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Educational Diagnostician General Applicant Pool - Houston

IDEA Public Schools · Greater Houston · 3 mo ago
Education$79k–$92k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Educational Diagnostician supports the special education teachers in developing appropriate IEP academic, behavioral, and social goals. They meet 100% compliance in Annual ARDs and ensure all paperwork is submitted in a timely manner. They work in conjunction with Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and other related and instructional service personnel to ensure completion of all ARD paperwork in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

  • Supports the special education teachers in developing appropriate IEP academic, behavioral, and social goals.
  • Meet 100% compliance in Annual ARDs and ensure all paperwork is submitted in a timely manner.
  • Works in conjunction with Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and other related and instructional service personnel to ensure completion of all ARD paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Fulfills critical student instruction groups and executes instruction with fidelity at campuses.
  • Supports 504 campus coordinators with manifestation determinations, 504 meeting requirements, 504 eligibility determination, Homebound, and Manifestation Determination.
  • Conducts dyslexia evaluations for 504 students.
  • Guides campuses in tracking and documenting academic and behavioral interventions in TIER I, TIER II, and TIER III.
  • Conducts full and individual evaluations for all non-Speech only students, non-Autism, and non-Emergency Disturbance students who are referred for 1 or more eligibility categories (out of 13 eligibility categories).
  • Adheres to most up to date evaluation tools and standards as stipulated in the American Psychological Association Testing Standards.
  • Conducts evaluations as needed for student College Board accommodations.
  • Helps the campus conduct a Functional Behavioral Assessment. Ensures that campuses are employing a problem-solving model for students in TIER II and TIER III.
  • Guides the campus in how to track and document academic and behavioral interventions.
  • Aids the campus in completing Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans in Response to Intervention.
  • Provides guidance on academic and behavioral interventions in TIER II and TIER III.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Special Education or Education from accredited college or university.
  • Texas Educational Diagnostician Certificate REQUIRED.
  • At least 3 years experience as a campus Educational Diagnostician preferred.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
  • Must be able to climb ladders or scaffolding, or climb and work in overhead areas.
  • Must be able to work in a confined space or to crawl or move about on hands and knees.
  • Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 20 pounds (regularly/occasionally).
  • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, running and climbing stairs.
  • Must be able to lift and carry small children up to 40 pounds in case of emergency.
  • Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including in times of excessive heat or cold.

Skills

  • Knowledge and skill in assessment, eligibility for Special Education, academic and behavioral interventions, state and federal legal frameworks for Special Education, and ensures compliance with Special Education legislation.
  • Knowledgeable in problem-solving models for students in TIER II and TIER III.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and other related and instructional service personnel.
  • Ability to conduct evaluations and provide guidance on academic and behavioral interventions.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits: Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $78,900 and $92,000, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment. Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

Pay

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $78,900 and $92,000, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity.

Schedule

This is a full-time on-site position located in Houston. Preference will be given to candidates who live in the region, or who are willing to relocate.

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