Special Education Assistant at GLP Transit

Eugene, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

24.58

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Communication Skills, Record Maintenance, Data Entry, Instructional Support, Confidentiality, Time Management, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Organization, Compliance Knowledge, Classroom Management, Student Observation, Military Discipline, Supervision

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Company Description It is the mission of Willamette Leadership Academy to provide our cadets with the academic skills that will enable them to reach their personal career goals and provide them with the leadership skills and positive character traits that will enable them to be responsible citizens of their community. The leadership skills learned will allow the cadets to become more successful in school and improve their relationships with family, friends, and authority figures. Job Description Job Summary / Overview: This position performs a broad range of complex clerical and administrative tasks requiring independent judgment and a thorough understanding of the student information system (Synergy), IDEA procedures, and school district operations. Responsibilities include preparing and managing detailed documentation and reports, maintaining accurate and organized records, coordinating special education meetings, and ensuring compliance with all related processes. Additionally, the role involves providing instructional support in Resource and general education classrooms, teaching support classes and electives, and covering classes as needed during IEP meetings. This position is full time. Duties and Responsibilities: ● Perform all case manager assistant duties related to IEP processes, including transferring incoming IEP documents into Synergy, scheduling meetings, conducting student observations, and finalizing IEP paperwork. ● Compose memos and correspondence; distribute as necessary to peers, teachers, students, and parents. ● Provide instructional support to students in the Resource Room and general education classrooms, teach support classes or electives, substitute for absent teachers, and cover classrooms during IEP meetings as needed. ● Stay informed about federal, state, and district laws and policies related to IDEA. ● Attend and participate in district CMA meetings. ● Maintain various confidential records and files. ● Assist with cafeteria duties and supervision. ● Perform additional duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: ● Learn and apply detailed knowledge of the procedures involved in the administration of special education procedures and records maintenance. ● Demonstrate strong attention to detail by accurately completing tasks, maintaining precise records, following complex procedures, and reviewing work for errors. ● Ensure all documentation, data entry, and communications are highly organized, thorough, error-free, and aligned with program guidelines and compliance requirements. ● Navigate a variety of computer systems, enter data, and maintain the accuracy of the information being entered. ● Demonstrate highly developed written and verbal communication skills. ● Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, and parents. ● Work independently and ensure confidentiality. ● Work under the pressure of deadlines. ● Work with frequent interruptions and preserve an order status of tasks during times of unusually high workload. ● Maintain regular and prompt attendance. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements ● Work is performed indoors and outdoors in a school environment with extensive student, parent and staff contact and frequent interruptions. ● Primary functions require dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time; kneeling, bending at the waist; lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying school equipment, supplies and materials weighing up to 25 pounds; emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone; and seeing to read, prepare and assure the accuracy of documents. ● Must be able and willing to work in a structured, disciplined, and high-accountability environment that follows a military-style model and program guidelines. ● Required to model and enforce program expectations, including adherence to dress codes, schedules, behavioral standards, and chain of command procedures. Salary: $18.56-24.58 DOE Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or higher preferred. Experience in office settings with a focus on managing paperwork, meeting deadlines, and using data entry systems is strongly preferred. Experience working with students in an educational setting is preferred. Additional Information Start Date: Immediately Evergreen abides by the requirements of federal laws which prohibit discrimination of individuals with the following legally protected status: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veterans.

Responsibilities

The Special Education Assistant performs clerical and administrative tasks related to IEP processes, including managing documentation and coordinating meetings. Additionally, they provide instructional support in classrooms and assist with various duties as needed.