Special Education Diagnostician

Kermit Independent School District; Kermit (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kermit Independent School District is seeking a Diagnostician in the Special Education department to assess students referred to services and collaborate with teachers to design suitable instructional programs for students with disabilities. This is an Exempt/Professional, full-time position reporting to the Director of Special Education, with an immediate starting date.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in educational assessment, Texas certification, and a diagnostician credential, with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in educational assessment.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate.
• Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate.
• Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Two years teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine eligibility for special education services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.
• Compile and evaluate comprehensive student information including classroom observations; personal interviews with the student, teachers, parents and others; and relevant assessment data from student’s cumulative folder. Consult with parents and teacher concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.
• Present staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identifying and understanding students with disabilities.
• Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment program and make changes based on findings.
• Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Educational assessment

Interpersonal skills

Data interpretation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in educational assessment

Texas teaching certificate

Texas educational diagnostician certificate

Knowledge of diagnostic procedures and learning theories

Tools

Assessment materials knowledge

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Diagnostician

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Date Revised:

Dept./School: Special Education

Primary Purpose:

Assess the educational, learning styles, and program needs of students referred to special education services. Work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate instructional programs for students with disabilities.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in educational assessment
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate
• Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Two years teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assessment

• Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.
• Compile and evaluate comprehensive student information including classroom observations; personal interviews with the student, teachers(s), parents and others; and relevant assessment data from student’s cumulative folder. Consult with parents and teacher concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.

Consultation

• Present staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identifying and understanding students with disabilities.
• Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP.

Program Management

• Participate in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment program and make changes based on findings.
• Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours
• Environment: Exposure to biological hazards; may require districtwide travel
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Special Education Diagnostician

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This job is also posted in Kermit Independent School District , and Region 18 Education Service Center Consortium

Job Details

Job ID: 5985524

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Gayla Brown , Special Education Director
• Kermit ISD Administrative Offices
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]