HS TAP Coordinator

Job Responsibilities

• Work with local employers to develop, coordinate, and maintain work opportunities for students such as: internships, summer employment, paid/unpaid work experiences.
• Maintain a positive relationship with administrators, education staff, students, parents, and community members/groups.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized employment plans that align with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), transition goals, and vocational objectives.
• Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with employers, business partners, IVRS counselors, educators, administrators, parents/guardians, community agencies, and other stakeholders to support successful student employment outcomes.
• Transport students to and from job shadows, community service activities, work sites, and other transition-related experiences, providing on-site job training, coaching, and support as needed.
• Provide individualized employment support through workplace interventions, positive reinforcement, natural support development, resume writing, mock interviews, work readiness instruction, job coaching, and employment retention strategies.
• Aid students in developing self-advocacy, interpersonal, communication, self-esteem, self-discipline, problem-solving, and independent living skills necessary for successful employment.
• Engage in ongoing professional development activities that promote role and/or district goals to support continuous improvement.
• Follow district guidelines for safety.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze student performance data using proficiency scales, observational assessments, employer feedback, case notes, and required documentation within the IVRS IRSS system to monitor progress and support decision-making.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete records, including quarterly reports, Local School Plan contributions, monthly TAP newsletters, student documentation, and all required program records.
• Collaborate with the TAP Job Coach, IVRS staff, and special education teachers to ensure coordinated services and successful student participation in community employment opportunities.
• Promote positive relationships and advocate for the inclusion and successful employment of individuals with disabilities within the workplace and community.
• Ensure program implementation complies with TAP contract requirements, district policies, Board procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations while maintaining confidentiality of student information.
• Demonstrate professionalism, fiscal responsibility, accountability for equipment and materials, and effective communication in all interactions.
• Work independently with strong organizational, time management, flexibility, and problem-solving skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and respond to changing program needs.
• Maintain regular attendance and be available to work evenings, weekends, summer hours, and other flexible schedules as required.

Preparation, Experience, Skills

• 2 year degree preferred, preferably in Human Services, Social Work or Education.
• Valid Iowa Driver's License.
• Driving record satisfactory to the District and the District's insurance carrier.
• Experience working with youth ages 14-25.
• Enjoy working with students with disabilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with school and business staff.
• Willingness to assume responsibility and take initiative both at businesses and within the schools.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Capable of effectively training and supervising students/adults ranging in age from 14-25 in off-campus job sites.
• Experience with basic technology.

Classification

• Non-Administrative
• Meet and Confer
• Full-time; Eight (8) hours per day
• 206-day contract - Summer work is anticipated to be up to 20-30 hours per week on average.