Educational Diagnostician

Primary Purpose:
Assess the educational learning styles and program needs of students referred to special education services. Work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate instructional programs for students with disabilities.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelors degree
Masters degree from an accredited institution (preferred)
Holds a valid special education teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of diagnostic procedures education of special education students human development and learning theories

Ability to interpret data

Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Two years teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assessment

1. Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.
2. Compile and evaluate comprehensivestudent information including classroom observations; personal interviews with the student teacher(s) parents and others; and relevant assessment data from students cumulativefolder. Consult with parent and teacher concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.
3. Participate in the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data appropriate placement and developmentof Individual EducationPlans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.

Consultation

1. Present staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identifying and understanding students with disabilities.
2. Assist classroom teacherswith implementation of IEP.

Program Management

1. Participate in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
2. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluationof the assessment program and make changesbased on findings.
3. Compile maintain and file reports records and other documents required.
4. Comply with policies establishedby federal and state law State Board of Education rule and local board policy. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.

Other

1. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities control behavior through physical restraint assist nonambulatory students and lift and move adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards; may require districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Start Date:July 2026
Work Days:202
Salary: District Compensation Plan