Bilingual Diagnostician
Job in
Splendora, Montgomery County, Texas, 77372, USA
Listed on 2026-06-03
Listing for:
Splendora Independent School District
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
School Counselor, Special Education Teacher, Education Administration, Bilingual
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Type:
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
4/27/2026
Location:
District Wide
Job Title: Bilingual (Spanish) Educational Diagnostician
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt/Professional
Reports to: Executive Director of Special Services
Dept./School: Special Education
Primary Purpose:
Assess the educational, learning styles, and program needs of students referred to special education services. Determine and assist in determining eligibility under TEA guidelines for special education services. Provide diagnostic information and work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate programs for students with disabilities. Coordinate and participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master's degree in educational assessment
TEA certification as an educational diagnostician
Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate
Provide evidence of past bilingual assessments and/or bilingual certification in educational assessment..
ESL/Bilingual teacher certification preferred.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Ability to administer and interpret intelligence and achievement assessment instruments in both English and Spanish
- Ability to prepare appropriate individual education plans (IEPs)
- Knowledge of local, state and federal rules and regulations pertaining to special education
- Knowledge of various special education eligibility conditions and the challenges to learning
- Knowledge of curriculum in grades PK through 12
- Strong computer skills
- Strong organization and communication (written and oral)
- Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students and parents
Three years in Special Education preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Support for Instructional and Planning Services
- Provide consultative support to school staff through the MTSS process, offering suggestions for strategies and interventions that may be implemented in the general education classroom to meet the needs of struggling students.
- Administer approved achievement and intelligence measures, using instruments and procedures approved by the district.
- Complete oral language proficiency assessments for students as needed.
- Prepare evaluation reports, utilizing the format approved by the district.
- Prepare and participate in admission, review and dismissal (ARD) committee meetings to interpret appraisal results and in the development of the individual education plans (IEPs).
- Consult with school staff about implementation of the IEPs, appropriate accommodations and modifications, and strategies for learning.
- Manage caseload and assignments so as to meet compliance timelines for evaluations, ARD/IEP committee meetings, and services to students.
- Assist in the creation, development, coordination and evaluation of special education instructional programs in the district.
- Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and test results
- Assist in the selection and implementation of special education instructional materials.
- Plan, coordinate, and conduct district-wide and campus-wide events and activities related to special education.
- Disseminate information regarding policies and procedures developed by the Department of Special Education Services.
- Provide support to school personnel in order to ensure compliance with local, state and federal special education policies and procedures in assigned school and/or facilities.
- Present staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identifying and understanding students with disabilities.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and campus administrators in the creation of a supportive school environment that meets the academic and developmental needs of students.
- Support the creation and implementation of special education services on school campuses, in support of academic and skill development in students with special needs.
- Provide assistance to teachers and school administrators in the creation of a school climate that effectively manages student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
- Use effective communication skills, written and oral, to present information accurately and clearly to student parents and staff.
- Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
- Maintain familiarity with current trends in the areas of curriculum and special education.
- Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for staff, including daily attendance, punctuality and confidentiality.
- Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents.
- Attend and participate in…
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