Special Education Secretary - Early Childhood

Franklin County OH
  • Columbus, OH
    11 days ago

    Job Description

    1. IEP Coordination & Scheduling (30%)
    • Coordinate scheduling of Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, IEP amendment meetings, and kindergarten transition meetings.

    • Contact parents, team members, and school districts to schedule meetings.

    • Complete required parent participation documentation in SameGoal.

    • Arrange interpreters as needed, including creating purchase orders.

    • Create Zoom meeting links, schedule substitutes, and maintain shared calendars.

    • Send meeting reminders, Procedural Safeguards, Jon Peterson Scholarship information, and meeting invitations to families.

    • Ensure parent signatures are obtained prior to meeting dates.

    1. Compliance & Special Education Records Management (25%)
    • Monitor IEP timelines and support compliance reviews to ensure documentation is completed in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

    • Maintain accurate and compliant student records in SameGoal.

    • Upload IEPs, Evaluation Team Reports (ETRs), and related documentation.

    • Complete required forms and ensure all student identifiers, including Local IDs and SSIDs, are accurate.

    • Distribute progress notes to school districts through SameGoal or secure email in accordance with reporting timelines.

    • Update disability codes in Brittco following new evaluations.

    • Maintain accurate student records and support ongoing compliance monitoring.

    1. Data Management, Reporting & Analysis (20%)
    • Develop and maintain Excel-based tracking tools and databases.

    • Analyze data trends to support program planning, compliance, and decision-making.

    • Interpret progress report data to monitor student growth.

    • Assist with management of Child Outcomes Summary (COS) data.

    • Generate reports from SameGoal to monitor deadlines and compliance requirements.

    • Assist with the development and submission of the Preschool Special Education State Report.

    • Support continuous improvement through accurate data collection and analysis.

    1. Placement & District Coordination (15%)
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for school districts regarding preschool special education documentation.

    • Coordinate the administrative components of the preschool placement process.

    • Maintain placement databases, classroom openings, and waitlists.

    • Prepare placement materials and coordinate placement meetings.

    • Update student rosters and enrollment systems.

    • Communicate routine placement information to school districts and families.

    • Complete post-placement documentation.

    • Collaborate with the Special Education Coordinator, who retains responsibility for educational programming, Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), and placement decisions.

    1. Administrative Support & Organizational Functions (5%)
    • Record and distribute accurate meeting minutes for special education meetings and professional development.

    • Maintain professional resource libraries to ensure staff have access to current materials.

    • Provide administrative, scheduling, and organizational support to the Special Education Coordinator.

    • Maintain accurate databases and ensure data integrity.

    • Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel functions and data management systems.

    • Model the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities' mission, vision, and organizational values in all interactions with children, families, colleagues, community partners, and school districts.

    • Actively collaborate with colleagues to identify solutions, resolve challenges, support continuous improvement, and promote high-quality services for children and families.

    1. Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
    • Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficiency, effectiveness, and continuous improvement of Preschool Special Education services.

    • Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, accountability, and a commitment to continuous learning while responding to evolving program and organizational needs.

    Required Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent required

    • Prior experience in an educational setting, office administration, or special education support role strongly preferred

    • Demonstrated experience handling confidential information in compliance with FERPA & HIPAA guidelines

    • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously

    Required Skills & Competencies

    Communication & Collaboration

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills

    • Ability to communicate professionally with families, school districts, and multidisciplinary teams

    • Customer-service mindset when supporting families and staff

    Organization & Scheduling

    • High-level ability to coordinate complex schedules across multiple stakeholders

    • Attention to detail to ensure compliance timelines, documentation, and meeting logistics are accurate

    • Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

    Technology & Data Management

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Outlook, and Teams)

    • Ability to create and manage spreadsheets, including intermediate formulas and data tracking tools

    • Experience with databases or willingness to learn systems such as SameGoal and Brittco

    • Ability to maintain accurate digital records and manage document uploads

    Compliance & Confidentiality

    • Basic understanding of special education processes (IEPs, ETRs) or willingness to learn

    • Ability to follow detailed procedures and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., IDEA timelines)

    • Strong attention to confidentiality and data security practices

    Problem-Solving & Initiative

    • Ability to identify issues, analyze data, and support solutions

    • Self-starter who can work independently while also collaborating with a team

    • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and needs

    Preferred (But Not Required)

    • Experience in special education or early childhood programs

    • Familiarity with IEP processes and timelines

    • Experience scheduling meetings with multiple agencies or districts

    • Experience with data tracking, reporting, or compliance monitoring

    Benefits of working at the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities:

    • Tuition reimbursement
    • On-site fitness
    • Generous health care package (health, vision, dental, & life insurance)
    • Childcare Assistance
    • 14% employer contribution towards retirement plan (www.opers.com or www.strsoh.org)
    • Deferred compensation options (www.ccao457empower-retirement.com & www.ohio457.org)
    • Paid holidays
    • Excellent leave policies (sick, vacation, and personal days)

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationColumbus, OH

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