Special Education Secretary

ReNEW Schools; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Indiana seeks a part-time Administrative Assistant to support the special education office with records, meetings, and parent-teacher communication. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and data handling.

Responsibilities include coordinating IEP meetings, maintaining files, data entry, and acting as a liaison among families, teachers, and administrators. This position requires 12–15 hours per week and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in secretarial/clerical work, preferably in education.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the special education office and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain confidential student files, IEPs, and department data.
• Act as a liaison between parents, teachers, and administration.
• Schedule IEP and team meetings, prepare agendas, and take notes.
• Input student data into IEP tracking systems and school software.

Skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or college coursework preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Reports To: Director of Special Education, Special Education Supervisor, or Building Principal.

Work Schedule: Part-time, 12 - 15 hours per week.

Primary Goal: Support the daily operations of the special education office and maintain accurate records for students with special needs.

Record Keeping: Maintain confidential student files, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and department data in compliance with privacy laws.

Communication: Act as a liaison between parents, teachers, and administration.

Meeting Coordination: Schedule IEP and team meetings, prepare agendas, and take meeting notes as needed.

Data Management: Input student data into specialized school software or web-based IEP tracking systems.

Education: High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree or college coursework preferred by some districts.

Experience: 1 to 3 years of secretarial or clerical experience, preferably in an educational or office setting.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in basic office software (Word, Excel), data entry systems, and general office machinery (copiers, scanners).

Soft Skills: High level of confidentiality, strong interpersonal communication, and attention to detail.