What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostician position at Tuloso-Midway ISD?
Job Title: Educational Diagnostician
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Special Education
Date Revised: 08/2023
Department: Special Education
Primary Purpose:
Implement the special education assessment 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 educational assessment
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, computer, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Two years teaching experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Assessment
- Receive student referrals and implement the assessment and 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, related-service personnel, and other sources as needed. Participate in the Response to Intervention (RTI) process.
- Conduct classroom observations and teacher and parent interviews for assessment purposes.
- Conduct Full and Individual Evaluations (FIE), eligibility reports, and all required assessments within state and federal guidelines.
- Explain assessment results and provide instructional recommendations for teachers and administrators.
- Collaborate with other assessment personnel to determine eligibility and implement special-education services.
- Assist the campus administrators in facilitating the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee. Provide interpretation of assessment data for proper placement and development of appropriate Individual Education Plans (IEPs) according to district procedures and applicable state and federal law.
- Assure that all assessment requirements are within state and federal guidelines. Report any discrepancies to the campus administrator and the special-education director.
Consultation
- Schedule and send out notices for all ARD Committee meetings with parents, administrators, teachers, support staff, and outside agencies.
- Schedule and send notices for staffing with parents, administrators, teachers, support staff, and outside agencies.
- Provide staff development training to assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities, IEP development, ARD procedures, assessment, and special-education related issues.
- Assist classroom teachers and other school personnel in understanding and implementing the IEP including enactment of Behavior Implementation Plans (BIPs).
- Consult 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 receiving special-education services.
- Participate in home visits to facilitate ARD meetings and communication with students and parents.
- Participate in and provide input into transition planning for students.
- Conduct meetings with special-education staff and provide the minutes to the campus administrator and Special Education Director.
- Assist the campus administrators in researching concerns or complaints involving special education.
- Assist the campus administrators with recruitment, interview, selection, and assignment of special-education staff.
Program Management
- 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 computerized reports, records, and other documents required. Maintain the security and confidentiality of all physical reports, records, and other documents while in your custody.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the areas of assessment, placement, and planning for special-education services.
- Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
- Remain apprised of the latest research, data, procedures, laws, and policies to maintain expertise in the assessment field. Participate in professional development activities to improve skills, knowledge, and proficiency of job-related duties. This may include travel outside of the district.
- Assists in regular file reviews to ensure compliancy including verifying the presence of documents.
Communication
- Maintain a positive and effective relationship with staff and supervisors.
- Effectively communicate with district staff, students, parents, related-services personnel, and outside agencies.
Other
- Assist other campus diagnosticians as needed.
- Demonstrate punctuality, good attendance, and work ethic for all duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations. Moderate lifting and carrying may be required in the performance of duties. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
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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.
Remote work 1.5 days a week starting 2025-2026 school year
