Diagnostician
Company: Brooks County Independent School District
Location: Texas City
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
Position Type: Student Support Services Date Posted: 6/9/2021
Location: Brooks County ISD 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 Select and administer
formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility
for special education services according to federal and Texas
Education Agency regulations. 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. 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 Present staff
development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel
in identifying and understanding students with disabilities. Assist
classroom teachers with implementation of IEP. Program Management
Participate in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment
program and make changes based on findings. Compile, maintain, and
file reports, records, and other documents required. 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. 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
Keywords: Brooks County Independent School District, Texas City , Diagnostician, Other , Texas City, Texas
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