Diagnostician Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (Remote Hybrid Option)

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• Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (Remote Hybrid Option)

JobID:

2063

Position Type:

Professional•

Licensed/Skilled/ Diagnostician Date Posted:

6/27/2025

Location:

Student Support Center Professional Compensation Plan $64,072

• $76,367 per/

Year Shift Type:

Full-Time Wage/Hour Status:

Exempt Reports To:

Executive Director

• Special Education

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS

2026-2027 School Year

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To provide comprehensive diagnostic services to support the individual needs of students with disabilities, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH), across 12 partner districts. The diagnostician will assess students referred to special education, participate in ARD processes, and collaborate with staff and families to develop appropriate educational programming.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Master's Degree Educational Diagnostician Certification Valid Texas Teaching Certificate Teaching Certification in Deaf and Hard of Hearing (preferred)

Bilingual Educational Diagnosticians:

Oral proficiency in Spanish (TOPT � Spanish) preferred

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

Knowledge of special education law, policies, and diagnostic procedures Understanding of the unique needs of DHH students, including assessment of communication modality and language development Ability to assess students with multiple disabilities, including DeafBlind Familiarity with signed English systems and American Sign Language (ASL) Knowledge of 2nd language acquisition, cultural and linguistic considerations in testing Excellent verbal, written, public relations, and interpersonal communication skills Knowledge of MISD and RDSPD policies and procedures

Bilingual Educational Diagnosticians:

Knowledge of test instruments in languages other than English and ability to distinguish language difference vs. learning disability

EXPERIENCE

Experience selecting and administering appropriate evaluations for DHH students

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Travel between 12 partnering districts to conduct assessments and support ARD meetings Collaborate with campus referral chairs, special education teams, and administrators to ensure timely evaluations Conduct Full and Individual Evaluations (FIEs), including communication assessments for DHH students Serve as a team member in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) and Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings Assist in determining the primary language or mode of communication for DHH students Interpret evaluation results to parents and staff and support the development of IEPs Ensure evaluation tools are appropriately selected and administered based on students' communication needs Maintain up-to-date knowledge of state and federal regulations related to special education and DHH programming Facilitate communication and documentation exchange with outside agencies and medical professionals Maintain strict confidentiality with student and staff information Participate in professional development related to evaluation practices and DHH education Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Special Education or designee

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands:

Handle multiple tasks under time constraints Maintain professionalism and composure under pressure Physical demands/environmental factors: Extensive travel between campuses and partner districts (up to 12 districts) Transport and lift evaluation materials Prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and driving Occasional irregular hours The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 3/9/2026 7:45:57 AM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions

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