Admissions Associate - Special Education (5 month Contract)

$72,800 - $83,200/Yr

The Pathway School - Norristown, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Norristown, PA

Educational Services

About the position

The Admissions Associate for Special Education at The Pathway School is responsible for managing the admissions process for students with special needs. This role involves administrative tasks, ensuring exceptional customer service, and working closely with families, school district staff, and other professionals. The position is a temporary contract lasting five months, with the potential for permanent employment.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, coordinate, and complete the admissions process for prospective students.
• Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with families of prospective and current students, school district staff, and outside service professionals.
• Read and comprehend various educational documents, including IEPs and evaluations, to assess student needs.
• Make enrollment decisions based on student diagnoses and program fit.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in special education, social services, or business preferred; experience may substitute for degree.
• Minimum of two years' experience in a special education or non-profit environment required.
• Experience in school-based admissions processes is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook Email.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong time management skills to balance multiple tasks without formal deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to empathize and listen effectively.
• Strong reading skills to interpret educational documents and extract relevant information.
• Basic understanding of special education diagnoses such as Autism, ADHD, and SLD.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $35 - $40.
• Opportunity for permanent employment after the contract period.