Educational Diagnostician & Student Assessment Specialist

Madison City Schools; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison City Schools in Madison, Alabama seeks a Psychometrist to evaluate students for eligibility for special education, collaborate with IEP teams, and provide data to support IEP development and amendments.

The role requires a B.S. degree, state certification in school psychometry, strong testing and reporting skills, and the ability to work with families, educators, and related agencies.

Qualifications

• Strong skill in conveying test results clearly to parents and administrators.
• Comprehensive understanding of evaluation principles used in eligibility determinations.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, families and outside agencies.

Responsibilities

• Administers intelligence, achievement, and perceptual/motor tests to students.
• Interprets test results and makes recommendations for placement in special education.
• Explains findings to parents and counsels on support strategies and resources.
• Consults with teachers, administrators, and other professionals on findings.
• Maintains complete test reports and supports ongoing professional growth.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Evaluation program knowledge

Use of evaluation instruments

Interpersonal relationships

Knowledge of rules/regulations

Stability & reliability

Education

Bachelor of Science in instructional field

Alabama teaching certification in School Psychometry

Job description

Madison City Schools in Madison, Alabama seeks a Psychometrist to evaluate students for eligibility for special education, collaborate with IEP teams, and provide data to support IEP development and amendments.

The role requires a B.S. degree, state certification in school psychometry, strong testing and reporting skills, and the ability to work with families, educators, and related agencies.