Educational Diagnostician

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At Lamesa ISD, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. As an Educational Diagnostician, you'll play a vital role in helping students with disabilities receive the support and services they need to succeed. Working alongside educators, families, and campus teams, you'll use your expertise to identify student needs, guide instructional decisions, and make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.

If you're passionate about student success, enjoy collaborating with others, and thrive on using data to support meaningful outcomes, we'd love to have you on our team.

As an Educational Diagnostician, you will:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine students' educational strengths, learning needs, and eligibility for special education services.

• Interpret assessment data and prepare clear, meaningful evaluation reports.

• Partner with teachers, administrators, parents, and related service providers to develop individualized educational plans that support student growth.

• Serve as an active member of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committees by sharing evaluation results and providing recommendations.

• Recommend appropriate instructional strategies, accommodations, and interventions based on student needs.

• Conduct reevaluations in accordance with state and federal requirements.

• Ensure all evaluations, documentation, and timelines meet Texas Education Agency (TEA) and federal compliance standards.

• Maintain accurate, confidential student records.

• Stay current on assessment practices, special education laws, and best practices through ongoing professional learning.

• Build positive relationships with students, families, and staff while supporting a collaborative, student-centered culture.

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Special Education Department.

• Master's degree in Educational Assessment or a closely related field

• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate

• Valid Texas Educational Diagnostician Certificate

• Minimum of two years of successful classroom teaching experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong knowledge of educational assessments and diagnostic procedures

• Understanding of special education laws, regulations, and eligibility requirements

• Knowledge of child development, learning theories, and instructional practices for students with disabilities

• The ability to analyze and interpret assessment data to make informed recommendations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities

• A collaborative mindset with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues

• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and serving students with professionalism and integrity

At Lamesa ISD, we're committed to creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive. We value teamwork, innovation, and a student-first approach, and we believe our employees are the heart of our district. As an Educational Diagnostician, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while working with a supportive team dedicated to helping every student succeed.

This position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail. The Educational Diagnostician will regularly travel between district campuses, use technology to complete assessments and reports, and participate in meetings throughout the school year. Occasional lifting of testing materials and equipment up to 20 pounds may be required.

Lamesa ISD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and supported.