Special Education Teacher in La Quinta, CA

Step into a meaningful clerical role supporting schools in the Coachella Valley area! This full-time contract opportunity focuses on Medi-Cal processing and compliance, starting in early September and continuing through the end of June. As an integral part of the administrative team, you will help ensure timely and accurate Medi-Cal documentation. If you have a background in Medicaid clerical work and enjoy facilitating communication across departments, this could be the ideal setting to use your expertise.

Key Qualifications:

• Prior experience handling and processing Medi-Cal or Medicaid requests is essential
• Proven ability to monitor, track, and verify records for compliance, especially in an education or public agency environment
• Excellent organization and attention to detail for paperwork and deadlines
• Bilingual Spanish skills are highly desirable for effective communication
• Able to clearly interface with special education teachers and other staff regarding time surveys and procedural documentation
• No specific certifications required, but a solid working knowledge of Medi-Cal guidelines is strongly preferred

Core Responsibilities:

• Track and process Medi-Cal requests submitted by school or district staff
• Monitor incoming random time surveys from Medicaid to ensure timely and accurate submission
• Collaborate closely with special education teachers/staff to ensure procedures are being correctly followed
• Hold monthly meetings with Medi-Cal representatives to confirm compliance and address potential issues
• Maintain organized records and communicate important deadlines to the appropriate personnel

Working in this clerical role offers a chance to support the broader mission of improving access to educational resources for all students. You will enjoy working regular business hours in a collaborative environment with the opportunity to make a daily impact.

Ready to bring your skills to a dynamic school setting? Apply today to take the next step in your career supporting essential Medi-Cal processes in education!

Compensation for this position ranges from $33.34 to $53.34. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.