Special Education Administrative Assistant (Part-time)

Job Title: Special Education Administrative Assistant

Location: Draper, UT

Position Type: Part-Time 29 hrs/week Monday - Friday

Compensation: $20.00-$25.00 per hour, based on experience

Start Date: October 19, 2026

About Us: Summit Academy is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive educational environment for all students.

Job Description: We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and professional Special Education Administrative Assistant to support the daily operations of our Special Education Department. This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with special education procedures, maintaining accurate records, coordinating meetings, and providing excellent customer service to families, staff, and partnering agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate special education meetings, including IEP, eligibility, evaluation, and team meetings.
• Prepare and distribute meeting notices and supporting documentation.
• Enter and maintain student data in special education systems and records.
• Monitor timelines and assist with compliance tracking.
• Coordinate with other LEAs to ensure special education records are requested, received, and transferred in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized and confidential student files.
• Answer phones and provide exceptional customer service to parents, staff, and community partners.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, spreadsheets, and departmental documents.
• Manage calendars and scheduling as assigned.
• Support special education administrators and staff with administrative duties.
• Coordinate vision and hearing screenings

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, telephone and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Preferred:

• Associate Degree or higher and/or Administrative Assistant Certification.
• Experience in education or special education settings.
• Experience with student information or special education data systems.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Consistent Monday through Friday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in students' lives.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume, and references via this portal or send to Jacque Schmidt, Director of Special Education at jacque.schmidt@summitacademyschools.org

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Physical Setting:

• Charter school

Ability to Commute:

• Draper, UT 84020 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Draper, UT 84020: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25