Educational Diagnostician

Job Summary
Diagnostician to cover our Mansfield Elementary and Arlington Secondary Campuses. $5,000.00 Sign on Bonus - Apply Now!

Implement the special education assessment process. Evaluate 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 educational assessment preferred

• Valid Texas teaching certificate

• Valid Texas educational PK-12 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:

• Two years teaching experience preferred

• Special Ed Teaching Experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Be a role model; uphold school vision of nurture, character, discipline, and academic excellence.

• Receive student referrals and implement the evaluation process.

• Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.

• Collect and organize relevant assessment data from student's cumulative folder, classroom teachers(s), principal, support staff, parents, and outside agencies when applicable.

• Conduct classroom observation and personal interviews.

• Participate in the Admission and Review Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for students according to district procedures.

• Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.

• Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP.

• Consult with parents concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.

• Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students.

• Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.

• Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.

• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment program and make changes based on findings.

• Compile, maintain, and file all paper and electronic reports, records, and other documents required.

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the areas of evaluation, placement, and planning for special education services.

• Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.

• Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.

• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.

• Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.

• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Working Conditions/Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular district wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned; moderate lifting and carrying.

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

We invite qualified candidates who are committed to making a difference in the lives of their students to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Valid TX teaching certifications (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Arlington, TX 76013 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Arlington, TX 76013: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $40