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Diagnostician JobID:
8244
Position Type:
Central Office Admin/Diagnostician Date Posted:
8/25/2026
Location:
Special Education Closing Date:
09/03/2026
JOB TITLE:
Diagnostician
DUTY DAYS
195/205
PAY GRADE:
A01
SALARY
SCHEDULE
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PRIMARY PURPOSE
To serve as a member of the multidisciplinary evaluation team to conduct evaluations to determine eligibility for special education services; conduct and facilitate ARD meetings in accordance with federal and state procedures and regulations
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:
Certified by SBEC as an
Educational Diagnostician Special Knowledge/ Skills/Experience:
Knowledge, practice, and interpretation of common assessment tools used in the determination of special education disability conditions. Knowledge and practice in the areas of academic instruction and strategies, data-based decision making, and legal, ethical, and professional practices. At least one year experience or practicum in a school setting, preferred.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Conduct Full Individual Evaluations as part of the multidisciplinary evaluation team to identify students who may be eligible for special education services
Utilize the District Special Education Software IEP program to keep accurate ARD information on all special education students
Work collaboratively with campus administration and teacher of record to ensure State Assessment requirements are fulfilled and current State Assessment information is available for appropriate personnel
Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop the IEP through the ARD committee process for each student assigned
Facilitate and conduct the ARD committee meetings on a regular basis using the District Special Education Software IEP program
Monitor implementation of the IEP/ARD and support service recommendations
Assist special education teachers in developing appropriate IEPs for their students
Collaborate with Intervention Assistance Teams (IAT) Chair as appropriate
Collaborate, assist, and coordinate:
Implementation of effective instructional strategies and modifications
Appropriate instructional strategies/activities
Use of learning strategies, materials, and equipment
With regular education classroom teacher to modify regular curriculum or differentiate instruction
Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students
Establish and maintain professional communication with parents, students, principals, teachers, team leaders and supervisor
Provide ongoing information to parents regarding Transition services
Maintain a professional relationships with supervisor, team leaders, colleagues, students, parents, and community members
Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required
Participation in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
Maintain understanding of and comply with federal, state, district, department and school procedures, regulations, and policies for the special education process
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Special Education or their designee
WORKING CONDITIONS
Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; coordinate campus support functions
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; steady phone interactions; moderate standing, walking, and bending; occasional district-wide travel Email To A Friend
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