TJJD - Teacher - Educ Diagnostician (MCL)
About the role
We are committed to transforming lives and building safer communities by working collaboratively, communicating openly, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our team models accountability, transparency, and respect, taking proactive steps to ensure the physical and emotional safety of youth, staff, and the community. We strive for excellence through continuous growth, thoughtful decision making, and mission driven collaboration, supporting one another while embracing challenges that lead to meaningful, long-term impact.
Responsibilities
- Administers diagnostic (academic and non-academic) assessment instruments and accurately scores and interprets results. (15%)
- Communicates with public schools about incoming and outgoing special education students. (5%)
- Responsible for compliance with special education regulations and in training school personnel in regard to these regulations. (15%)
- Completes and maintains necessary records for submission to TEA and TJJD. (15%)
- Coordinates special education programs with all school programs. (5%)
- Assists campus Principals with in-service training of staff, particularly in relation to special education and student assessment. (10%)
- Assists teachers in reviewing IEPs (individual education plan) each grading period. (15%)
- Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
- Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures: Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible. Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.
Qualifications
Masters degree from an accredited college or university. And Valid Texas Certification as an Educational Diagnostician or Licensure as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP). Or Enrollment in an Educational Diagnostician or Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) program in an accredited college or university.