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Pre-ETS Specialist (Central Region) remote w/extensive travel

University of Missouri-Columbia

parental leave, paid time off

United States, Missouri, Columbia

801 Conley Avenue (Show on map)

May 19, 2026

Hiring Department

Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) Program

College of Education & Human Development

University of Missouri-Columbia

Job Description

This position supports the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requirement for Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) to collaborate with Local Educational Agencies (LEA) to deliver Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to eligible students with disabilities in Missouri secondary schools. This role involves working closely with LEAs, VR, and community partners to prepare students for employment, post-secondary education, and independent living.

This position's assigned schools will be in the Central Region, and others will be assigned by the Director of the Pre-ETS Program. The individual selected for this position must live and work in the assigned area. This position will serve schools in Jefferson City, state schools in the Central Region, Rolla, as well as students in life skills classrooms in Rolla and Camdenton.

Key Responsibilities:

Job Exploration Counseling
Postsecondary Education Counseling
Workplace Readiness Training
Work-Based Learning Experiences
Self-Advocacy & Peer Mentoring

Additional Information:

Requires home-office setup and up to 100% travel to assigned school districts.
This position is not located in Columbia, MO; applicants must reside in the designated service area.

Position Requirements:

Applicants must live and serve in the assigned Central Region Pre-Employment Transition Services area and be willing to work from a home office. This position requires up to 100% travel to designated school districts assigned and is not based in Columbia, MO.

Shift

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position.

40 hours per week, 12 months per year

Monday - Friday

Remote position with substantial travel.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in early childhood education, child development or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Pre-ETS Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 3-4 years, including at least two years in teaching or counseling, with frequent interaction with state agencies, school staff, and students in Missouri secondary schools.
Education: Bachelor's degree required; master's degree in education or related field preferred. A current MO teaching certificate or substitute teacher certification is required, with preference for Special Education certification.
Preferred Skills: Experience with transition-age youth, familiarity with disability programs (vocational rehabilitation, special education), career pathways, and strong skills in communication, organization, relationship-building, and leadership.
Additional: Valid MO driver's license, flexible hours, and extensive travel required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $55,000 to $56,000 yearly, grant funded

Grade: GGS-008

University Title: Child Development Teacher

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to the full University application, all applicants must submit the following application materials as an attachment:

Cover letter specific to this position.
Current resume.
List of references, which must include at least two previous supervisors. These references will not be contacted until after an interview with the candidate has been conducted

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.