Aztec Municipal Schools Aztec , NM 87410
Posted 1 week ago
AZTEC MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Description
Educational Diagnostician
Job Summary
The Educational Diagnostician will administer psychological and educational testing and other assessment procedures and interpret assessment results. The Diagnostician will also participate in IEP process.
Reports To: Director of Exceptional Programs
Qualifications
Current Educational Diagnostician License
Demonstrated Communication Skills
Demonstrated Public Relations Skills
Demonstrated Organizational Skills
Ability to Perform Essential Job Functions
Ability to Perform Job Task Requirements
Essential Functions
Conduct comprehensive educational/psychological evaluations following state and district recommended guideline.
Interpret results of evaluations in terms of educational expectations to school personnel, other concerned professionals, parents and students
Help plan and implement district wide procedures for assessing the needs of students.
Adhere to National Standards in the use of assessment techniques
Complete required assessment reports in a timely manner.
Serve as a member of the IEP planning committee to assist in the development of an individualized plan to enable students receiving special education services to progress educationally.
Interpret results of evaluations in terms of educational expectations to the members of the team
Make recommendations for further evaluations, utilizing resources within the district or referring families to outside agencies
Assist team members in utilizing assessment information to plan an appropriate educational program for the individual student
Participate in other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Exceptional Programs.
Participate as a member of the in-school screening committee when requested
Participate in in-service training as assigned
Attend scheduled staff meetings and committee meetings as required
Order sufficient testing materials to assure availability for diagnostic needs of the district
Arrange with building principals for suitable space to administer student tests and evaluations.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Confidentiality
Due to the sensitive nature of this position and access to financial records, the highest degree of confidentiality is required.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to eligible individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Please see Qualifications.
Communication and Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
Ability to assist with preparation of reports and correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, peers and community.
Mathematical Skills
Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, peers and community.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Ability to use computers and other technology to accomplish job responsibilities.
Ability to perform tasks quickly and efficiently and follow verbal directions.
Ability to work around congested areas.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule around job responsibilities.
Analytical and Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in written, verbal or diagram form, and deal with abstract variables.
Temperaments
Ability to teach others, work with people and influence people in their opinions, attitudes, and judgments.
Ability to perform a variety of duties.
Ability to work with people who express conflicting opinions.
Ability to solve problems, make sound judgments and reach conclusions.
Ability to express personal feelings professionally, and perform effectively under stress.
Calculations
Simple addition, counting, subtraction
Ability to divide and multiply
Understanding the metric system and conversions
Fractions, decimals, and percentages
Statistics, Use of graphs
Advanced mathematics
Theoretical application of statistics and complex math
Language
Ability to read and understand product labels, policies written at the 10th grade level, and able to follow verbal or demonstrated instructions.
Ability to explain simple directions, copy data from one form to another
Complete form letters or answers routine correspondence
Composes correspondence independently
Reads and interprets complex technical material
Ability to speak and understand the Spanish language
Can prepare complex reports and documents as required
Ability to speak at meetings and before groups in an articulate manner using prepared materials and on a spontaneous basis
Reasoning Ability
Routine, repetitive tasks with simple instructions
Ability to follow detailed instructions that require few changes
Ability to follow detailed procedures with several potential variables
Problem solving ability and interpretation of events required for practical matters.
Ability to accurately interpret behaviors and nonverbal communication and act on decisions
Logical or deductive thinking required frequently
Creative, innovative solutions to job problems
Work environment
Subject to district, community, regional and state business travel to attend meetings.
Conduct work during day, and evening hours.
Subject to attending evening Board meetings.
Term of Employment
Determined by School Year Calendar
Salary per district schedule
Evaluation annually.
Physical Rating Level
This position will require the employee to function at a "Medium" physical capacity as defined by Worker's Compensation Statutes. "Medium" physical capacity indicates the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally or up to 25 pounds frequently.
Physical Requirement Details
Work Actions
Finger Dexterity
C
Sitting
F
Standing
F
Walking
F
Repetitive Motions
Hand
Right: F
Left: F
Both: F
Foot
Right: F
Left: F
Both: F
Grasping: Hand
Right: F
Left: F
Both: F
Fine Manipulation: Hand
Right: F
Left: F
Both: F
Use of Head and Neck
Static
F
Flexing
F
Rotating
F
Work Positions
Bending
F
Squatting
F
Crawling
R
Climbing
F
Reaching
F
Vision
C
Activities
Unprotected Heights
R
Driving Automotive Equipment
R
Around Machinery
R
Temperature Extremes
R
Noise and Vibration
R
Hazards
R
Dust, Fumes, Odors, Chemicals
R
Balance and Coordination
R
Definitions:R = Rarely = 1% to 9% of an eight hour day
O = Occasionally = 10% to 33% of an eight hour day
F = Frequently = 34% to 66% of an eight hour day
C = Continuously = 67% to 100% of an eight hour day
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees in this job classification.
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