Special Education Office Aide (2024-25 SY)

Position Overview

The Weston Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Office Aide for Weston Middle School. This is a part-time position (27.5 hours/week), when school is in session (180-184 days), reporting to the MIddle School Principal, and the Director of Student Services. We are looking for a diverse pool of applicants who are inspired by our mission to educate, equip, and inspire all students to achieve their full potential and enrich their community.

About the Weston Public Schools

The Weston Public Schools enrolls approximately 2,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school district includes a high school for grades 9-12, a middle school for grades 6-8, an upper elementary school for grades 4-5, and two lower elementary schools for pre-kindergarten through grade 3. Since 1967, Weston has participated in METCO (Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity) - a voluntary school integration program that places Boston residents in suburban schools. The Weston METCO program enrolls approximately 160 students (K-12).

Key Responsibilities

• Embrace the diversity of the Weston Public Schools by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion

• Provide ongoing administrative support to Elementary Special Education Team Chairs

• Maintain the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) database

• Ensure the accuracy of information through proofreading and correcting IEP records

• Process special education paperwork, including coordination and delivery of IEPs to parents

• Ensure the timely return of IEP signature pages

• Monitor the due dates of evaluations and meetings for Team Chairs

• Provide data relevant to Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education reporting codes for special education services and placements

• Provide timely student information and data, including evaluations, meeting dates, and signature dates to Team Members

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services or her designee

Desired Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Associate's Degree or higher preferred

• Competent with technology, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Zoom

• Competent with spreadsheets, databases, forms, slide presentations, and student information systems

• Strong work ethic and an eagerness to improve

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

• Calm demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality

• Clear communicator, both orally and in writing

• Knowledge of special education practices and procedures

• Strong organization skills

Compensation and Professional Growth

A Special Education Office Aide will earn between $19.72 - $21.07 per hour. Additionally, the Weston Public Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package, including subsidized health insurance and participation in the Middlesex County Retirement System. Professional growth is ongoing in Weston and supported through multiple opportunities, both internally and externally.

Hiring Timeline

This position is for the 2024-25 school year. Please note that we will carefully review every application, but only candidates invited to advance in the hiring process will be contacted.