IEP Team Support Specialist

Howard County Public School System; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is seeking a Program Assistant to support IEP team activities, data preparation, and communications with schools and families.

Responsibilities include maintaining confidential student records, coordinating meetings, and assisting special education staff with scheduling and paperwork. The role is critical for ensuring compliant, timely IEP processes across assigned schools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of clerical and administrative support experience.
• Experience with data collection and management tools like Google Forms, Sheets, Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintains confidential student records in compliance with laws and policies.
• Assists with disseminating IEP process paperwork to stakeholders.
• Schedules meetings and coordinates with DSE leadership and teachers.
• Creates data binders and instructional supports for programs or students.
• Supports case managers with scheduling and logistics for IEP team meetings.
• Uses electronic IEP systems and related software to support documentation and processes.

Skills

General clerical

Administrative support

Data collection

Google Forms

Google Sheets

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Google Forms

Google Sheets

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is seeking a Program Assistant to support IEP team activities, data preparation, and communications with schools and families.

Responsibilities include maintaining confidential student records, coordinating meetings, and assisting special education staff with scheduling and paperwork. The role is critical for ensuring compliant, timely IEP processes across assigned schools.