Educational Diagnostician/Special Ed

4 weeks ago

New Braunfels, United States New Braunfels Full time
Primary Purpose:

Implement the special education appraisal process. Assess the educational, learning styles, and program needs of students referred to special education services. Provide diagnostic information and work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate programs for students with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree in educationally related field

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Three years of teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assessment

  1. Receive student referrals and implement the appraisal process.
  2. Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special education and/or dyslexia services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.
  3. Collect and organize relevant assessment data from student's cumulative folder, classroom teachers(s), principal, support staff, parents, and outside resource people.
  4. Conduct classroom observation and personal interviews.
  5. Facilitate and coordinate the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee and participate to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.
  6. Schedule Admission, Review, and Dismissal meetings and notify all ARD committee members.
  7. Complete all Admission, Review, and Dismissal paperwork, documents, and forms and give copies to campus, parents, and Special Education Office.


Consultation

  1. Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
  2. Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP.
  3. Consult parents concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.
  4. Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students.


Program Management

  1. Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
  2. Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
  3. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment program and make changes based on findings.
  4. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
  5. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policy in the areas of assessment, placement, and planning for special education services.
  6. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
  7. Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.


Communication

  1. Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
  2. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.


Other

  1. Perform other duties as assigned.


Supervisory Responsibilities:

May be required to supervise a practicum student in school psychology.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities.

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations as assigned frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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