Educational Diagnostician

Young World Physical Education; Fort Stockton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Fort Stockton, Texas is seeking an Educational Diagnostician to assess educational needs and collaborate with instructional staff for students with disabilities.

The ideal candidate must hold a master’s degree in educational assessment and relevant Texas certifications, alongside three years of special education teaching experience.

This position involves developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and consulting with teachers and parents to enhance student learning.

Qualifications

• Three years of teaching experience in a special education setting.
• Knowledge of diagnostic procedures and education of special education students.
• Ability to interpret data and maintain emotional control under stress.

Responsibilities

• Select and administer formal and informal assessments.
• Assist classroom teachers with IEP implementation.
• Maintain reports and records while complying with regulations.

Skills

Educational assessment knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data interpretation

Education

Master’s degree in educational assessment

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Educational Diagnostician

Primary Purpose

Assess the educational, learning styles, and program needs of students referred to special education services. Work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate instructional programs for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in educational assessment
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate
• Three years of teaching experience in a special education setting
• Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Assessment: select and administer formal and informal assessments, compile comprehensive student information, present findings to the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee, and develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Consultation: assist classroom teachers with IEP implementation, provide staff development training, and consult parents and administration to enhance their work with students.
• Program Management: select assessment materials, evaluate and refine the assessment program, maintain reports and records, comply with federal, state, and local policies, and engage in professional development.
• Other: follow district safety protocols, maintain positive relationships with supervisors and colleagues, and communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Supervisory responsibilities: None.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Tools and equipment: personal computer, peripherals, and other instructional equipment.
• Posture: prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: frequent walking.
• Lifting: may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more), positioning of students with physical disabilities, maintaining control through physical restraint, assisting non‑ambulatory students, and moving adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours.
• Environment: exposure to biological hazards; may require district‑wide travel.
• Mental demands: maintain emotional control under stress.