Orleans Parish School Board · 5 months ago
Educational Diagnostician - Current and Future Vacancies (25-26)
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $84K/yr
3+ years expNOLA Public Schools is dedicated to providing high-quality education and support services to students. The Educational Diagnostician will be part of the Student Evaluation and Support Services Team, responsible for evaluating students, facilitating support processes, and implementing educational interventions for children aged 3-22.
Primary/Secondary Education
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
Qualification
Required
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
Valid Louisiana Type A, B, or Level 2 or 3 teaching certified for generic special education
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
Must possess basic computer skills and demonstrate the ability to use various types of software programs
Company
Orleans Parish School Board
OUR MISSION: Every student receives a high quality education that fosters his or her individual capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Stan Smith
Chief Financial Officer - Retired
Benjamin Springgate
Medical Advisor, Chief Health Officer
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