Information for Educators
Many educators are familiar with Vocational Rehabilitation (Voc Rehab) and the services available for adults with disabilities. However, Voc Rehab also has a role to play in the provision of transition services for students with disabilities. It is our hope that Voc Rehab and schools can work together to develop a comprehensive transition planning process that will help students move from school to work and adult living. This planning process will help:
- Promote a coordinated effort between the school district, ESU, local Voc Rehab Office, community agencies, students & parents.
- Implement strategies that will facilitate effective transition services and eliminate duplication of services.
- Ensure the development of an effective partnership on behalf of students with disabilities.
Vocational Rehabilitation's Transition Program
The role of Vocational Rehabilitation in the Transition Program is primarily one of planning and helping to identify appropriate post-school goals and needed supports. Our participation begins as early as age 14. Although Voc Rehab cannot spend funds for individual students through this program, Voc Rehab will:
- Provide outreach and transition information to students and parents
- Collaborate with schools to provide opportunities for students to learn from employers
- Help guide students toward appropriate employment goals
- Consult with educators on individual students and
- Develop plans for students in need of post-school services to become employed.
It is critical that Voc Rehab bring to this process our area of strength - those activities referred to as "extended learning" or community-based activities. We bring to the planning process our connection to the community and, most importantly, connections to the employment community.
Transition opportunities for students and schools:
- Orientation for students
- Orientation for educators
- Coordinated transition planning with local schools
- Opportunities to learn from employers
- Opportunities to learn about transition resources
- Coordination with students and parents
- Schedule of events and contacts
- Coordinated career development
- Interaction with students
More information
Can be found in our Transition Services Planners and our Transition Partnership Planning Form.
Quality Employment Solutions®
Department of Education
State of Nebraska
P.O. Box 94987
Lincoln, NE 68509