Educational Diagnostician​/ARD Facilitator

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Thursday, May 22, 2025 12:00 AM
- Tuesday, July 8, 2025 11:59 PM
(Central Standard Time)

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Job Description

Review referrals for individual evaluation to determine appropriate interventions; assess students when an individual evaluation is recommended; ensure that legal requirements for evaluation are met and the evaluation report is shared with campus staff and parents; conduct ARD/IEP meeting and assist building administrator in ensuring that the ARD/IEP process and the quality of programs for students with disabilities are in compliance with Federal, State and Local requirements;

review initial evaluations and interpret the educational implications of initial evaluation and reevaluations.

Education/Certification:

Preparation and Planning:

• Obtain data reports in order to maintain a schedule for timely completion of reevaluations and annual ARD meetings for students.
• Plan evaluation and ARD schedule in order to meet required timelines.
• Collaborate and coordinate ARD/IEP schedules with campus staff.
• Coordinate with other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated evaluations and ARD meetings within timelines.
• Manage schedule to inform the director when assistance is needed in meeting timelines.
• Maintain adequate supply of protocols, etc. and place order for materials in a timely manner.
• Assist other professionals as time permits.
• Communicate with building administrators regarding STAAR and other State Assessments.
• Complete and turn in all required documentation within timelines.
• Provide documentation of services to the director as requested.

Knowledge and Techniques:

• Consult and Coordinate with teachers to assist in intervention strategies and techniques.
• Utilize various assessment instruments and techniques, as part of a multidisciplinary team, to assist in identifying students with disabilities.
• Demonstrate a high degree of knowledge, understanding and skill with respect to the appraisal process.
• Provide instructional techniques and materials to meet individual needs.
• Write compliant evaluation reports documenting state and federal requirements.
• Provide training on campus as requested by the principal or director.
• Train and assist teachers in docking criterion-referenced testing as needed.
• High degree of knowledge regarding special education compliance requirements.
• Seek professional growth and training in areas needing improvement.

Staff and Parent Relations:

• Communicate with appropriate school personnel regarding evaluation results and strategies.
• Communicate with the parent (and student when appropriate) regarding evaluation results and strategies.
• Constructively interpret school services and guidelines when appropriate.
• Coordinate and collaborate with school professionals to benefit students.
• Displays sensitivity to the concerns of staff members and colleagues.
• Works collaboratively and constructively with other departments, staff, and parents.
• Provides consultative assistance to teachers upon request (including strategies, assist with IEP goals/objectives, etc.) and provides follow up as needed.

Professional Attitude and Conduct:

• Takes initiative to assist teachers or students as appropriate.
• Works in harmony with peers and associates.
• Responds to suggestions for improvement in a positive manner.
• Displays professionalism in dealing with students, parents, staff and community.
• Is punctual.
• Maintains a professional appearance.
• Mentally alert and physically able to perform the job functions.
• Displays self-control and tact.
• Maintains confidentiality of student records as appropriate.
• Collaborates in problem solving.
• Follow district guidelines as instructed.
• Seeks professional growth through continuing education and staff development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Student Management:

• Manage testing and other materials in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Assist in the testing of the special education students during state assessments.

Professional Growth and Development:

• Maintain membership and participation in professional organizations and/or update professional skill through annual staff development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent.
• Uses information provided through assessment instruments, the district appraisal process, and evaluation feedback from supervisors to improve performance.
• Disseminates information to other professionals and the community through written materials, conducting in services, and through contact with outside agencies.
• Strives to…