2025-2026 SPED Educational Diagnostician (5 positions available) @ Central Special Education

About the position

The Educational Diagnostician will assist Alief ISD schools in the referral, coordination, and monitoring process for students referred to special education and in the development of appropriate educational programs for students. This role involves managing special education assessment caseloads, conducting evaluations, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Manage campus special education assessment caseloads.
  • Conduct Full Individual Evaluations for students referred to special education.
  • Review all Existing Evaluation Data to determine the need for additional assessment.
  • Review assessment results from other districts to ensure compliance with Texas Education Agency criteria.
  • Adhere to mandatory timelines and compliance for program management.
  • Assist with and conduct parent conferences to review and interpret assessment results.
  • Provide teacher/staff consultation related to assessment results and educational planning.
  • Participate in Case Review Committees.
  • Administer and interpret intelligence and achievement measures.
  • Assist in the preparation of Individual Educational Plans (IEPs).
  • Attend and participate in professional development meetings.
  • Prepare, facilitate, and lead ARD Committee meetings and other related meetings.

Requirements

  • Certified by the Texas Education Agency as an Educational Diagnostician.
  • Three years of teaching experience, preferably in special education.
  • Knowledge of federal and state special education rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of specially designed instruction and current evaluation practices.
  • Ability to coordinate, manage, and collaborate with staff.
  • Effective communication, human relations, and leadership skills.
  • Proficient in digital tools including Google Suite and Microsoft 365.

Nice-to-haves

  • Bilingual preferred.

Benefits

  • Salary range from \$63,536 to \$88,218 based on experience.
  • \$500 stipend for a Master's degree.
  • \$4,500 bilingual stipend if applicable.
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