Diagnostician

Position: 

Educational Diagnostician

Supervisor:

Coordinator of Student Support Services

Work Site:

Central Consolidated Administrative Complex

Summary:

Under direction of Exceptional Programs Coordinator, provide psychological educational student evaluation to determine individual student need in compliance with state and federal regulation.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct evaluations and re-evaluations to determine exceptionality.
• Prepare diagnostic reports to include summary of pertinent pre-diagnostic information, summary of test administered and results, student strengths and weaknesses and suggested areas of appropriate intervention, complete minimum of 65 evaluation per school year. 
• Manage resources, i.e. inventory of supplies, materials and equipment.
• Attend Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) meetings, parent conferences, teacher conferences and in-service training.
• Communicate with parents and staff; provide assistance and support for students in a variety of educational settings including consulting with the SAT/MLSS Coaches
• Maintain information relative to education assessments, state and federal regulations and district requirements and competency level relative to diagnostic procedures. 
• Collaborate with other professionals as appropriate.
• Promote an environment/climate conducive to productive performance. 
• Plan for and manage the resources for which he/she is responsible, including personnel, finances, facilities program and time.
• Communicate accurately and effectively.
• Use supervision, staff development, and performance evaluation to improve the program of the district.
• Demonstrate leadership.
• Complete all necessary paperwork.
• Be in compliance with all State, Federal and local guidelines and Indicators. 
• Acquire permission to test. Administer appropriate test.  Interpret the results of each instrument administered in terms that can be understood. 
• Knowledgeable about each criteria requirement for every exceptionality.
• Knowledgeable about New Mexico stands for special education/use of Team Manual.
• Explains program levels, services available for the student and makes recommendations that will help the student reach his learning potential. 
• Be available to meet with parents, staff or administration.
• Attend workshops and in-service, to stay abreast of changes in standards, assessment strategies, and research findings.
• Drive from school to school.
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive matters and treat people with respect and dignity.
• Work with a wide variety of individuals in a highly stressful environment. 
• Be flexible and able to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Communicate in well-organized oral and written forms.
• Work independently with little supervision.
• Comply with all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, Public Education Department guidelines and local, state and federal laws.
• Accept other responsibilities and duties assigned by supervisor
• Support district and school efforts to keep CCSD safe and secure
• Complete and comply with all required trainings annually
• Adhere to NM Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession (NMAC 6.60.9.8)
• Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree
• NMPED Educational Diagnostician, K-12 license (900)
• National Board Certification for Educational Diagnostician

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Dine language, culture, and history preferred
• Good communication skills and customer service skills

Physical/Job Requirements:

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills.

Safety and Health:

• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions
• Completed and cleared background check
• Pass drug test if required for position
• Knowledge and compliance with district and school Safety Plans

Equipment/Material Handled:

• Multimedia equipment, including current technology
• Equipment/materials relevant to the job responsibilities
• Valid driver license and insurable by district if necessary

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality
• Work interruptions
• Flexibility
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision
• Must complete applications and assignments within the timeframes allowed
• Extended work hours, on occasion

Term of Employment:

• Exempt