Responsibilities

1. Administrative & Clerical Support

• Provide direct administrative and secretarial support to the Director of Special Education and department staff


• Prepare correspondence, reports, agendas, and official documentation


• Manage calendars, appointments, and daily office operations


• Record and maintain minutes for department meetings

1. Student Records Management & File Creation

• Create and maintain special education student records in compliance with district, state, and federal regulations


• Organize and file documentation including IEPs, evaluation reports, ARD paperwork, and eligibility records


• Ensure strict confidentiality and secure handling of all student information

1. Records Requests & Transfers

• Request student records from previous schools or districts upon enrollment 


• Process and transmit records to receiving schools, districts, or authorized agencies


• Maintain logs of all incoming and outgoing records


• Ensure compliance with FERPA and Texas records management procedures

1. Data Entry & Reporting

• Enter and maintain accurate student data in district systems (e.g., PEIMS and special education software)


• Generate reports for administrative use and state reporting requirements


• Review data for accuracy and completeness

1. Communication & Customer Service

• Serve as a primary point of contact for parents, staff, and external agencies


• Answer and route phone calls; respond to inquiries in a timely and professional manner


• Greet and assist visitors while maintaining a professional office environment

 

     6. SHARS Medicaid Billing Support

• Assist with SHARS (School Health and Related Services) Medicaid billing processes


• Collect, review, and organize required documentation for reimbursement


• Verify service logs and provider documentation for accuracy


• Support timely submission of billing data


• Maintain compliance with state and federal Medicaid guidelines


• Assist with audits and documentation requests

     7. Office Management & Organization

• Maintain organized electronic and paper filing systems


• Sort and distribute incoming mail and documentation


• Monitor and order office supplies as needed

     8. Budget & Financial Support

• Assist with purchase orders and budget tracking


• Maintain financial records and monitor expenditures

 

     9. Collaboration & Staff Support

• Support teachers, diagnosticians, and special education staff with documentation and processes

 

   10. Other Duties

• Perform additional duties as assigned


• Effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

 

Why Join Our District?
• 4-Day School Week
• Small School Atmosphere
• Strong Community Support
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
• Retention Stipends