Diagnostician, Preschool (Educational, Central/South)
Category:
Special Education
Job Function:
Certified Support Staff
Department:
Exceptional Children - ECE
Summary
Provides direct service, instructional support, and diagnostic evaluations to stakeholders regarding Pre-school assessments and instructional supports in the areas of academics, communication, social, adaptive and physical access
Essential Duties
- Provides direct and support services to Pre-school students with disabilities, their parents and personnel that provide services for them
- Provides services to schools through implementation of strategies to access and enhance achievement, communication, and physical access for preschool students
- Provides diagnostic support as initial case managers compiling informational documents and assessments required to address initial evaluations (ie: eligibility, IEP)
- Participates in professional development to maintain and enhance skills
- Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Education
Certification/Licensure
Must hold a valid Georgia Special Education teaching certificate or licensure in speech therapy
Experience Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of teaching experience at the appropriate level (Elementary, Middle, or High School) required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Knowledgeable regarding the Georgia Performance Standards, norm and criterion referenced assessments including the Georgia Alternative Assessment and developmental skill sequences
- Experience with and knowledge of developmental sequences for Pre-school students with learning, communication, and physical disabilities preferred
- Ability to work independently
- Experience with data collection and interpretation is preferred
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
- Excellent organizational skills
Working Conditions
- Normal office and classroom environment
Physical Demands
- Routine physical activity associated with normal office and classroom environment
Posting ID:
27231
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta