2026-2027 Educational Diagnostician - Special Education

Primary Purpose:

Implement the special education appraisal process. Assess the educational, learning styles, and program needs of students referred to special education services. Provide diagnostic information and work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate programs for students with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree in educationally related field

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

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Three years of teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assessment

Consultation

Program Management

Communication

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May be required to supervise a practicum student in school psychology.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

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

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting : Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities.

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours ; occasional districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations as assigned frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.