Clerk: Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) - Ridgeway Elementary

Anne-Arundel-County-Public-Schools; Severn (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools is seeking a Clerk to provide clerical support for the IEP process at Ridgeway Elementary in Severn, MD. The role involves filing, mailing documents, tracking timelines, and using office machines to manage IEP paperwork.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience preferred, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide clerical support to teachers and administrators.
• Experience with maintaining files and scheduling timelines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support for IEP-related paperwork and meetings.
• Track timelines for referrals, evaluations and annual reviews.
• Prepare and file documents, mail materials, and manage records.
• Distribute IEP paperwork to teachers, parents and administrators.
• Maintain organized special education files and progress reports.

Skills

Office skills

Data entry

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Clerk: Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) - Ridgeway Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5903083

Application Deadline: Sep 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:0 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Provides clerical assistance to the administrative and teaching staff on matters related to special education. Work will include maintaining files, taking prior written notice, mailing documents, tracking timelines, and the use of office machines including a computer. Position serves as the collection and organization point, and disseminator of all paperwork related to the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists special education staff with IEP process documentation including parent notification and follow-up to meetings.
• Tracks timeline for referrals, evaluations, and annual reviews.
• Completes Medicaid billing forms and SSIS forms.
• Utilizes the special education software to prepare related documentation.
• Makes copies of IEP’s for review and use by special education, regular education teachers and parents.
• Maintains special education files and materials of instruction in an orderly manner.
• Maintains and organizes student progress reports, data sheets and/or other appropriate documentation of achievement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.

Experience

• One (1) year recent office, clerical, and/or administrative experience preferred;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Ability to exercise initiative and good judgement in the timely execution of delegated administrative responsibilities.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and planning skills.
• Excellent inter-personal and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and follow written instructions and specifications, communicate and work effectively and harmoniously with supervisors, administrators, and other employees.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred). For new permanent secretarial/clerical/technician hires, a minimum score on a preemployment assessment is required.

Licenses and Certifications

• N/A

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force

• None:

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 7/1/2024 Established Date: 9/1/2000 Title Code: D33220 Title: CLERK: INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATIONAL PLAN (IEP) Alternate Title: Clerk: Individualized Educational Plan Reports to Generic: Coordinator Reports to Specific: COORDINATOR: BIRTH TO FIVE

ORGANIZATION

Division: Academics Business Unit: Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Department: Birth to Five Programming & Services Accountability Negotiated Agreement: Secretaries and Assistants Association of Anne Arundel County (SAAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: IV Days Worked: 191; 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: SG06 Position Type: 1.00 FTE

Job Categories

Support Staff > Secretary

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.For more information, contact:Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsDivision of Human Resources, 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.410-222-5061 TDD 410-222-5000 or Email Recruitment

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2644 Riva Road
• Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]