Diagnostician

Lubbock

40838BR

TTU K12 Special Servces

Position Description

Implement the special education evaluation process. Assess the educational, learning styles, and programs needs of student referred to special education services. Provide diagnostic information and work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate programs for student with disabilities.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

TTU K-12, a unit of the Texas Tech University Online division, is a state-approved online kindergarten through 12th-grade school that has been meeting students' needs for more than 25 years.

Affiliated with Texas Tech University, a Carnegie tier-one research institution, TTU K-12 boasts a rigorous curriculum that allows students to work ahead, make up failed credits, and achieve their goals from wherever they are.

Texas Tech University K-12 is a Candidate for Accreditation with NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI.

TTU K-12 began in 1993 as a "Special Purpose District" designed to help students whose educational needs were not adequately met by traditional school districts. Since then, we have grown to serve students across the country and more than 70 nations around the world.

Major/Essential Functions

• Evaluation: Conduct evaluations according to the normative guidelines of the test developer and write reports according to federal and state statutes and federal and T.E.A. regulations. Complete evaluation reports within timelines. Integrate relevant information from school, family, and other professionals into the evaluation report. Interprets information from all sources, develops diagnostic impressions, and makes recommendations. Implement all transfer ARD procedures within timelines (review transfer ARD paperwork to determine need for evaluation; schedule 30-day ARD within timeline).
• Management: Coordinate with campus administration, staff, teachers, and parents to schedule and conduct ARD meetings. Convene ARD meetings within the required timelines. Review ARD paperwork and complete follow-up paperwork in a timely manner (i.e., PEIMS/DEF data). Maintain eligibility folders and monitor accuracy of data.
• Collaboration: Assist teachers and administrators with IEP development implementation. Display professionalism at all times. Collaborate with other professionals in matters relevant to students needs.
• Professional Effectiveness: Acquire new skills and knowledge consistent with the standards of the profession. Support the districts philosophies, mission, and objectives. Maintain current knowledge of special education law, evaluation instruments, and eligibility criteria. Maintain licensure/ certification consistent with the standards of the profession; provide copy of current license/certificate to the district. Complete all University and department required trainings.
• Knowledge of testing, measurements, the use of a variety of standardized and non standardized diagnostic tests, state and federal laws concerning special education, test security and confidentiality standards. Must have strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to interpret test results.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in education assessment and three years teaching experience. Valid Texas teaching certificate and Texas educational diagnostician certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience as a diagnostician in a Texas public school.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The following must accompany the application:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Professional License or Certification
• Professional/Personal Reference

• Pre-Employment Affidavit

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

4000

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Academic Support Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.