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TITLE: K-1 Transition Facilitator

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in school counseling, social work, child

development, psychology or a professional educator license with endorsement

in LBS1.

2. A minimum of two years working with early childhood populations (ages 4-7

(in an education or clinical setting.

3. In-depth knowledge of early childhood development, play-based therapy

techniques, self -regulation frameworks (e.g., Zones of Regulation), and

trauma informed care.

4. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build immediate trust with

young children maintain professional partnerships with staff and communicate

empathetically with parents.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent for Early Childhood and Elementary Education

Building Principal

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Student Support & Counseling

1. Early Adjustment Counseling: Provide short-term individual and small-group counseling focused on

separation anxiety, self-regulation, frustration tolerance, and social skill building.

2. Classroom Guidance Lessons: Deliver developmentally appropriate SEL lessons in Kindergarten and

1st-grade classrooms, small groups, or one on one using evidence-based curricula (e.g., Second Step)

focused on classroom behavior, listening skills, and coping strategies.

3. Crisis Intervention: Respond to emotional distress, behavioral dysregulation, or classroom

disruptions common during major developmental transitions.

Transition Program Management

4. Design and execute a comprehensive "Bridge to 1st Grade" transition plan starting in the spring of

Kindergarten and extending through the first semester of 1st grade.

5. Collaborate with Kindergarten teachers to identify students exhibiting behavioral,

emotional, or developmental risks that may impact their success in 1st grade.

6. Coordinate student visits to 1st-grade classrooms, shadow days, and orientation workshops

to familiarize children with new expectations and routines.

7. Plan summer transition programming and/or family activity nights to ease first-day anxiety

and build school familiarity.

Staff Collaboration & Data Management

8. Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers.

9. Providing staff with essential information to better understand factors affecting a student's

performance and behavior.

10. Partner with K and 1st-grade teachers to implement trauma-informed practices, positive

behavior support plans, and classroom accommodation strategies.

11. Develop or assist in the development of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA's) and

Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP's) for identified special education students.

12. Work alongside school administration to assist in balanced classroom placement for 1st grade

based on academic, behavioral, and emotional profiles.

13. Monitor behavioral referrals, attendance records, and SEL screeners to evaluate the

effectiveness of transition supports and adjust interventions accordingly.

14. Meets regularly with the Assistant Superintendent for Early Childhood and Elementary Education to

discuss and recommend ways for improving the District 200 elementary math program.

15. Protects and safeguards confidentiality of student records and student communications.

16. Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Early Childhood and Elementary

Education

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Employed for the regular teacher work year - 180 days. In addition, work during the 1st grade Gear Up

program (up to 9 days before the school year starts for additional summer school pay.)

2. The position will support multiple elementary buildings.

3. Employed as per conditions established by the Board of Education.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated by the Assistant Superintendent for Early Childhood and Elementary

Education in consultation with the principals.

Additional Notes

This is a full-time position for the 2026-2027 school year with salary placement on the attached salary schedule. Salary placement will be based on education and experience that requires an Illinois teaching license, or education and professional experience. Benefits for this position include health, dental, vision, and term life insurance.

K-1 Transition Facilitator Job Description

26 27 WCT Salary Schedule

District 200 is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply

Apply online at: https://woodstockschools.schoolspring.com/

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://woodstockschools.schoolspring.com/

School District

www.woodstockschools.org

Position Website

https://woodstockschools.schoolspring.com/

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

9/24/2026

Start Date

9/24/2026

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District Name Woodstock #200 Building Name Address 2990 Raffel Road

Woodstock, IL 60098 Phone (815) 337-5144 Fax (815)338-2005 IASA Region Kishwaukee County McHenry Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Early Childhood PK-Grade 3 Grade Level Early Childhood

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