Parent Consultant – Cache County & Logan City School Districts

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Please note required qualifications.

TITLE: Parent Consultant- Serving Parents of Children with Disabilities in Cache County & Logan City School Districts

LOCATION:

Hybrid- Cache & Logan School District Offices, Utah Parent Center Main Office & Remote

JOB STATUS:

Part-time; 20+ hours per week/40+ per pay period

PAY RATE:

$19.70/hour – includes benefit allotment

OPENING DATE:

Friday, October 2, 2026

CLOSING DATE:

Friday, October 16, 2026 or When Filled with a Qualified Candidate

JOB SUMMARY:

As an employee of the Utah Parent Center (UPC or Center),

• works from both the Cache & Logan School District offices or the UPC as a neutral party to assist parents who have children in special education programs and services in Cache & Logan School Districts
• works with parents and others individually and in groups, to inform and train them in their rights, roles, and responsibilities
• provides information and peer support to parents to help them work appropriately within the school system to resolve issues and meet the needs of their children
• helps parents gain the necessary skills to build effective partnerships with educators and professionals
• works with educators and professionals to create effective parent professional partnerships
• provides, as necessary, training and materials for parents and professionals
• provides information and referral to various agencies, service providers
• attends UPC staff meetings, training, and some other activities with Center staff

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

•Responsible directly to the Utah Parent Center Associate Director & Project Coordinator in collaboration with the Cache & Logan School District’s respective Special Education Directors. Works cooperatively with all staff members, volunteers, and Board members Works collaboratively with parents and professionals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be the parent of a child with a disability
• Must live within either Cache or Logan School District boundaries
• Can successfully undergo a background check.
• Is a self-started and self-motivated individual who is proficient in researching information and problem-solving independently.
• Must demonstrate the ability to communicate well, verbally and in writing.
• Must have computer and Google Suite experience, ability to access and use online resources and databases.
• Must accommodate flexible scheduling (early morning, evenings and weekends sometimes required).
• Provide proof of automobile insurance.
• Has good organizational and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to facilitate effective conflict resolution.
• Has experience in effective public speaking and presentation skills and experience.
• Has knowledge of services and programs available for parents of children and youth with disabilities.
• Understands parents’ special education Procedural Safeguards/rights and the IEP process.
• High school diploma required (minimum) plus experience.
• Spanish-speaking helpful, but not required.

TO APPLY, SUBMIT (by email, fax, mail, or in person)

• Letter describing interest in and qualifications for the position.
• Current resume with personal and employment references.
• Please include both the letter and resumé when responding.
• An application will be required from qualified candidates selected for an interview.

SUBMIT TO:

Utah Parent Center Attention: Esperanza Reyes

5296 S Commerce Drive, Suite 302,

Murray, UT 84107

Phone: (801) 272-1051

Fax: (801) 272-8907

Email: recruiting@utahparentcenter.org