Deni Perkins

Organized and maintained confidential student files, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district regulations regarding special education services.

Utilize SynergySE in order to create documents, input information, and generate reports.

Monitor timelines and assist with clerical tasks for referrals, evaluations, re-evaluations, annual reviews, etc.

Develop and maintain a master schedule of special education-related meetings.

Arrange and schedule special education conferences such as IEP and MET meetings.

Communicate with parents via telephone or email to arrange meetings and follow up on return of documents.

Keep a log documenting all parent and teacher contacts.

Arrange for interpreters when needed for meetings.

Direct parent questions and concerns to the appropriate team member.

Keep the department informed of scheduled meetings. Complete all forms, including the IEP Compliance Checklist, correctly and in a timely manner.

Make copies of all forms, letters, and other relevant information. Maintain complete and accurate files for all students in the initial evaluation/re-evaluation process.

Submit required documentation to the Special Education Records Department.

Assist and support the special education staff with other tasks as assigned by the principal, department chair, speech/language pathologist (SLP), and/or psychologist.

• Maintained accurate records of all absences, truancy issues, and disciplinary actions.
• Collaborated with guidance counselors to identify students at risk due to poor attendance and develop appropriate interventions.
• Pleasantly greeted all office visitors and asked open-ended questions to determine needs.
• Aided school administration during emergency drills or actual events by providing accurate attendance information of students and ensuring their safety.
• Answered front office phones. Helped parents with school/education related questions and concerns.
• Directed incoming calls to proper employee extensions.

Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.

Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.

Contributed to a positive classroom environment by establishing rapport with students and addressing individual needs.

Prepared supplementary materials for diverse learners, helping accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.

Monitored playground and cafeteria during recess and lunch.

Answered incoming medical calls from hospitals, primary care providers, medical labs, and other medical facilities.

Ensured proper physician was paged and verified that page was answered.

Received and typed dictations from Nurse Practitioners on patient calls.

Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling incoming calls and addressing inquiries.

Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting team members in handling difficult calls or resolving complex issues.

Maintained professionalism and courtesy while managing high call volumes during peak hours.

Pleasantly greeted all callers and asked how to be of assistance.

Collected and verified telephone numbers, addresses, and proper spelling of names.