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How to hire a transition teacher

Transition teacher hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring transition teachers in the United States:

  • In the United States, the median cost per hire a transition teacher is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new transition teacher to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a transition teacher, step by step

To hire a transition teacher, consider the skills and experience you are looking for in a candidate, allocate a budget for the position, and post and promote the job opening to reach potential candidates. Follow these steps to hire a transition teacher:

Here's a step-by-step transition teacher hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a transition teacher job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new transition teacher
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist
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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you post your transition teacher job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a transition teacher for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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    A transition teacher's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, transition teachers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

    The following list breaks down different types of transition teachers and their corresponding salaries.

    Type of Transition TeacherDescriptionHourly rate
    Transition TeacherKindergarten and elementary school teachers prepare younger students for future schooling by teaching them basic subjects such as math and reading.$19-29
    Teacher-In-TrainingA teacher-in-training is a teaching professional who offers technical teaching assistance to teachers in developing effective behavior management and instructional strategies to support student learning. The teacher must collaborate with principals while employing diverse techniques to increase the effectiveness of student learning... Show more$11-26
    Teacher InternshipTeaching interns are individuals who assist teachers and educators in the classroom. The interns are instructed to fulfill the tasks set out and provided by the supervisors for them... Show more$16-32
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Classroom Environment
    • Behavioral Issues
    • Transition Program
    • Progress Monitoring
    • Social Studies
    • Mathematics
    • Public Schools
    • Child Care
    • Student Performance
    • Learning Environment
    • Independent Living
    • RTI
    Responsibilities:
    • Lead debates with advance students on topics including globalization, economics, and political history.
    • Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum for toddler program, ensuring that appropriate opportunities are provided in order to maximize learning potential.
    • Implement various aspects of TEACCH to ensure student success.
    • Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your transition teacher job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A transition teacher salary can vary based on several factors:
    • Location. For example, transition teachers' average salary in idaho is 46% less than in massachusetts.
    • Seniority. Entry-level transition teachers earn 34% less than senior-level transition teachers.
    • Certifications. A transition teacher with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
    • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a transition teacher's salary.

    Average transition teacher salary

    $49,766yearly

    $23.93 hourly rate

    Entry-level transition teacher salary
    $40,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 18, 2025
  4. Writing a transition teacher job description

    A transition teacher job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a transition teacher job description:

    Transition teacher job description example

    The Goddard School is a premier preschool for children from six weeks to six years are encouraged to develop at their own pace in a nurturing environment, lovingly guided by our highly skilled, professional teachers. By using the most current and academically endorsed methods, the F.L.EX.SM Learning Program focuses on developing seven Learning Domains: personal and social development, language and literacy, mathematical thinking, scientific thinking, social studies, creative expression and physical development. Our program for exceptional early childhood education, ensures children have fun while learning and is aimed at preparing them with skills and aptitudes needed for success in the 21st century.

    Job Description

    The Goddard School®, an early childhood education center, is currently seeking qualified Kindergarten Transition Teachers (Please note that this is not a Kindergarten position, but a class for the children who miss the Kindergarten cut-off) You do not need a teaching certificate, but you will need to have at least your 90 hours OR CDA.

    We are looking for fun and energetic Teachers for our school.

    Daily Responsibilities

    Our Teachers work together to:

    • Developing lesson plans.
    • Meeting the individual's needs of the children
    • Parent communication.
    • Participation in staff and training meetings.
    • Designing an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.
    • Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.
    • Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child’s age and developmental level.
    • Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
    • Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff.
    • Building teamwork.
    • Using assessment tools.
    • Committing to continuing education.

    Teachers are responsible for ensuring compliance with Goddard's industry-leading Quality Assurance standards. Lead Teachers write and implement their own lesson plans based on Goddard Developmental Guidelines and monthly school themes. Most importantly, they create a positive learning environment in their classroom where children develop a lifelong love of learning!

    For immediate consideration please apply now!

    Job Requirements

    Teacher Qualifications:

    • B.A. Degree in Education
    • Prior classroom experience
    • Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
    • Strong written and communication skills

    The Goddard School offers competitive compensation and benefits based on experience, education and certifications and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    We provide outstanding opportunities including:

    • Competitive salary
    • Paid vacation
    • Sick days
    • Holidays
    • Medical Insurance

    Required experience:

    • Child Care Experience preferred: 1 year

    Required education:

    • B.A. Degree and 90 Hour Certification
  5. Post your job

    To find transition teachers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

    • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
    • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any transition teachers they would recommend.
    • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level transition teachers with the right educational background.
    • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your transition teacher job on Zippia to find and recruit transition teacher candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites such as k12jobspot, learn4good, serious teachers, teachingjobs.com.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    To successfully recruit transition teachers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

    You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new transition teacher

    Once you've found the transition teacher candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

    It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

    After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new transition teacher. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a transition teacher?

Recruiting transition teachers involves both the one-time costs of hiring and the ongoing costs of adding a new employee to your team. Your spending during the hiring process will mostly be on things like promoting the job on job boards, reviewing and interviewing candidates, and onboarding the new hire. Ongoing costs will obviously involve the employee's salary, but also may include things like benefits.

The median annual salary for transition teachers is $49,766 in the US. However, the cost of transition teacher hiring can vary a lot depending on location. Additionally, hiring a transition teacher for contract work or on a per-project basis typically costs between $19 and $29 an hour.

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