What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Diagnostician - 2026-2027 School Year position at La Porte Independent School District?
Position: Educational Diagnostician
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Assess the educational, learning styles, and program needs of students referred to special education services. Provide diagnostic information and work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate instructional programs for students with disabilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- Master’s Degree in educational assessment
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Valid Texas teaching certificate
- Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development and learning theories
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Ability to interpret data
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned
- Bilingual preferred
Experience:
- Three years of teaching experience
Other Information:
Apply online, attaching your resume and letter of interest to your application. Three references must be provided or received. These references must include your current building principal.
The District contributes $400/month to the cost of employee only health insurance, which is $175/month greater than the state required amount of $225/month
Assignment: 11 Duty Months (195 Days)
Pay Grade: Professional, PG3
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
- Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
- Motion: Frequent walking
- Lifting: Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to 50 pounds)
- Environment: Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements
- Mental Demands: Maintain control under stress
Salary : $63,818 - $88,627