Diagnostican - Edcouch-Elsa ISD (TX) : Job Details

Position Type:

Special Education/Diagnostician

Date Posted:

10/31/2024

Location:

Special Education Department

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Job Title: Diagnostician

Exemption Status: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Pay Grade: 05

Works with: Students/Staff/Parents

Days: 197

Dept./School: Special Education Department

Date Revised: 6.19.2023

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:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree in educational assessment

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students,

human development, and learning theories

Ability to interpret data

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Two years teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assessment

* Receive student referrals and implement the assessment and evaluation process.

* Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.

* Collect and organize relevant assessment data from student's cumulative folder, classroom teachers(s), principal, support staff, parents, and outside resource people.

* Conduct classroom observation and personal interviews.

* 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

* Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.

* Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP.

* Consult parents concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.

* Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students.

Program Management

* Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.

* Assist 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 all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

* Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the areas of assessment, placement, and planning for special education services.

* Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.

* Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.

Communication

* Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.

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* Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

* All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

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 no ambulatory 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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.