Educational Evaluator

Perkins; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 55,523 - 96,029; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with employer match

Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day one

Paid Time Off

Job summary

An international NGO located in Watertown is seeking an Educational Evaluator to conduct comprehensive evaluations for students with disabilities. The role involves collaboration with educational staff to create effective IEP goals and offering direct instruction when needed. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Special Education or related fields, and experience in student evaluations. A competitive salary range of $55,523.60-$96,029.42 is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package including insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Experience in student evaluations and standardized assessments.
• Background in literacy instruction.
• Experience working with students who have complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct educational evaluations using assessment tools.
• Collaborate with educational staff to develop IEP goals.
• Attend IEP meetings to present findings.
• Provide direct instruction to students as needed.

Skills

Educational evaluations

Collaboration with educational staff

Organizational skills

Writing evaluation reports

Education

Master’s degree in Special Education or related fields

Job description

Perkins helps children with disabilities find their place in the world. An international NGO, we are committed to delivering best-in-class education to children, providing immersive training and support to professionals and families, advocating for inclusion, and accelerating innovation for people with disabilities. At Perkins, we think courageously, act collaboratively, and we own our work. Join a supportive community committed to growth where your work makes a difference.

What you can expect as our Educational Evaluator :

As our Educational Evaluator, you are responsible for completing educational evaluations for students at their three-year reevaluation timelines. This role works primarily across the entire Secondary Program and serves students with a wide range of disabilities, including students with complex and multiple disabilities.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations include the following:

• Conduct educational evaluations using appropriate, adapted, and/or modified standardized and informal assessment tools, including observations across multiple environments and interviews with teachers and team members.
• When appropriate, complete or contribute to Functional Vision Assessments (FVA) and Learning Media Assessments (LMA)
• Work with students across all disability profiles, including those with visual impairments and complex learning, communication, and access needs
• Collaborate closely with educational staff to review assessment results and support the development of appropriate, meaningful IEP goals
• Write clear, comprehensive evaluation reports and share findings with teachers, families, and school districts in a timely and professional manner
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings to present evaluation findings, explain recommendations, and answer questions from families and districts
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple evaluation timelines, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate documentation
• Provide direct instruction to students as needed to support a students academic and IEP goals
• Flexibility to float across programs as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

Master’s degree in Special Education, or Teacher of Students with Vision Impairments, and/or other related fields. Preference may be given to candidates with experience in student evaluations, standardized assessments, experience working with students who have complex needs, and have a background in literacy instruction and/or being a teacher of the visually impaired .

The following shared salary range is what Perkins reasonably expects, in good faith, to pay for the position. The applicable range could differ based on experience and qualification.

$55,523.60-$96,029.42

Perkins offers a comprehensive benefits package for part time and full time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Wellness programs available.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day one
• Paid Time Off
• Extras: Employee Recognition Programs, EAP, legal services, referral bonuses, credit union access, pre-tax MBTA passes and more!

Perkins is a mission-driven community that supports your well-being at work and beyond. We are located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.