Eanes ISD is currently seeking an LSSP/Diagnostician for the 2021-22 school year. We

offer great pay and benefits!!

*Only applications submitted through the Eanes ISD website will be considered for employment*

Please submit your application online at www.eanesisd.net/jobs.

Detailed information and job descriptions are available on the Eanes ISD website.

Primary Purpose:

Assesses the educational, learning styles and program needs of students being referred for general education programming including intervention or §504 services related to dyslexia, dysgraphia, and attentional issues.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification/Licensure:*

• Valid Texas Certification/Licensure as Educational Diagnostician or Licensed Specialist in School Psychology

• Special Knowledge/Skills:*

• Diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development and learning theories

• Oral and written communication skills

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

• Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions.

• Knowledge of child and adolescent development.

• Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience:

• Two years experience assessing students in an educational setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assessment:

• Receive student referrals and implement the appraisal process

• Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate to determine student eligibility for general education services/programs

• Collects and organizes relevant assessment data from student’s cumulative folder, classroom teacher(s), principal, support staff, parents and outside resource personnel

• Score and interpret test data.

• Develop evaluation reports

• Conduct or participate in the §504 Committee meetings to assist with appropriate placement and development of Accommodation Plans for students according to district procedures.

• Consultation:*

• Provides staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in the identification and understanding of students impairments

• Consults with parents concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.

• Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.

• Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies concerning functioning of students as needed.

• Program Management:*

• Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.

• Coordinate a continuing evaluation of assessment procedures and make changes based on findings.

• Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.

• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories.

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the areas of, assessment, placement, and planning intervention services.

• Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.

• Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.

• Communication:*

• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.

• Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.

• Other:*

• Maintain Confidentiality.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Participates in approved professional development opportunities

• Stays current in changes in law, procedures, and operating guidelines

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular district wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned; moderate lifting and carrying.