What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostician position at Indianapolis Public Schools?
Job Description
TITLE: Educational Diagnostician
WHO WE ARE:
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is a student-focused, innovative educational organization committed to academic excellence. Our mission is to empower and educate all students to think critically, creatively, and responsibly, to embrace diversity, and to pursue their dreams with a purpose. We are a family of excellent public schools in which every student has the opportunity to succeed and the power to create their own future.
Led by forward-thinking leadership and our commitment to prioritizing students, racial equity, and authentic engagement with our families, team members, and communities, our staff have diverse opportunities to develop their careers in a challenging but rewarding environment. We are an organization for people who are passionate about education and who are committed to the Indianapolis community.
SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY:
Diagnosticians participate in child find activities for students in the Indianapolis Public Schools. Administer and interpret various assessments, including but not limited to measures of academic achievement, developmental rating scales, adaptive rating scales, and complete systematic observations in all educational settings. Diagnosticians are expected to maintain records of any/all assessments and observations throughout the academic year and prepare and submit reports of these findings to the evaluating psychologist in a timely manner to maintain legal time limits for completing assessments.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The following outlines what your core duties and responsibilities will be for this position and provides a sample overview of what your day-to-day may look like.
Core Duties And Responsibilities
On a regular day, as a Diagnostician, you might:
As an ideal candidate for this role, you will be able to achieve the following:
Exempt
ELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK:
Not eligible
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EEOC STATEMENT:
Indianapolis Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, will not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, homelessness or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Indianapolis Public Schools does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
DISCLAIMER:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the above representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This job description is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive list of all essential functions and duties performed by the occupant of this position. Factors such as regular and punctual attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function.
TITLE: Educational Diagnostician
WHO WE ARE:
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is a student-focused, innovative educational organization committed to academic excellence. Our mission is to empower and educate all students to think critically, creatively, and responsibly, to embrace diversity, and to pursue their dreams with a purpose. We are a family of excellent public schools in which every student has the opportunity to succeed and the power to create their own future.
Led by forward-thinking leadership and our commitment to prioritizing students, racial equity, and authentic engagement with our families, team members, and communities, our staff have diverse opportunities to develop their careers in a challenging but rewarding environment. We are an organization for people who are passionate about education and who are committed to the Indianapolis community.
SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY:
Diagnosticians participate in child find activities for students in the Indianapolis Public Schools. Administer and interpret various assessments, including but not limited to measures of academic achievement, developmental rating scales, adaptive rating scales, and complete systematic observations in all educational settings. Diagnosticians are expected to maintain records of any/all assessments and observations throughout the academic year and prepare and submit reports of these findings to the evaluating psychologist in a timely manner to maintain legal time limits for completing assessments.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The following outlines what your core duties and responsibilities will be for this position and provides a sample overview of what your day-to-day may look like.
Core Duties And Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments of adaptive and academic functioning adhering to the appropriate timelines
- Collaborate with teacher and other school personnel on methods to enhance student’s educational performance [e.g. assist with writing Individual Education Plans (IEP), conducting Functional behavior Assessments (FBA) and developing Behavior intervention Plans (BIP)]
- Complete systematic observations of students in the academic and social settings
- Interpret and write up the results of observations and testing and send to the school psychologist in a timely manner
- Gather educational records
- Performs any other duties as assigned
On a regular day, as a Diagnostician, you might:
- Conduct observations of students within the general education environment
- Conduct academic assessments
- Consult with a special education teacher to help strength an IEP or complete an FBA
As an ideal candidate for this role, you will be able to achieve the following:
- Demonstrates knowledge of applicable Federal and State special education law
- Maintain and submit accurate records while handling information in a private and confidential manner
- Ability to work on multiple projects with multiple staff across preschool – 12th grade
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
- Bachelor’s Degree and an active Indiana teaching license. Special Education Licensure preferred
- Minimum of five years teaching experience, preferably at least 1 year in Special Education.
- Possess a basic knowledge of special education laws and regulations and can follow developed procedures.
Exempt
ELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK:
Not eligible
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EEOC STATEMENT:
Indianapolis Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, will not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, homelessness or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Indianapolis Public Schools does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
DISCLAIMER:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the above representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This job description is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive list of all essential functions and duties performed by the occupant of this position. Factors such as regular and punctual attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function.
