Administrative Assistant to Director of Special Education Services

Administrative Assistant to the Director of Special Education Services

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Job : 5913868

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Overview:

The role of Administrative Assistant to the Director of Special Education Services at The Met involves various administrative, clerical, and computer-based information management tasks. This part-time role is designed to ensure compliance with all federal, state and district regulations and guidelines.

• Data entry for the RIDE Census (IEP services/evaluations) and maintaining accurate records in a timely manner, requires a knowledge of federal and state timelines.
• Data entry and oversight of medicaid activity, requires a knowledge of Medicaid activities related to case management, reporting, and reimbursements.
• Process submitted IEPs and related paperwork, reviewing for accuracy and compliance.
• Track, organize, and maintain confidential files on all special education students and students on 504 plans. Monitor the gathering and disbursement of various student documents.
• Attend RIDE training meetings as required
• Respond to and request records from sending districts and outside professionals via email, mail, and/or fax for incoming students
• Provide administrative support to the Director of Special Education Services by maintaining current and accurate student files, assist with data collection for audits, keep inventory of office supplies and equipment, special education testing materials, and place orders utilizing the purchasing system.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• Associates Degree or working toward Associates degree
• Familiarity with State and Federal regulations related to the special education process
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google products
• Experience in an administrative/clerical office setting
• Knowledge of 504 and IEP records (preferred)

• Friendly and approachable
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Ability to work with people from a variety of disciplines
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Ability to function under pressure, handle multiple assignments, and follow through on deadlines
• Honor rules of confidentiality

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $25 to $28 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Support Staff >
  Administrative Assistant

The MET is a network of six small, public high schools located in Providence and Newport, Rhode Island. With high standards and strong family engagement, the MET’s individualized learning approach has proven successful in unlocking students’ passion for learning. The MET empowers its students to take charge of their learning, to become responsible citizens and life-long learners. The hallmarks of a MET education include internships, individual learning plans, advisory, and a breakthrough college transition program.

The MET is the model for 80 schools across the country. It is the leader in school reform and is consistently identified by a sweeping range of education leaders as one of the most effective models in the country.

The MET is a state funded public school district and our educators are certified teachers committed to doing what’s best for kids.

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Careers at the Met
• 325 Public Street
• Providence, Rhode Island 02905
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