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$79k–$92k/yr
Full-time
postgraduate degree, professional certificate
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Parenting Benefits
Posted 56d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Educational Diagnostician provides guidance on compliant IEPs and ARD documentation while conducting multidisciplinary evaluations for students. They support campuses with academic and behavioral interventions, including FBAs and BIPs, to maximize student outcomes.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in Special Education or Education and a mandatory Texas Educational Diagnostician Certificate. Preference is given to candidates with at least 3 years of experience as a campus Educational Diagnostician.
Full job description
Educational Diagnostician
Role Mission:
IDEA Public Schools works to ensure the success of all students and to address any barriers which may impact students from achieving incredible academic and social outcomes. The Educational Diagnostician works with the Special Programs team, regional leaders, campus leaders, parents, and Special Education and General Education teachers in an effort to maximize student outcomes. The IDEA Educational Diagnostician demonstrates 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. The Educational Diagnostician is a key partner in ensuring support of students and parents by helping problem solving interventions with students, who may be struggling both academically and behaviorally.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Location:
This is a full-time position located in the Permian Basin. Preference will be given to candidates who live in the region, or who are willing to relocate.
Travel Expectations:
The Educational Diagnostician may be expected to travel between assigned campuses
What You’ll Do – Accountabilities
Essential Duties:
Provide guidance and oversight to special education teachers and multidisciplinary teams in drafting, finalizing, and implementing compliant IEPs and ARD documentation, ensuring instructional alignment and high-quality academic, behavioral, and social programming, with 100% compliance for Initial, Annual, and Reevaluation timelines.
Collaborate with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and related service providers (VI, O&M, DHH, APE, PT) to ensure timely completion of ARD paperwork, delivery of services as written, and adherence to proper record-keeping procedures.
Conduct multidisciplinary Full and Individual Evaluations (excluding Speech-only, Autism, and Emotional Disability), reevaluations, and College Board accommodation evaluations, adhering to current professional testing standards and best practices.
Support campuses in Tier I–III problem-solving by guiding academic and behavioral interventions, ensuring accurate tracking and documentation, supporting Critical Student Instruction groups, and conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
Support CPI implementation and campus de-escalation planning, guiding behavioral intervention strategies for students experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges.
Ensure evaluation and ARD documentation is completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner to meet district compliance expectations.
Support campuses with Section 504 processes including eligibility determinations, meetings, Manifestation Determinations, Homebound services, and intervention planning.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
·Knowledge of procedures for assessing academic achievement and cognitive functioning for educational purposes, including cross-battery evaluation practices.
·Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions
·Knowledge of psycho-social development
·Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students
·Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
·Ability to manage multiple requests, deadlines, and priorities
Knowledge and Skills – Competencies
Make Strategic Decisions: This team member makes informed decisions by gathering reliable information, asking clarifying questions, and evaluating multiple options. They thoughtfully align their choices with team objectives, current responsibilities, and the broader mission of the organization.
Manage Work and Teams: This team member sets clear, measurable goals and regularly reflects on progress, adjusting actions as needed. They prioritize work aligned with their goals using a task management system and consistently meet deadlines through effective time management.
Grow Self and Others: This team member demonstrates self-awareness by actively seeking and thoughtfully responding to feedback with curiosity and a growth mindset. They identify development areas, implement feedback when appropriate, and pursue opportunities to build their knowledge and skills.
Build a Culture of Trust: This team member consistently demonstrates self-awareness and emotional intelligence, fostering psychological safety and trust within the team. They build respectful, reliable relationships and engage in direct, compassionate feedback, supporting a culture of honesty and mutual respect.
Communicate Deliberately: This team member communicates clearly and professionally, delivering concise messages tailored to their audience. They actively listen, engage in dialogue by asking and clarifying questions, and follow up to ensure shared understanding in both individual and group settings.
Additional Skills:
Required Education and Experience:
·Master’s degree in Special Education or Education from accredited college or university
·At least 3 years experience as a campus Educational Diagnostician preferred
Preferred Education and Experience:
Physical Requirements:
·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
What We Offer:
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/.
* IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.
Application process:
Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Learn more about IDEA
At IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values
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IDEA Public Schools believes that each child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to a network of tuition-free, K-12 public charter schools in the United States. Currently, the network serves nearly 88,000 college-bound students in 145 schools across Texas and its affiliates. IDEA has been recognized in national rankings for The Washington Post, The U.S. Department of Education’s list of Blue Ribbon Schools, and U.S. News & World Report’s Top High Schools lists. In the last 18 years, IDEA has sent nearly 100% of its graduates to college and remains on track to uphold that legacy.
Offices: 2115 West Pike Boulevard, Weslaco, Texas 78596, US · 12500 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, Texas 78216, US · 5816 Wilcab Rd B, Austin, Texas 78721, US · 813 N Kansas St, Suite 100, El Paso, Texas 79902, US · 600 Bryan Avenue, Suite 220, Fort Worth, TX 76104, US
IDEA Public Schools believes that each child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to a network of tuition-free, K-12 public charter schools in the United States. Currently, the network serves nearly 88,000 college-bound students in 145 schools across Texas and its affiliates. IDEA has been recognized in national rankings for The Washington Post, The U.S. Department of Education’s list of Blue Ribbon Schools, and U.S. News & World Report’s Top High Schools lists. In the last 18 years, IDEA has sent nearly 100% of its graduates to college and remains on track to uphold that legacy.
Offices: 2115 West Pike Boulevard, Weslaco, Texas 78596, US · 12500 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, Texas 78216, US · 5816 Wilcab Rd B, Austin, Texas 78721, US · 813 N Kansas St, Suite 100, El Paso, Texas 79902, US · 600 Bryan Avenue, Suite 220, Fort Worth, TX 76104, US