Special Programs Clerk

Job Description
Required Certificates and Licenses: None, preferred in Special Education

• Fingerprinting through the Washington State Patrol (WSP) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) or the ability to achieve one
  

Residency Requirements: Washington

• or within 50 miles of the state boarder
  

Hourly Rate: around $21

Start Date: Immediate

The remote Special Education Compliance Support Clerk works year round to monitor and communicate all state requirements for Special Education compliance, and schedules Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings as required.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Washington Virtual Academies (WAVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Washington Virtual Academies (WAVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

This is a REMOTE full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The below statements are intended to help describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Monitors all deadlines pertaining to Special Education compliance;
  
• Effectively communicates compliance deadlines to the appropriate school personnel for timely action;
  
• Works closely with teaching staff, providers and families to schedule Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings based on mutual availability; Ensures that necessary logistical information and relevant documents are provided in advance;
  
• Distributes IEP scheduling information to schools on a monthly and weekly basis;
  
• Monitors IEP due dates and alerts schools when they become overdue.
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Associate's degree AND

* One (1) year of experience OR

* Equivalent combination of education and experience

* Ability to clear required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Excellent communication skills - written, verbal and listening; Able to keep others informed using appropriate communication methods

* Strong personal organization, attention to detail and sense of urgency

* Experience using a student management database

* Professional experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

* Experience using a school database

Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee's salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position's level and expected contribution, and the employee's benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

We anticipate the hourly rate to be $21. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual's compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

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.