Diagnostician

Reviews referral information and contacts appropriate personnel to obtain pertinent referral information. Evaluates students through observation, interview, formal and informal assessment. Schedules and participates in intake and other IEP meetings; as administrative designee when needed. Writes diagnostic reports and interprets assessment findings/recommendations at IEP meetings. Recommends adaptive materials, techniques and equipment to enhance students’ educational performance. Conducts inservices related to instructional programming as appropriate Maintains accurate records Consults/collaborates regularly with program staff regarding the instructional program and student performance Consults/collaborates with referring districts, agencies and other ECHO Programs Utilizes problem solving and conflict resolution techniques to support others in maintaining the objectives of the educational program. Maintains a current understanding of disabilities, including associated causes, effects on performance, resulting needs, and social/emotional implications Supports the ECHO program’s behavioral management program and participates in the de-escalation and physical restraint process as designated Attends necessary professional meetings, workshops, and/or classes to ensure continued growth and knowledge Supports the organization, management and implementation of the state assessments Inventories/maintains educational equipment, tools and curriculum materials and resources Performs additional duties, as assigned by the Principal/designee for the Program. Qualifications Illinois LBS1 Certificate or IL Certificate in the Specialty Area Working Knowledge of disabilities particularly in the Specialty Area Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in the Specialty Area Knowledge in the area of diagnostics and program planning Where appropriate, ability to participate in physical management, and/or positioning of students weighing from approximately 50-200 pounds, with assistance when needed Salary/Benefits PER CBA at Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page #J-18808-Ljbffr Illinois Education Job Bank