GC - SPECIAL EDUCATION DIAGNOSTICIAN

NAVASOTA ISD
Grimes County Special Education Cooperative

Job Title	Diagnostician Exemption Status/Test
Reports to	Director of Special Education Date Revised
Dept./School	Special Education

Primary Purpose:
Assess the educational, learning styles, and program needs of students referred to special education
services. Work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate
instructional programs for students with disabilities.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree in educational assessment
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development,
and learning theories
Ability to interpret data
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Two years teaching experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Assessment
1. Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special
education services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.
2. Compile and evaluate comprehensive student information including classroom observations; personal
interviews with the student, teachers(s), parents and others; and relevant assessment data from
student’s cumulative folder. Consult with parents and teacher concerning the educational needs of
students and interpretation of assessment data.
3. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of
assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for
students according to district procedures.
Consultation
4. Present staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identifying and
understanding students with disabilities.

5. Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP.
Program Management
6. Participate in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
7. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment program and make changes based
on findings.
8. Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and other documents required.
9. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local
board policy. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
Other
10. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical
disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move
adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards; may require districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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