Educational Diagnostician - Short-Term 190-Day Contract

Rio Rancho Public Schools; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Rio Rancho Public Schools is seeking an Educational Diagnostician for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves evaluating students, participating in MDT/IEP processes, and collaborating with families and staff.

This is a 190-day contract under the RRPS Special Services Department in Rio Rancho, NM. Starting immediately, qualification requires a Master’s degree and an active New Mexico license for Educational Diagnostician.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Current New Mexico Department of Education license appropriate to Educational Diagnostician.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual educational evaluations for students referred through the MDT.
• Utilizes a variety of instruments to assess educational and intellectual factors influencing learning.
• Schedules time to provide adequate service and writes reports for educational placement and instructional strategies.
• Serves as a member of the IEP committee as needed.
• Consults with parents to gather data and interpret results for placement and instructional decisions.
• Maintains open communication with students, parents, staff, and administration.
• Maintains accurate, complete records as required.
• Maintains assessment materials and supplies provided by the District.

Skills

Organizational skills

Planning abilities

Written communication

Oral communication

Professionalism & confidentiality

Collaboration with staff/parents

Education

Master’s degree

NM licensure for Educational Diagnostician

Job description

Rio Rancho Public Schools is seeking an Educational Diagnostician for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves evaluating students, participating in MDT/IEP processes, and collaborating with families and staff.

This is a 190-day contract under the RRPS Special Services Department in Rio Rancho, NM. Starting immediately, qualification requires a Master’s degree and an active New Mexico license for Educational Diagnostician.