Special Education Case Manager Assistant- Part Time

Location

Brighton, CO | United States

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Case Manager Assistant

Location : Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Dean of Student Services

Work Hours/Days : 8-10 hours per week during the school year

Desired Start Date : Immediately

Salary Range: $20-24 hourly

Position Summary:

Are you passionate about classical education? Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion and want to expand awareness and understanding of the liberal arts?

Do you want to help train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education?

We are looking for a Special Education Case Manager Assistant who can assist with the Student Services Department's reporting and compliance tasks.

Located in Brighton, CO, just 3 miles from I-25, Ascent Classical of Northern Denver is a growing school of over 200 students that currently offers grades K-7 with plans to expand to K-12 by adding one grade per year.

We are looking for someone with high standards of excellence, a professional demeanor, and a
can-do attitude to join our team and to help us build for the future. The ideal candidate will be a
results-driven team player with the capacity to manage multiple projects and thrive in a dynamic
environment.

This is an onsite position based in our school.

Requirements:

• Support the mission and vision of Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver and the ideals of classical, liberal arts education and its value in the development and formation of young people.
• Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Degree in Special Education
• Familiarity with special education school reporting requirements in Colorado
• School Experience Preferred
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• After an offer is accepted, a satisfactory background check is required by state law and Colorado Department of Education
• Adherence to all school policies.

Essential Functions:

• Provide advance Notice of Meetings to the Dean of Student Services 8-10 calendar days in advance of required IEP meetings and document all responses
• Ensure and confirm that each student has a special education or 504 folder. Use the Powerschool and Enrich systems and contact the Dean of Student Services if information is missing or incomplete
• Verify that each IEP and 504 plan and documentation is current
• Maintain the Student Services Calendar with regard to IEP and 504 due dates and meetings
• Maintain copies of the required documentation for each 504 and IEP in students' files
• Create management documents such as Student IEP goals, minutes, and primary providers
• Assist in scheduling school based assessments and ensuring that all materials are available including materials needed for students with accommodations
• Assist in end-of-the-year data collection for compliance and funding
• Participate in the case management process as needed
• Protect confidentiality of all student records
• Perform related duties as assigned

Benefits Available: Our company offers a range of benefits to support our employees' well-being and financial stability.

• Competitive compensation
• Employer offers a percentage match to a retirement investment account
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes access to free counseling and other advisory sessions
• Paid time off, sick pay
• Additionally, extensive training and mentoring opportunities, including partnerships with Hillsdale College for K-12 teachers, foster professional growth and development

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk
• Prolonged periods of working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and school building

Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc. (ACACS) is a network of public charter schools in Colorado comprised of four campuses. The governing Board of Directors at ACACS has contracted with Minga Education Group (MEG) to provide employment services for all staff at ACACS. Through this partnership, MEG provides employment services, a personnel system for human resources, benefits, payroll services, and access to a 401(k) plan. For naming purposes, Minga Education Group is the employer.

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Salary

$20 - $24 per hour