Educational Diagnostician - 1099
About The Position
The Educational Diagnostician assesses the educational needs, learning styles, and program needs of students in grades K–12 who are referred for special education services. The role works cooperatively with instructional personnel to identify appropriate instructional programs for students with disabilities. The position conducts formal and informal assessments, evaluates student information, consults with parents and teachers, and participates in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee activities. It also supports school staff through training and consultation, assists with IEP implementation and MTSS monitoring, and manages assessment-related records and program evaluation. Services must be provided in the DFW area zip codes specified by the employer.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in educational assessment.
- Valid Texas teaching certificate.
- Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate or valid LSSP license.
- Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, special education, human development, and learning theories.
- Ability to interpret data.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Minimum two years of teaching experience.
- Must provide services in the DFW area zip codes.
Responsibilities
- Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special education services in accordance with federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.
- Compile and evaluate student information, including classroom observations, interviews with students, teachers, parents, and others, and assessment data from cumulative folders.
- Consult with parents and teachers about students’ educational needs and the interpretation of assessment data.
- Participate in ARD Committee meetings to interpret assessment data and assist with appropriate placement and development of student IEPs according to district procedures.
- Present staff development training at assigned schools to help personnel identify and understand students with disabilities.
- Assist classroom teachers with IEP implementation.
- Support the MTSS committee in tracking and monitoring students in tiered interventions.
- Participate in selecting assessment materials and equipment.
- Develop and coordinate ongoing evaluation of the assessment program and make changes based on findings.
- Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and other documents.
- Comply with applicable federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, local board policies, and district and campus routines and regulations.
- Maintain positive and effective relationships with supervisors and communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Schedule and facilitate ARD meetings.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
