Educational Diagnostician - Bilingual (Shared Service Partnership)

Promesa Academy • Prior Lake, MN

126d • $30 - $45

About The Position

The position involves conducting comprehensive educational evaluations in both English and Spanish to determine eligibility for special education services in accordance with IDEA, Texas Education Code, and district policies. The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure linguistically and culturally appropriate practices that support student success and legal compliance.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Special Education or related field
• Valid Texas certification as an Educational Diagnostician
• Valid Texas teaching certificate preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency required
• Must meet all TEA requirements for serving as a Diagnostician
• Deep understanding of bilingual assessment practices and cultural-linguistic considerations
• Strong knowledge of IDEA, FIE requirements, and ARD/IEP processes
• Ability to conduct evaluations in Spanish and communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking families
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and report-writing skills
• Proficiency in digital tools, secure platforms, and FERPA-compliant systems
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience preferred
• Experience working with bilingual or emergent bilingual student populations required
• Prior experience as a Diagnostician in a school setting strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct Full and Individual Evaluations (FIEs) using linguistically appropriate tools
• Administer and interpret assessments in both English and Spanish
• Prepare culturally responsive and legally defensible reports
• Present findings and recommendations at ARD meetings with language-concordant communication
• Ensure evaluations meet federal and state timelines
• Document bilingual eligibility decisions accurately and in accordance with state guidance
• Maintain confidentiality and secure handling of student records
• Participate in ARD, LPAC, and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Collaborate with educators and service providers to interpret language acquisition versus disability
• Communicate effectively with families in Spanish and provide appropriate translation of assessment results

Benefits

• Serve high-need bilingual populations across Texas
• Competitive compensation and flexible contract terms
• Work with a collaborative team focused on culturally and linguistically responsive practices
• Access to tools and support for bilingual assessment and service delivery

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree