Educational Diagnostician

Primary Purpose: 

Implement the special education appraisal process. Evaluate 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 programs for students with disabilities. Participate in activities related to Comprehensive Coordinated Early Intervening Services for identified students.

Qualifications: 

Education/Certification: Master's degree in educational assessment Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate Valid Texas teaching certificate preferred

 Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

 Experience: Three years teaching experience Special Ed Teaching Experience, preferred 

Major Responsibilities and Duties: 

Assessment: 

1. Receive student referrals and implement the appraisal process. 
2. Select and administer formal and informal evaluations to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations. 
3. Collect and organize relevant evaluation data from student's cumulative folder, classroom teachers(s), principal, support staff, parents, and outside resource people.
4. Conduct classroom observation and personal interviews. 
5. Work as part of the multidisciplinary team for the evaluation and identification of students referred for a full and individual evaluation.
6. Participate in the IEP team to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedure 

Consultation: 

1. Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP. 
2. Consult parents concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of evaluation data.
3. Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students. 
4. Provide staff development to assist school personnel in the identification, understanding and teaching of students with disabilities. 
5. Consult with campus personnel on requirements of Child Find and referrals for evaluation. 

Program Management: 

1. Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents. 
2. Assist in the selection of evaluation materials and equipment. 
3. Assist in the coordination of procedures for student evaluation and the IEP Process. 
4. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment program and make changes based on findings. 
5. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required. 
6. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the areas of evaluation, placement, and planning for special education services. 
7. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations. 
8. Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment. 

Communication: 

1. Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
2. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents. 
3. Other duties as assigned.  

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

 Working Conditions:

 Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular district wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned; moderate lifting and carrying. May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities. 

NOTE: The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills that may be required