Diagnostician

Starting Date: Immediately

Reports to: Director of Special Education, Special Education Supervisor

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Dept./School: Special Education/Assigned Campus

Pay Family: Professional/Administrators

This position is a grant funded position and continued employment is contingent upon grant funding.

Primary

Purpose:

Serve as a primary member of the multi-disciplinary evaluation and planning team responsible for determining student eligibility for special education services. Coordinate and facilitate comprehensive evaluations, including the assessment of cognitive and educational functioning and the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Provide consultation and guidance to teachers, parents/guardians, and support personnel on eligibility, IEP development and implementation, and evidence-based instructional strategies.

Ensure district compliance with all legal and procedural requirements related to special education evaluation, placement, and service planning.

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas certification as an Educational Diagnostician issued by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC), or
• Texas License as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), including LSSP Trainee status, as applicable.

• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience (preferred)

• Basic knowledge of federal laws, state guidelines and local district policies related to special education evaluation and services
• Comprehensive knowledge of diagnostic assessment procedures, instructional strategies and behavioral modifications and accommodations
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to support evaluation processes, documentation, collaboration, and compliance
• Advanced ability to interpret and analyze assessment data to inform educational decision-making and eligibility determinations
• Bilingual proficiency in reading, writing, or speaking a second language (beneficial but not required)

• Implement, complete, and adhere to required evaluation and eligibility procedures and timelines
• Select and administer formal and informal evaluations to determine student eligibility for special education services in accordance with federal and Texas Education Agency regulations
• Score and interpret assessment and evaluation data accurately and effectively convey results through written and oral communication (e.g., comprehensive report, IEP Committee participation, parent conferences)
• Update, maintain, and appropriately use assessment and evaluation tools to ensure accurate and compliant evaluation practices
• Comply with local, state, and federal requirements and regulations related to evaluation, placement, and planning for special education services

• Collect and organize relevant evaluation data from students’ cumulative folder, classroom teacher(s), principal, support staff, parents/guardians and outside service providers
• Maintain accurate and timely records and reports in accordance with district and legal requirements
• Maintain accurate and compliant eligibility folders and related documentation
• Maintain confidentiality in the review and communication of student information in accordance with applicable laws and district policy

• Prepare for and coordinate IEP meetings within required timelines, ensure appropriate participants are included, address required components during IEP meetings, and demonstrate an understanding of legal procedures related to the IEP…