2026-27 YTP Specialist at Scio High School for Scio School District 95C
7 hrs per day
180 day Calendar
Min - Max hourly rate - $18.84 - $23.64 based on experience
Scio pay PERS
POSITION TITLE:
Educational Assistant – Youth Transition Program (YTP) Specialist
REPORTS TO:
Special Education Director
POSITION SUMMARY
Provides transition services to identified Youth Transition Program (YTP) students to support successful movement from school to post-secondary education, training, and employment. Works with minimal supervision to coordinate services, develop work-based learning opportunities, and support student success.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Identify and refer eligible students to Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Services (OVRS).
- Collect and coordinate required documentation to support student eligibility for OVRS services.
- Provide Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS), including career exploration, job shadows, work experiences, and job coaching.
- Develop and support individualized work-based learning and employment opportunities.
- Advocate for students to ensure access to district programs, services, and resources.
- Coordinate and provide access to activities such as job clubs, community-based work experiences, and post-secondary planning.
- Assist students in developing employment skills, independence, and community mobility.
- Lead and monitor implementation of Pre-ETS activities for assigned students.
- Collect, track, and report student progress data in accordance with YTP requirements.
- Maintain positive relationships with community partners and local businesses to support student placement and success.
- Participate in team meetings with staff and support personnel; collaborate using effective communication and problem-solving strategies.
- Attend required trainings and meetings provided by YTP and partner agencies.
- Maintain a safe and supportive environment for students at all times.
- Serve as a mandated reporter and comply with all state laws and district policies regarding the reporting of suspected child abuse, neglect, or unsafe conditions.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with students, staff, parents, and community members.
- Maintain required certifications and comply with all district, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Attend work regularly and maintain punctuality.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
• Meet current state and federal requirements for educational assistants.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students with disabilities and diverse populations.
• Ability to pass required background and fingerprint checks.
Preferred:
• Associate’s degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Experience working with students with disabilities or in transition services.
• Experience collaborating with community agencies or workforce programs.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license or ability to obtain.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work performed in school, community, and job site environments.
• Frequent walking, standing, and interaction with students in a variety of settings.
• Occasional lifting, bending, and physical support of students as needed.
• Exposure to varying environments including classrooms, community sites, and outdoor conditions.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Work year, wages, hours, and benefits are governed by the applicable classified collective bargaining agreement.
• Continued employment is contingent upon successful background and fingerprint clearance and maintenance of required certifications.