Primary Purpose

Coordinate and implement the special education referral and evaluation process.

Qualifications

Education/Certification/Licensure

Master’s degree in educational assessment

Valid Texas teaching and educational diagnostician certificates preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ experience providing diagnostic services in an educational setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Conduct assessment of cognitive processing, adaptive behavior, academic and educational functioning of students, according to federal, state and district guidelines.
2. Collect and analyze the data pertaining to sociological variables for students.
3. Provide consultation to teachers, parents, other support personnel, and community agencies for individual education plan development and strategies of learning.
4. Participate in ARD meetings to assist with appropriate placement and development of IEP.
5. Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
6. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
7. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
8. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
9. Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
10. Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
11. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
12. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
13. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
14. Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
15. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
16. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
17. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions       

Mental Demands

Effective verbal and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Moderate walking, standing, stooping, bending, and lifting; regular district-wide travel to multiple locations.

Terms: 192 days or as assigned