Educational Diagnostician
Listed on 2026-01-20
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, School Counselor, Special Education Teacher
Professional/Certified - Other (Certified) - Other
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JOB TITLE:Educational Diagnostician
WAGE/HOUR STATUS:
Exempt
REPORTS TO:
Director of Special Education
PAY GRADE: AP 103
DEPT/SCHOOL:
Special Education
LENGTH OF ASSIGNMENT: 207 days
FUND: 437
DATE REVISED: 11/2015
PRIMARYPURPOSE:
Implement the special education appraisal process. 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 programs for students with disabilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Certification:
- Master's degree in educational assessment or licensure by Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
Valid Texas teaching certificate or Valid Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP)
Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate or valid LSSP licensure
Special Knowledge/
Skills:
- Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and guidelines for special education
- Knowledge of computer data management systems/programs and word processing programs
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
- Three years of teaching experience or two years experience as LSSP / Associate School Psychologist
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Assessment
- Receive student referrals and implement the appraisal process.
- Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.
- Collect and organize relevant assessment data from student's cumulative folder, classroom teacher(s), principal, support staff, parents, and outside resource people.
- Conduct classroom observation and personal interviews.
- Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.
- Ensure that assessment reports meet compliance standards, including timeline requirements.
- Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
- Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP.
- Consult parents concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.
- Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students.
- Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
- Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment program and make changes based on findings.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policy in the areas of assessment, placement, and planning for special education services.
- Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
- Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
- Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
- Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others.
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.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Salary:
From 56770.00
Additional Job Information
Contact:
Thelma Luna
Special Education Director
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