Sola Academy by Fusion, an ISBE-approved therapeutic day school serving students with disabilities in grades 6-12, has an opening for a
Transition Coordinator.This position partners with students, families, and staff to support successful post-secondary outcomes, preparing students for college, careers, vocational training, and independent living through individualized transition planning, career exploration, community partnerships, and skill-building.
What You'll Do:- Develop and monitor transition goals within students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Ensure transition plans reflect each student's strengths, interests, preferences, and post-secondary goals.
- Engage students in meaningful career exploration, college planning, and independent living preparation.
- Support development of self-advocacy, executive functioning, decision-making, and workplace readiness skills.
- Coordinate work-based learning opportunities, internships, job shadowing, and career exploration experiences.
- Develop partnerships with employers, community organizations, vocational programs, colleges, and training providers.
- Guide students and families through college, vocational, and alternative post-secondary pathways.
- Assist students with college applications, scholarship opportunities, and admissions processes.
- Develop individualized testing plans and coordinate accommodation requests for SAT, ACT, and other assessments.
- Maintain familiarity with Common Application, Coalition Application, and state university admissions processes.
- Collect and maintain records related to student testing, post-secondary plans, and college acceptances.
- Attend IEP meetings and contribute to transition planning and goal development.
- Collaborate with families, teachers, service providers, and community agencies to support student outcomes.
- Maintain accurate documentation of transition activities and student progress.
- Other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For:- Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
- Experience in special education, school counseling, transition services, college counseling, vocational rehabilitation, or related field.
- Knowledge of post-secondary planning, career readiness, and transition requirements under special education law.
- Experience working with adolescents and young adults with disabilities.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Expertise in transition planning and post-secondary pathways.
- Ability to build partnerships with community organizations, colleges, and employers.
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
- Knowledge of college admissions, vocational programs, workforce development, and independent living resources.
- Ability to motivate and support students in goal development and self-advocacy.
- Excellent organization, documentation, and follow-through.
- Creative, flexible, and solutions-focused mindset.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Commitment to student dignity, belonging, and continuous improvement.
- Florida residents require level 2 background screening through https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.
Benefits: We offer a package for full-time employees which generally includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Vacation time (for certain positions) in accordance with company policy and state law
- Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability
In addition to the above items, full-time and part-time employees can generally participate in the following benefits:
- Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy
- 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility
- Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
- Employee assistance program
In addition to base salary, Fusion Heads of School are eligible for performance bonuses tied to KPI achievement.
Work Authorization: Employment is contingent upon authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Pay Range
USD $40.00 - USD $45.00 /Hr.
