Posted 36 months ago

Educational Diagnostician - Current and Future Vacancies

New OrleansOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

Works as an Educational Diagnostician in NOLA Public Schools’ SESS team, conducting evaluations and interventions for children ages 3–22 and supporting IEP processes.

About this role

NOLA Public Schools Vision

The vision of the NOLA Public Schools is that every student receives a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive, achieve physical and mental wellness, and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success.

Position Summary

To serve as a member of the Student Evaluation and Support Services (SESS) Team in a program offering psychological, social, sensory, and educational services to children ages 3-22. The SESS Team will service children through the Child Search Office and in non-public school settings.

Direct Reports

This position does not have direct reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Functions as evaluation coordinator for designated referred students;

Facilitates the Student Assistance Team (SATeam) process by participating as a representative of the Student

Evaluation & Support Services team in providing feedback on best practices in the student assistance team process;

Explains and interprets assessment services/findings to parents, teachers, principals, and other appropriate personnel;

Implements and/or assists teachers and other school personnel in the design and implementation of educational and behavioral interventions for support services to clients;

Provides a written report of any academic/behavioral support services provided to clients;

Attends the Tier III data meetings to participate in the development of evidence-based interventions and to assist in the analysis of the plans’ effectiveness;

Evaluates as a Student Evaluation & Support Services member and in accordance with Bulletin 1508, the Pupil

Appraisal Handbook, those students suspected of being exceptional. Evaluations include activities such as appraisal of students’ developmental and educational functioning, descriptions of educational strategies, and needed academic and environmental adjustments and / or curricular modifications;

Serves as a member of the Child Search Team by conducting functional /developmental assessments for preschool-aged children;

Participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) staffing and service plan meetings, when appropriate.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in Education, at least one year of experience in the certified special education area, as authorized by the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education;

Minimum of three years of experience as an Educational Diagnostician or comparable special education experience required; and

Valid Louisiana Type A, B, or Level 2 or 3 teaching certified for generic special education.

Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to special education;

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills;

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff,

and outside agencies; and

Must possess basic computer skills and demonstrate the ability to use various types of software programs.

Skills

Assessment And EvaluationBASChild SearchData AnalysisEducational InterventionsIEP ProcessReport WritingSpecial Education Laws

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