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Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find rewarding opportunities with leading school districts nationwide. We're partnering with a school district in Hunt County, Texas to hire a dedicated Educational Diagnostician for the 2026-2027 school year.
This full-time opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on student success by conducting evaluations, supporting special education eligibility determinations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure students receive the services and supports they need to thrive. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, knowledgeable in Texas special education regulations, and passionate about helping students reach their full potential.

• Location: Onsite in Hunt County, TX

• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

• Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week

• School Year: 2026-2027

• Conduct comprehensive special education evaluations and reevaluations in accordance with federal and Texas state guidelines.

• Review student records, academic performance data, interventions, and teacher and parent input as part of the evaluation process.

• Administer and interpret standardized educational assessment instruments within the Educational Diagnostician scope of practice.

• Determine student eligibility for special education services under IDEA and Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements.

• Prepare comprehensive Full and Individual Evaluation (FIE) reports.

• Participate in ARD/IEP meetings and provide clear explanations of evaluation results and recommendations.

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, LSSPs, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and other related service providers.

• Make recommendations regarding educational programming, accommodations, modifications, and instructional supports.

• Monitor evaluation timelines and maintain compliance with federal, state, and district special education requirements.

• Consult with teachers and school staff regarding instructional strategies, interventions, and student needs.

• Support data-driven decision-making to improve student outcomes and educational access.

• Master's degree required

• Valid Texas Educational Diagnostician EC-12 certification

• Experience conducting special education evaluations and writing FIE reports preferred

• Strong knowledge of IDEA, TEA guidelines, ARD processes, and special education compliance requirements

• Experience interpreting educational assessment data and making eligibility recommendations

• Excellent written communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, students, and families

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.

• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you're passionate about supporting student achievement and ensuring access to quality educational services, this is the opportunity for you. Join a collaborative team dedicated to helping students succeed through comprehensive evaluation, educational planning, and student-centered support.

Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

• • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.

• • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.

• • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.

• • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

• • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.