Educational Diagnostician

Job Title: Diagnostician
Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional. Pay Scale APP3
Reports to: Director of Special Education
Dept./School: Special Education

Primary Purpose:

Implement TEA policies and procedures in the child centered process to conduct full individual evaluations within timelines to diagnose students who need special education services and identify areas of strengths and weaknesses. 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 from an accredited institution. • Valid Texas teaching certificate. • Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate. • Two years of classroom teaching experience.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrates ability to work effectively and harmoniously with administrators, teachers, and other staff members. • Good organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Possess technical skills necessary to perform essential job requirements. • Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories. • Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned. • Possess understanding of second language acquisition.

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