Position Title: Special Education ClerkPosition Summary
The Special Education Clerk provides leadership, organization, and coordination support within the special education program. This role helps support continuity, communication, problem-solving, and daily operations across paraprofessional and student support systems.
The Special Education Clerk works collaboratively with special education teachers and the special education coordinator to help ensure systems run smoothly and that responsibilities related to para support, communication, and coordination are shared rather than managed by one person alone.
Education and Licensure
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and support to paraprofessional staff.
- Work collaboratively with special education teachers and the special education coordinator to support student and program needs.
- Assist with communication and coordination between paraprofessionals and special education staff.
- Help problem-solve day-to-day student support and scheduling concerns with special education teachers.
- Assist with onboarding/training support for new paraprofessionals and staff as needed.
- Help monitor and organize para coverage and support needs under supervision of the special education coordinator and/or special education teachers.
- Support continuity and consistency within the learning environment.
- Assist case managers and special education staff with organization and follow-through of support systems.
- Help troubleshoot student engagement and support concerns alongside the special education coordinator and/or special education teachers.
- Serve as an additional point of contact/support for paraprofessional questions and needs.
- Assist the special education coordinator in managing para support systems so responsibilities are not carried by one person alone.
- Help maintain communication and follow-through regarding student support needs and staffing concerns.
- Support organization of schedules, documentation, and daily operational needs within the program.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a virtual environment.
- Experience working with students receiving special education services.
- Knowledge of virtual learning systems and supports.
- Ability to problem-solve and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
- Positive, flexible, and team-oriented mindset.
Position Structure
- Hours: 25 hours/week
- Type: Salaried position
- Pay Range: $27,000 to $34,000
Benefits & Evaluation
BENEFITS: Benefits are outlined in the CCS Staff Handbook. Please review and/or contact the HR Specialist for additional information. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, and remote work.
EVALUATION: The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with federal and state law, board policy, and the preceding job description.
Reference: Iowa Association of School Boards
How to Apply
Email your resume, good contact information (email and phone), and the title of the job you are applying for to:
Abigail Andrews
[email protected]
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of Choice Charter School District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, sexual orientation, age (for employment), and actual or potential family, parental, marital status (for programs), or pregnancy or related conditions. Choice Charter School offers career and technical education programs in the following service areas: Business Education, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Industrial Education, and Health Occupations Education. If you have a question or complaint related to this policy, or for information about the districts grievance procedures, please contact the schools Civil Rights Coordinator at 515-850-2545 or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-358. If you are unsure how to proceed or would like assistance in discussing your options, you may also contact Dr. Cynthia Knight, [email protected], or 515-850-2545.
