Shepherd Independent School District
Job Description HR Services

Job Title: Diagnostician                                                        Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional
Employee Name: ______________                                       Reports to: Director of Special Services
Dept./School: Special Services Department                            Date Revised: May 2022
Pay Grade: AP5

Primary Purpose:
Assess the educational, learning styles, and program needs of students referred to special education
services. Work cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate
instructional programs for students with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree in educational assessment
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Valid Texas educational diagnostician certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development,
and learning theories
Ability to interpret data
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Two years teaching experience

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