Evaluation Clerk, Special Education

Special Education Office Assistant

Primary Purpose: Support the diagnostician, PEIMS secretary, special education supervisor, and the department in a variety of ways. Provide assistance with legal forms and documentation to ensure efficiency and organization of the diagnostician and Special Education offices in a consistent manner. Assist in completing needed tasks including, but not limited to copying, filing, updating records, distributing necessary paperwork and notices to parents and school personnel.

Qualifications: Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to assist in organizing and maintaining multiple offices Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Computer skills Ability to lift 40 pounds Ability to transport self, files, and supplies among multiple campuses and administrative offices Ability to multi-task Ability to be flexible and handle interruptions while maintaining attention to detail Ability to deal with a variety of personalities and maintain a professional demeanor Ability to conduct instruction and/or attend meetings and professional development, and make and receive phone calls in a virtual or remote workplace environment Experience: Previous clerical experience in an office setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Maintain confidentiality at all times. Maintain professional relationships with diagnosticians and other staff members. Communicate effectively with parents, related service personnel, and all levels of campus personnel. Maintain appropriate business hours, professional dress, language, behavior and work space. Follow appropriate policies and procedures. Maintain Special Education eligibility folders with accuracy and consistency. Use computer and other technology appropriately and effectively. Develop and maintain the ARD schedule collaboratively with the diagnostician/LSSP/campus administrator. Send ARD notice to parents so it will reach them before the 5-day time line and notify all applicable ARD attendees. Call parents to remind them of the meeting on or about the day before the meeting and confirm that they plan to attend. Maintain a log of calls and document parents' statements about attending. Prepare ARD paperwork as needed by the diagnostician/LSSP. Conduct weekly IEP compliance checks Input PEIMS data into the district Information Management System Schedule Child Find Committee presentations. Performs any and all duties as assigned. Successfully advances district initiatives. Salary: Minimum $25,326 annually - 197 days Salary determination will be based on verified relevant work experience.