Educational Technician 4 12M Special Education

Omaha Public Schools • Omaha, NE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

To assist the Special Education Division in maintaining compliance by accurately entering special education-related data, as well as assisting in providing high-quality customer services to families.

Requirements

• High school diploma and/or equivalency.
• Previous office experience required.
• Expertise with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access software, and Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to build Excel spreadsheets, including advanced calculations.
• Ability to build and maintain Microsoft Access databases.
• Ability to use merge processes in Microsoft Word.
• Ability to adapt to changing technology.
• Ability to communicate with the public and school personnel, using tact and courtesy.
• Ability to work without constant supervision or direction to meet a demanding work schedule.
• Ability to prioritize and work with overlapping deadlines for critical task completion.
• Ability to work cooperatively and maintain positive working relationships with fellow staff members to promote a learning and team approach.
• Ability to work in partnership with outside agencies in establishing and maintaining data processes.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information.
• Outstanding attendance and prior work record.
• Use of proper grammar, spelling, and English usage.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Exemplary attendance.
• Ability to work the required number of hours.
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work within the local community/neighborhood as appropriate.
• Work in a standard office and school building environment.
• Exemplary communication skills, verbal and written.
• A background check that demonstrates a background acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of special education procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with enrollment processes for incoming special education referrals; follow up with families, medical professionals, and/or caseworkers to ensure timely completion of required enrollment forms and documents.
• Log student enrollment and placement information in the appropriate databases.
• Perform various duties in preparation for, execution of, and follow-up to the enrollment or transition of students from one placement to another, including maintaining class lists, notifying school teams, and arranging transportation.
• Answer the telephone and greet the public and school personnel using tact and courtesy.
• Assist with maintaining digital files and folders; routing copies of materials to individuals; and maintaining schedules and calendars.
• Open and sort interdepartmental and U.S. mail.
• Prepare requisitions for approval and distribute supplies.
• Work with various individuals on maintaining computer files.
• Load student information into the data manager system and sort and print as needed.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Benefits

• Salary grade: 36F starts at $22.58
• Wages are administered consistent with the negotiated agreement.
• Full-time 12-month work schedule
• Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
• The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED