Interim Secondary Special Education Evaluator

Waltham High School; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Waltham Public Schools is seeking a Interim Special Education Tester for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role involves conducting comprehensive academic achievement assessments for students in grades 6–12 and writing legally defensible evaluation reports to inform eligibility decisions under IDEA and 603 CMR 28.00.

Responsibilities include administering standardized tests (WIAT, WJ-IV, KeyMath), coordinating with the Evaluation Team Leader, and collaborating with IEP teams while ensuring

Qualifications

• Massachusetts licensure in Special Education or related field with endorsement.
• Proficiency in administering and interpreting a broad battery of academic achievement assessments.
• Strong written communication and ability to produce legally defensible evaluation reports.

Responsibilities

• Administer, score, and interpret standardized academic achievement assessments for initial evaluations and triennial reevaluations.
• Write clear, comprehensive evaluation reports reflecting strengths, needs, and educational implications.
• Coordinate timelines with Evaluation Team Leader and ensure cohesive reports meeting procedural requirements.
• Ensure evaluation timelines comply with state and federal requirements.
• Collaborate with school teams to share findings and support IEP development.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with DESE requirements.

Skills

Assessment administration

Report writing

Collaboration with teams

Education

MA licensure in Special Education or related field

Job description

Waltham Public Schools is seeking a Interim Special Education Tester for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role involves conducting comprehensive academic achievement assessments for students in grades 6–12 and writing legally defensible evaluation reports to inform eligibility decisions under IDEA and 603 CMR 28.00.

Responsibilities include administering standardized tests (WIAT, WJ-IV, KeyMath), coordinating with the Evaluation Team Leader, and collaborating with IEP teams while ensuring