Coordinator for Special Education and Early Intervention

Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit 5 (IU5); Edinboro (Erie County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit 5 is seeking a Coordinator for Special Education/Early Intervention to support the Special Education and Early Intervention administrators in day-to-day activities and special projects. The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 1-3 years in administrative support, and proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

The incumbent will monitor program communications, coordinate classroom coverage via AESOP, and help manage contracts and monthly

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years of experience in an administrative support position.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

Responsibilities

• Support Early Intervention supervisors and project directors by monitoring various program communication tools.
• Facilitate and coordinate coverage for classroom teachers, aides, and attendants in conjunction with the AESOP system.
• Prepare, manage and verify all Early Intervention Service Purchase Contracts.
• Prepare and coordinate the Early Intervention monthly file review.
• Support Special Education Director and Assistant Director by monitoring various department activities (e.g. Special Education Mailbox, timesheets, travel vouchers, etc.).
• Coordinate and support Early Intervention verification and self-verification activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Position Summary

The Coordinator for Special Education/Early Intervention is responsible for the support of the Special Education and Early Intervention administrators in managing day to day activities and special projects.

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 years of experience in an administrative support position
• Proficiency in multiple software packages to include: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Support Early Intervention supervisors and project directors by monitoring various program communication tools
• Facilitate and coordinate coverage for classroom teachers, aides, and attendants in conjunction with the AESOP system
• Prepare, manage and verify all Early Intervention Service Purchase Contracts
• Prepare and coordinate the Early Intervention monthly file review
• Support Special Education Director and Assistant Director by monitoring various department activities (e.g. Special Education Mailbox, timesheets, travel vouchers, etc.)
• Coordinate and support Early Intervention verification and self-verification activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Performance Factors/Job Competencies

• Effectively able to prioritize tasks
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work on a variety of computer based applications
• Able to communicate effectively with internal staff along with those outside of the organization

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. Incumbent must be able to sit at desk for extended periods of time. This role routinely uses standard office equipment with a vast majority of the time utilizing computers to complete daily tasks. Due to travel outside of the home office, candidates are required to have a vehicle and valid driver's license to attend job related duties, meetings, seminars, and trainings.

Physical Demands: (% of time)

• Sitting: Frequently (>80%)
• Standing: Occasionally (<20%)
• Lifting: 0-20lbs. Occasionally (<20%); 20-50 lbs. Occasionally (<20%); Over 50 lbs. Rarely
• Travel: Rarely (<10%)
• Pushing/Pulling: Rarely (<10%)
• Manual Keying/Data Entry: Often (>60%)