Western Buckeye Educational Service Center
835 N. Williams Street
Paulding, OH 45879

Transition Coordinator

Summary

The Western Buckeye Educational Service Center is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Transition Coordinator to work with students across Paulding and Van Wert school districts.

The Transition Coordinator provides Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students with disabilities by delivering instruction in career exploration, workplace readiness, postsecondary planning, self-advocacy, and coordinating work-based learning experiences. The role collaborates with school districts, families, community partners, and employers to support student transition planning and expand programming aligned to workforce needs.

Responsibilities include coordinating partnerships, organizing career experiences, maintaining required documentation and reporting, and tracking student progress toward employment goals.

Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills, with experience working with students with disabilities and the ability to manage programs across multiple districts independently.

If you are a Van Wert County native and move back to Van Wert County, you may be eligible for the Learn & Return student loan payment program.

Experience

Qualifications include:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Career Technical Education, or a Related Human Services Field.
  • Valid Ohio licensure or ability to obtain appropriate certification.
  • Experience working with students with disabilities.
  • Knowledge of transition planning, workforce readiness, career exploration, and multiagency collaboration.
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