Educational Diagnostician - Special Services - 2025-2026 School Year

About the position

The position involves evaluating the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of referred students to determine their eligibility for special education services. The role requires selecting and administering assessments, scoring and interpreting test data, and participating in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with the development of Individual Education Plans (IEP). The educational diagnostician will also provide staff development training, consult with teachers and parents, and maintain necessary documentation and compliance with federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate students.
• Score and interpret test data.
• Conduct or participate in the ARD Committee for student placement and IEP development.
• May serve as case manager for special education assessment processes.
• Provide staff development training in assigned schools.
• Meet with parents to discuss background information and test results.
• Consult with teachers regarding students' educational needs and assessment data interpretation.
• Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
• Compile, maintain, and file reports and records required for assessments.
• Comply with federal and state laws and local policies regarding special education services.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in educational assessment.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsement.
• Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate.
• 3-5 years public school experience as a teacher and educational diagnostician or two years providing psychology services in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of procedures for evaluating achievement and intellectual functioning.
• Strong consultation skills for working with evaluation team members, teachers, parents, and students.
• Ability to interpret data and organize district-wide programs.
• Knowledge of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and related rules.