Special Education Diagnostician

Required Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid Educational Diagnostician certification
• Valid Special Education certification

Residency Requirements: This position is virtual and strongly prefer residents of Texas. May consider residents of surrounding states (NM, OK, AR or LA). This position could include travel up to 20% of the time for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and/or as required by the school.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANYONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 Texas partner schools, (TXSS). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Stride K12 Texas partner schools, (TXSS) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

The Special Education Diagnostician will implement the special education assessment process, including educational, learning styles, and program needs of students referred to special education services. The incumbent will provide diagnostic information and work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate programs for students with disabilities.

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

Essential Functions:   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Receives student referrals and implements the assessment and evaluation process within required state timelines;
• Using federal and Texas Education Agency (TEA) regulations, selects and administers formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special education services;
• Works with K12 academic staff to collect and organize student assessment data, and continually evaluates the assessment program, making changes based on findings;
• Conducts classroom observations and student interviews;
• Coordinates and participates in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement for students, and develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) according to district procedures;
• Assists classroom teachers with implementation of student IEPs;
• Partners with parents concerning the educational needs of students and sharing of assessment data;
• Partners with academic team to enhance work with students;
• Develops and maintains effective relationships with students and parents;
• Assists in the selection of assessment materials and equipment;
• Provides staff development training in assigned schools to assist academic team in identification and understanding of students with disabilities;
• Participates in professional development activities;
• Maintains all reports, records, and other documents required;
• Complies with all federal, district, and school regulations and policies;

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Master’s Degree
• Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories
• Two years teaching experience (Special Education preferred)

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid Texas Educational Diagnostician certification
• Valid TX Special Education certification

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency.
• ESTAR/ESPED Experience Preferred
• Ability to travel 40% of the time
• Ability to clear required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Previous Diagnostician experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is virtual