Primary Purpose:

To assist Alief ISD schools in the referral, coordination, and monitoring process for students referred to special education or to assist Alief ISD schools in the development of appropriate educational programs for students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Certified by the Texas Education Agency as an Educational Diagnostician

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of federal and state special education rules and regulations including special education disability categories and impact educationally
Knowledge of specially designed instruction & cross-battery evaluation practices
Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies in learning
Ability to coordinate, manage and collaborate with staff in accordance with duties
Effective communication, human relations and leadership skills
Proficient in use of digital tools including Google Suite, Microsoft 365 ARD/IEP Software and Learning Platform Management Systems
Bilingual preferred

Experience:

Diagnostician - Three (3) years teaching experience, special education preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management for Both

Manage campus special education caseloads (coordinate meetings and manage processes for students referred to special education).
Conduct Full Individual Evaluation assessments for students referred to special education (initiate, coordinate, collaborate, monitor progress on and complete evaluations within appropriate timelines).
Review all Existing Evaluation Data to make appropriate determinations for the need for additional assessment.
Review assessment results received from other school districts/outside sources to assure that all requirements/Texas Education Agency criteria are met.
Adhere to mandatory timelines and compliance for program management.
Assist with and/or conduct parent conferences for the purpose of reviewing and interpreting assessment results in a timely and appropriate manner to ensure parent meaningful participation in the ARD process.
Provide teacher/staff consultation related to assessment results and educational planning of students evaluated.
Participate in Case Review Committees as prescribed.
Administer and interpret intelligence and achievement measures and conduct full individual evaluations for educational purposes.
Assist in the preparation of appropriate individual educational plans (IEPs) for students in special education.
Attend and participate in professional development meetings.
Update skills as needed and directed.
Prepare, Facilitate and Lead ARD Committee meetings, REED Meetings, or other meetings which involve special education assessment related needs of children.
Know prevention and intervention strategies in learning.

Other

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

You may be asked to provide mentorship and/or supervision, if appropriate.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Diagnostician Personnel

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; 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.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

205 Days

Salary Range: Min-$66,795 Mid-$79,769 Max-$92,742 (Based on previous experience)

2024-2025 Salary Schedule

$500 Masters

$4500 for Bilingual Stipend if applicable to assignment

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