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Educational Diagnostician

Employer
Christina School District
Location
Wilmington, DE 19801, US
Salary
Competitive
Close Date:
10/02/2018

Position: Educational Diagnostician

Location: To be determined

Reports to: Building Level Administrator

Director of Special Education

Primary Functions :

The educational diagnostician is responsible for the process and procedures to ensure that federal, state and local special education regulations are followed to ensure that students with disabilities receive the services and supports outlined in the Individual Education Plan (IEP)

Qualifications:
  • Must hold or be eligible for State of Delaware Certification in Special Education and a content area(e.g. elementary, math, science...)
  • Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per work day.
  • Minimum lifting requirements- 50 pounds (with assistance).
  • Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students

Performance Responsibilities:
  • Establish and maintain audit files to comply with federal, state, and local special education regulations.
  • Interpret and communicate federal and state IDEA (Part B) regulations to staff, parents, and students.
  • Schedule and conduct eligibility and IEP meetings according to district protocol.
  • Work collaboratively with IEP team members in the development of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
  • Coordinate and communicate with related services personnel (OT, PT, SLT, Transportation, Assistive Tech) for students with disabilities.
  • Share knowledge with program staff as it relates to special education services for students (new statewide IEP, Inclusive schools initiative, accommodations/modifications, etc.)
  • Assist building staff to ensure students with disabilities are provided the core curriculum, and scientifically research-based interventions
  • Assist building teachers with instructional differentiation strategies, intervention strategies, and accommodations, modifications, and supports for students.
  • Assist IEP team with meaningful transitions for students with disabilities 14 years or older, especially as it relates to job opportunities and the appropriate curriculum / agency involvement that drives the process
  • Communicate and provide assistance with district initiatives: Inclusive practices, RtI, and the new statewide IEP.
  • Provide Tier 2 or Tier 3 interventions to groups of students as directed by building administrator.
  • Serve as an integral member of the Instructional Support/Consultative Team and/or PBS Core or Targeted Team.
  • Collaborate with school psychologist to review referrals for students receiving Tier 3 interventions
  • Participate in building/district professional development as it relates to curriculum and instruction within the core content areas of ELA & Math.
  • Disseminate student record information as appropriate (i.e., teachers, cost recovery, agencies, etc.)
  • Enter and periodically check accuracy of student data in eSchoolPlus throughout the year.
  • Enter and update student accommodations information in DELSIS prior to state testing.
  • Request and/or send records for transferring students among other districts or states in a timely fashion.
  • Prepare and coordinate referrals for ICT, higher level of service, alternative placements, and NetWorks to include all necessary interventions, data collections, and IEP documentation; assist in the delivery of the presentation for ICT.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

Application Procedure: Interested applicants need to submit a complete online teaching application a letter of interest, a resume, transcripts, and three current (within one year) professional references by October 2, 2018. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position. Apply online: http://www.applitrack.com/christina/onlineapp/default.aspx

Start Date: mutually agreeable

Job Posting Link: www.applitrack.com/christina/onlineapp/default.aspx

Salary Range: From/To: Teacher salary schedule based on experience and degree. Salary Schedule can be found on the district?s website: https://christinak12.org/ourpages/auto/2012/6/27/51310670/Teachers-Non-Grandfathered--FY2019.pdf

Endorsements:
  • Teacher of Exceptional Children Grades K-12


Additional Job Information:
Application Procedure: Interested applicants must complete an online teaching application and upload a letter of interest, resume, copies PRAXIS scores, transcripts, copy of license/certification and three current letters(within one year of closing date) of recommendation by October 2, 2018. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position. Online Application Link: http://www.applitrack.com/christina/onlineapp/default.aspx
Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report, a negative pre-employment drug screening, and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level.

A person may not be employed by a public school employer in any position requiring licensure and certification if the person does not meet licensure and certification requirements established under Chapter 12 of [Title 14 of the Delaware Code]..., except pursuant to a license extension and/or emergency certificate issued pursuant to Chapter 12. See 14 Del. C.§ 1313.

Direct deposit of paychecks is a condition of employment for all new employees hired after December 31, 1995

Use of any published data or content on this web site is prohibited without the written consent of the Delaware Department of Education.

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