MIS Data Assistant - Special Education

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is seeking an MIS Data Assistant for Special Education to support data management across multiple systems and ensure accuracy for compliance and reporting.

Starting immediately, the role requires strong Excel/Word and Google Apps skills, with attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information in a district serving diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; an Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Applications.
• Ability to organize and communicate effectively; strong verbal and written skills.
• Ability to multi-task and problem-solve; data review and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Collect, enter, and verify MIS data according to KS State Compliance.
• Set up IEP systems for student data at the start of each school year.
• Assist with review, maintenance, and storage of Individual Education Plans and related paperwork.
• Verify data across systems (CompuSPED, Infinite Campus, Skyward, Edulog, KIDS, SPED Pro).
• Manage student data during transitions into/out of the Cooperative and within it.
• Export data for Special Education reports due to KS State Compliance.

Skills

Word

Excel

Google Apps

Organized

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree or higher preferred

Tools

CompuSPED

Job description

MIS Data Assistant - Special Education

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Job Details

Job ID: 5953529

Application Deadline: May 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LOCATION: Central Office and Training Center

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 20,000 students, and 60+ different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest-rated high school in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings.

With Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, we are the fifth largest district in the state of Kansas, and our student population is approximately 58% Hispanic, 22% African American, 8% White, 7% Asian, and 4% Pacific Islander. To serve our students, the district employs approximately 4,000 employees, including more than 1,800 teachers.

JOB GOAL:

To assist with the management of student data. Data is defined as all information pertaining to the records of special education students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collect, enter, and verify MIS data according to KS State Compliance
• Set-up IEP systems for student data at the beginning of every school year
• Assist with the review, maintenance, and storage of Individual Education Plans and accompanying paperwork
• Verify that student data matches in all relevant data bases (for example, CompuSPED, Infinite Campus, Skyward, Edulog, KIDS Assignment System and SPED Pro
• Manage student data when students are moving in to the Cooperative, moving out of the Cooperative, and moving within the Cooperative
• Export student data for Special Education reports due to KS State Compliance system
• Clear and fix all verifications associated with student data
• Compile data, summarize information, and provide written and/or oral reports to special education administrators
• Verify all data for Indicators through submittal of Individual Education Plans into state systems
• Understand and maintain a working knowledge of laws and regulations that pertain to confidentiality of student records, Family Education Rights & Privacy Act, and all procedures related to student information
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education, Assistant Director of Special Education or Special Education Compliance Officer
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma required (Associate’s of Arts or above preferred)
• Proficient using standard software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and all Google Applications; email, district student enrollment software, Individual Education Program system (CompuSPED)
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to multi-task and problem solve
• Able to sort through data and find inconsistencies
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professional judgment

COMMUNICATION / ORGANIZATION: Maintains communication with school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action which will meet the educational needs of students.

Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.

Performs other related work as required.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and analyze and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, general curriculum and learning theories, correspondence, and protocols. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents, students, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must occasionally push items of 50 pounds such as pushing on a bike or a wheelchair, or moving/rearranging furniture. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is a standard acceptable level for this environment.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 221 day duty year

SALARY: Level 5

Classified Salary Schedule:

https://www.kckschools.org/hr/classified-salary-schedule-work-page

REPORT TO:Director of Special Education, Assistant Director of Special Education and Special Education Compliance Officer

EVALUATION:Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the Board of Education policy on evaluation

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual holding this position performs additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KCKPSis an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity, or expression), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required