Educational Diagnostician: Shape IEPs & Assessments

WHARTON ISD; Wharton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WHARTON ISD is seeking an Educational diagnostician to administer and coordinate the district's special education assessment process. You will evaluate educational needs, learning styles, and program requirements for students referred to special education services.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaborating with ARD teams to interpret data, and helping develop Individual Education Programs (IEPs) that align with district procedures and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in educational assessment required.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate required.
• Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate required.
• Two years teaching experience, preferably in Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Receive student referrals and implement the assessment and evaluation process within state timelines.
• Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine eligibility for special education services.
• Coordinate and participate in the ARD Committee to interpret assessment data, placement, and IEP development.
• Assist staff and parents in understanding assessment data and interpretation of results.
• Maintain and file all reports and comply with district procedures and state regulations.

Skills

Diagnostic procedures

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Special Education experience

Education

Master's degree in educational assessment

Texas teaching certificate

Texas educational diagnostician certificate

Job description

WHARTON ISD is seeking an Educational diagnostician to administer and coordinate the district's special education assessment process. You will evaluate educational needs, learning styles, and program requirements for students referred to special education services.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaborating with ARD teams to interpret data, and helping develop Individual Education Programs (IEPs) that align with district procedures and state regulations.