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29 Acres Inc

Transition Academy Teacher

Little Elm, TX · On-site

$63K/yr

Title: Transition Academy Special Education Teacher Classification: Full Time Reports to: Director of Transition Academy FLSA Status: Exempt Salary: Starting at $63,500 per year Location: Main ...

29 Acres Inc

Transition Academy Teacher

Denton, TX · On-site

$63K/yr

Title: Transition Academy Special Education Teacher Classification: Full Time Reports to: Director of Transition Academy FLSA Status: Exempt Salary: Starting at $63,500 per year Location: Main ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for transition teacher in the United States is $22.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a transition teacher?

A transition teacher assists students with disabilities transition from one stage in life to the next, often out of high school and into the workforce. As a transition teacher, you may work with individuals or coordinate a larger transition program for students. While your job is to teach students, you also perform other duties like linking students to helpful resources and reporting on student progress. Qualifications for this career include a bachelor’s degree in special education and experience working with special needs children. You must have knowledge of local programs and resources that can help your students. As a transition teacher, you need excellent classroom skills and patience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transition teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Transition Teacher, you generally need a background in special education or related fields, with a bachelor's or master's degree and appropriate teaching certification. Familiarity with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), vocational assessment tools, and career planning software is common in this role. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, and community partners set outstanding Transition Teachers apart. These skills are vital to support students with disabilities in successfully moving from school to post-school environments, ensuring their independence and long-term success.

What are some common challenges transition teachers face when supporting students with disabilities moving from school to post-school environments?

Transition Teachers often navigate challenges such as coordinating with multiple stakeholders—including students, families, vocational agencies, and community organizations—to ensure smooth transitions. They must tailor individualized transition plans, which can be complex due to varying student needs and available community resources. Additionally, managing documentation and compliance with legal requirements (like IEPs) and fostering student self-advocacy skills are ongoing responsibilities. Building strong relationships and maintaining clear communication are key to overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Transition Teacher vs Special Education Teacher?

AspectTransition TeacherSpecial Education Teacher
Required CredentialsState certification in education, often with a focus on transition or related areasState certification in special education, often with a specific endorsement
Work EnvironmentMiddle/high schools, community programs, post-secondary settingsElementary, middle, or high schools, special education classrooms
Employer & Industry UsageSchool districts, vocational programs, community agenciesSchool districts, public and private schools
Common Search & ComparisonTransition TeacherSpecial Education Teacher

While both roles serve students with special needs, a Transition Teacher focuses on preparing students for post-secondary life, including employment and independent living skills. A Special Education Teacher provides direct instruction and support within the classroom for students with disabilities. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or educational focus.

What are good careers for teachers to transition to?

Transition teachers often move into careers such as corporate training, educational consulting, curriculum development, or administrative roles, leveraging their skills in communication, organization, and instruction. They may also pursue roles in counseling, instructional design, or work with educational technology, often requiring additional certifications or training. These careers benefit from their experience in classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement.
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Infographic showing various Transition Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,614 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Transition Teacher 26-27 SY

East St Louis School District 189

East Saint Louis, IL • On-site

$48K - $113K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
District and School Support - Certified/Transition Teacher
Date Posted:
8/3/2026
Location:
Gordon Bush Alternative Center
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
08/03/2026
TITLE: Transition Teacher CLASSIFICATION: Certified:
FLSA: Exempt (Executive) DEPARTMENT: Curriculum
SALARY: $48,000-$113,997 WORK YEAR: 180 days
Benefits:100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical, vision, and dental insurance, IMRF/TRS retirement, $ 50,000 life insurance policy, and family, spouse, and dependent coverage options.
REPORTS TO: Principal
DESCRIPTION:
Under the general direction of the Principal or Designee, the Transition Teacher monitors and supports the academic readiness of students, assists students who are struggling behaviorally, academically or perform poorly on standardized assessments. The Transition Teacher will provide "real time" pull-out research-based interventions in the core curricular and behavioral areas to students that are currently below grade level based on analysis of NWEA, and other assessment data. In addition, the Transition Teacher will collaborate with administrators, teachers, parents, social workers, and others who support students in order to attend to the social, personal and academic needs of the students.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's or Master's degree
Illinois Professional Educator License with Secondary and/or High School Math, Science, English Language Arts or Social Science endorsements
Prior experience working with secondary at-risk students
Demonstrated effectiveness with integrating Technology Skills to deliver instruction to improve academic success
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
1. Illinois Common Core Learning Standards
2. Academic evaluation and data collection methods
3. Educational programs, curriculum, and instructional practices that support student learning
4. Best Practices in the delivery of curriculum and instruction
5. Behavior Intervention Methods
6. Effective Classroom Management
7. Federal and State laws regarding special education
Ability to:
1. Deliver instruction in a manner that improves student achievement
2. Implement intense student support
3. Collect and manage data related to student progress
4. Monitor and support student safety
5. Communicate effectively orally and in writing
6. Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
7. Work collaboratively in a team environment with teachers and other stakeholders
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: (May not include all duties performed)
  1. Provide written lesson plan in accordance with the objectives of the instructional program
  2. Establish high expectations for learning for all students and make sure students are aware of expectations
  3. Gather, organize, and interpret assessment data on students
  4. Utilize best instructional practice strategies and research based-intervention curriculum materials to meet the learning needs of the students
  5. Analyze existing student achievement data and administer student assessment and progress monitoring instruments as needed to aid in progress monitoring of students
  6. Serve on the building level MTSS team and participate in data analysis meetings. Provide leadership for these meetings in collaboration with the building administrator
  7. Collaborate with classroom teachers, building administrators, and parents when designing the MTSS interventions
  8. Maintain accurate student records, parent communications records and student progress data reports as required by school and district policy
  9. Attend professional development opportunities that promote improved instructional strategies and support researched-based resource material needed to implement the intervention program successfully and support/maintain professional growth.
  10. Follow district guidelines and policies
  11. Maintain proper professional conduct as defined in the Employee Handbook
  12. If necessary will make appropriate referrals for crisis intervention, IEP teams, guidance consultation, and/or psychological testing
  13. Collaborate with classroom teachers, principals, and other specialist to discuss student instructional needs and report deficiencies
  14. Serves as a resource in identifying appropriate instructional strategies and interventions to improve student achievement and identify potential obstacles
  15. Serves as a school resource specialist to provide academic and behavior support
  16. Work with continuous caseload of students per day and tutor in Math and ELA, Social-emotional and other areas as needed
  17. Use available technology to enhance instruction and achievement
  18. Demonstrate competency in all subject areas taught
  19. Provide evidence of student performance and progress
  20. Establish and maintain rules and conduct and discipline that are consistent with District Policy and Procedures and that result in an environment conducive to learning
  21. Adhere to policies and procedures regarding Special Education referrals, staffing, and conferences
  22. Practice fairness in teacher-pupil relationships and exhibit an understanding and respect for students as individuals
  23. Be punctual and regular in attendance to school and duty assignments
  24. Exhibit a cooperative attitude and professionalism toward students, parents, community, and school personnel
  25. Make appropriate use of professional preparation periods
  26. Present an appearance that does not adversely affect the student's ability to learn
  27. Communicate the academic progress, attendance, and conduct of students to their parents/guardians
  28. Other duties as necessary to the position

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Maintain effective critical thinking skills needed for making observations, reading and writing, communicating with others. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, occasionally required to lift up to 24 lbs.
HAZARDS/UNUSUAL DEMANDS:
Frequent standing, sitting, walking, and lifting up to approximately 24 pounds

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