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Diagnostician
Job in
Plano, Collin County, Texas, 75075, USA
Listed on 2026-03-08
Listing for:
Plano Independent School District
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-08
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, School Counselor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Special Education - Campus Teacher/Support/Diagnostician
Date Posted:
1/20/2026
Location:
Campus To Be Determined
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Pay Grade: 840 (Min $343.43 per day)
Work Days: 185
Primary Purpose:
- Participate in the evaluation, determination of eligibility, planning, and implementation of special education supports.
Education/Certification:
- Diagnostician Certification (required)
- Master's Degree
- Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements
- Working knowledge of evaluation procedures, including cross-battery assessment, and instructional strategies/accommodations
- Ability to work cooperatively with campus staff and itinerant staff
- Three years of teaching experience
- Administer appropriate evaluations for each student based on state and local guidelines and the specific needs of the students, utilizing the newest methods
- Participate in ARD/IEP meetings by conducting evaluations and eligibility data and by assisting other professional ARD members
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team when appropriate to determine eligibility
- Observe all federal timelines for evaluations and for written evaluation reports
- Employ collaborative decision-making processes, foster and promote collegiality and team building
- Assess and respond to needs related to the responsibilities of an educational diagnostician
- Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine program/service effectiveness
- Promote collaborative teaming by working with faculty and encouraging student-parent input to develop a more positive school climate in the area of special education
- Conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning vital issues
- Collaborate with parents and outside agencies as appropriate
- Take the initiative to develop professional skills appropriate to job assignments and stay up to date on legal changes in educational laws
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible and serve as a role model for all district staff
- Disseminate ideas and information to other professionals; provide leadership in addressing the challenges facing the profession
- Consult with personnel from outside agencies when appropriate
- Demonstrate an awareness of school-community needs
- Articulate support of the district's special education program
- Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisors
- Follow the attendance policy as assigned by the supervisor
- Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor
Mental Demands:
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; maintain emotional control under stress
- Frequent district-wide and/or statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; work with frequent interruptions; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
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