Educational Based Diagnostician (EBD) - Sugar Land, TX - Onsite or Hybrid

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC; Sugar Land (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Clinical support network

Professional growth

SPARK mentorship

Placement flexibility

Referral incentives

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC seeks an Educational Based Diagnostician (monolingual or bilingual) for a school-based role in Sugar Land, TX for the 26/27 school year. This is a full-time, onsite or hybrid position supporting a local school district and is ideal for credentialed School Psychologists who want to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Join a team built by School Psychologists, with clinical leadership, real support, and a career infrastructure designed

Qualifications

• Graduate from an EBD program.
• Current TX TEA license for Educational Based Diagnostician.
• 1–2 years diagnostician experience preferred.
• Experience with testing, reports, and attending ARDs.
• XBASS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret standardized assessments evaluating cognitive ability, academic achievement, and social-emotional development.
• Write detailed evaluation reports and present findings at ARD/IEP meetings (attend ARDs, not facilitate).
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to develop and support individualized education plans.
• Ensure all evaluations comply with state and federal special education law (IDEA) and TEA guidelines.

Skills

XBASS

Testing & reports

ARD participation

Bilingual capability

Education

EBD program graduate

TX TEA licensure

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a dedicated Educational Based Diagnostician (monolingual or bilingual) for a school-based role in Sugar Land, TX for the 26/27 school year. This is a full-time, fully onsite or hybrid position supporting a local school district and is ideal for credentialed School Psychologists who are passionate about helping students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Unlike traditional district hiring, working with The Stepping Stones Group means you're backed by a team built by School Psychologists, for School Psychologists - with clinical leadership, real support, and a career infrastructure designed around your profession.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate from an EBD program
• Current license as an Educational Based Diagnostician in TX through TEA
• 1-2 years of diagnostician experience in a school setting is preferred
• Must be experienced with testing, writing reports, and attending ARDs
• Experience with XBASS is highly preferred
• Must be available to work either fully onsite OR 4 days onsite and one day remote.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Administer and interpret standardized assessments evaluating cognitive ability, academic achievement, and social-emotional development
• Write detailed evaluation reports and present findings at ARD/IEP meetings (attend ARDs, not facilitate)
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to develop and support individualized education plans
• Ensure all evaluations comply with state and federal special education law (IDEA) and TEA guidelines

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US

At The Stepping Stones Group, we know that great outcomes start with supported clinicians. Here's what that looks like:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Market-aligned compensation with a spread pay plan for year-round income, plus health insurance, 401(k), and wellness stipends
• Dedicated Clinical Support Network: Ongoing collaboration, consultation, and advocacy from experienced School Psychologists
• Professional Growth: Professional development allowance, complimentary NASP-approved CEUs, and access to 220+ on-demand courses
• SPARK Mentorship Program: Support for early-career School Psychologists to build confidence and sharpen skills
• Placement Flexibility: Opportunities nationwide aligned to your level, setting, and location preferences
• Referral Incentives: Earn up to $1,000 for referring qualified colleagues

COMPENSATION: $51-$56/hour

* W-2 Contract * Sugar Land, TX