Special Education Teaching Assistant - IEP Coordination

Special Education Teaching Assistant

This position provides critical administrative and organizational support to the special education department by coordinating and facilitating Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings. The teaching assistant serves as a liaison among special education teachers, related service providers, parents, and school administration, ensuring that all IEP meetings are well-organized, compliant, and focused on student success. This role is essential to maintaining effective communication and timely implementation of special education services.

Reports to Principal / Supervisor

Works under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher unless otherwise assigned by the appropriate supervisor

Schedule and coordinate IEP meetings with all stakeholders, including special education teachers, related service providers (speech, physical therapy, occupational therapy, behavior support specialists), parents/guardians, and school administration, ensuring accessibility and accommodations as needed

Maintain accurate and organized records of all IEP documents, meeting notes, progress monitoring data, and compliance documentation in compliance with FERPA regulations

Keeps school business, or student records confidential in or out of school or with peers in accordance with FERPA

Facilitate communication between the special education team and parents through phone calls, emails, and written correspondence to ensure clear understanding of scheduled IEP meetings

Support the special education team with general administrative tasks including filing, copying, scheduling, and maintaining special education program files and databases

Attend in-service and faculty meetings when directed to do so by the principal or supervisor

Establishes and maintains satisfactory, respectful working relationships within the school environment

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Obtained an associate's or higher degree; or

Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; or

Passes a test that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics.