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The Katherine Thomas High School program has an opening for the 2025/2026 school year for a Transition Support Teacher (TST). The Katherine Thomas High School Program in Rockville, MD, services students with language and learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and sensory motor disabilities, moderate to high functioning autism, and/or other health impairments. Working Hours: 7:30-3:15. EOE

Join a great team of professionals in a supportive work environment!

Annual salary range of $56,000 to $85,000, depending on experience and level of education.

Responsibilities of the Teacher:

+ Participates in assessment, instruction, and consultation related to developing and coordinating transition activities for students who receive special education services.

+ Ensures a successful transition of students from school to adult living, the TST collaborates with others to develop and implement an effective instructional program, strengthen productive partnerships, and make connections in the community.

Requirements of the Transition Support Teacher:

+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with an emphasis in Transition or related area

+ Must have or willing to be eligible for MD State Department of Education certification in Special Education at time of appointment

+ Three years teaching experience or experience in employment and transition

+ Maryland class D driver’s license or equivalent

+ Background in assessment, instruction, IEP development, job development, job coaching and travel training

+ A combination of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the ability to perform effectively in the position, will be considered

+ Must have the ability to effectively gather, analyze, and utilize pertinent information regarding individual students to adequately develop, implement, and monitor transition plans to ensure their success