Transition Coordinator

The School Transition Coordinator facilitates post-secondary planning, helping students navigate the transition from high school to their future endeavors beyond graduation. The School Transition Coordinator is responsible for planning, managing, and supporting the smooth transition of students between educational levels or programs. This role involves collaborating with teachers, administrators, families, and community partners to create a positive, structured, and supportive environment that helps students adjust to new academic and social settings.

Responsibilities:

• Transition Planning & Implementation:

• Assists graduating students in planning their transition from high school to post-secondary education and/or employment

• Establishes ACT 158 Pathway plan for each individual student and helps them navigate to meet School District of Philadelphia requirements

• Organize orientation sessions, campus tours, and informational meetings to familiarize students and families with new environments and expectations.

• Develop and implement comprehensive transition plans for students moving between schools or programs (e.g., elementary to middle school, middle to high school, or transitioning into special education programs).

• Collaboration & Communication:

• Plans outside agencies (entrepreneurs, colleges/trades schools as well as military) to speak with graduating seniors about opportunities after graduation

• Work closely with educators, counselors, and administrative staff to identify individual student needs and tailor transition support accordingly.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for families during transition periods, providing updates, resources, and support.

• Coordinate meetings and workshops with community partners and external agencies to enhance support services.

• Monitoring & Evaluation:

• Monitors completion of FAFSA and Xello requirements.

• Establish metrics to assess the effectiveness of transition programs and monitor student progress.

• Collect and analyze feedback from students, parents, and staff to refine processes and improve future transitions.

• Prepare regular reports for school leadership outlining outcomes, challenges, and recommendations.

• Professional Development:

• Provide training and guidance for staff to ensure best practices in managing student transitions.

• Stay current on educational trends, policies, and research related to student transitions and integrate findings into program improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• Demonstrated experience in educational administration, counseling, or student support services.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including students, families, and school personnel.

• Familiarity with student support services, special education practices, or related areas is an asset.