2026-2027 Special Education Educational Diagnostician (2)

2026-2027 Special Education Educational Diagnostician (2)

JobID:

5421

Position Type:

Special Education/Educational Diagnostician Date Posted:

4/29/2026

Location:

Administration Offices:

Special Education Dept.

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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2026-2027 VACANCY Special Education Educational Diagnostician

JOB DESCRIPTION REPORTS TO

Executive Director for Special Education and Section 504 APPLICATION

DEADLINE

Until Filled

LENGTH OF WORK YEAR

197

DATE REVISED:

07/23/2020

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:

Exempt >

SALARY RANGE

$66,034 - $93,082 Minimum - Maximum

PAY GRADE

AP-04

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To access conducting legally compliant full and individual evaluations (FIEs), as well as monitoring and guiding the campus ARD process and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal rules and regulations, district policy and department operating guidelines and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Master's degree or higher Valid Texas teaching certificate

Educational Diagnostician Certification Experience:

Three years of successful teaching experience Educational Diagnostician experience preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Conduct full and individual evaluations (FIE) of students using the most research-based, best practice model(s) through such things as individualized testing, play-based assessment, team assessment, classroom observations, conferences with teachers & parents, and other evaluation instruments and methods necessary for a thorough evaluation of the 13 eligibility categories. Work collaboratively with colleagues and peers, related services providers, medical practitioners, and teachers to plan and align evaluation and ARD timeline/ due dates for compliance. Assist in appropriate planning and preparation of educational plans, including individualized recommendations for instructional techniques and strategies for students, by reporting and interpreting the FIE results, eligibility and educational implications/recommendations to the teacher(s), administrator, adult student and/or parents in advance of the ARD meeting. Serve as a required member of the Admissions, Review and Dismissal committee meetings for all REED, initial, reevaluation, and 30 day transfer ARDs. Collect and compile data obtained through the initial referral assessment process for students who are Limited English Proficient (LEP) for assessment team eligibility discussion and determination in advance of the FIE and ARD due dates. Monitor and ensure the progress report period updating of student IEP's (Individual Education Plan). Write a Full and Individual Evaluation which follows the legal framework, TEA guidelines & board policy for evaluation and eligibility determination. Provide inservice training for teachers and school personnel to include: confidentiality of records/ confidential student information, ARD process & procedures, documentation & timeline compliance, the ARD Decision Making Process for state assessment determinations (STAAR, TAKS, EOC, TELPAS, LAS, etc.). Maintain accurate and updated audit folders in order to comply with the Student Attendance Accounting Handbook requirements for auditable records.

ARD/ FIE

audit documents and PEIMS data entry forms must be completed and submitted to the special education office within 10 days of the ARD meeting date. Attend scheduled staff and in service meetings. Perform other duties as requested or assigned by the director of special education. Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others. Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise and guide the campus ARD process for compliance with state and federal rules and regulations, district policy and department operating guidelines and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E.

teachers:

automated external defibrillator (AED)]

Posture:

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Frequent walking

Lifting:

Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment:

Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

FOR INSTRUCTION OUTSIDE A TYPICAL CLASSROOM SETTING

(e.g. P.E. Teachers, Fine Arts Instructors, Shop Instructors, etc.) the following physical requirements must be addressed: Constant walking, standing, and movement to ensure safety and well-being of students in large open areas such as playgrounds, gyms, football fields, shop areas, etc. Physical activity, modeling, and directing instruction in front of large group setting of students in order to define/model expected and appropriate behaviors Lifting, carrying, or pulling of instructional equipment such as balls, instruments, cases, tools, etc. which are necessary to the instructional delivery of the lesson Exposure to various climate settings and temperatures relative to classroom instruction within/outside school building/facility The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I acknowledge I received a copy of this job description.

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