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Job Title:  LSSP
Exemption Status: Exempt
Reports to:  Director of Special Education
Pay Grade: 05
Works with:  Students/Staff/Parents
Days: 197
Dept./School: Special Education Department
Date Revised: 6.19.2023

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

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assessment

1. Receive student referrals and implement the assessment and evaluation process.
2. Select and administer formal and informal assessments to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and Texas Education Agency regulations.
3. Collect and organize relevant assessment data from student's cumulative folder, classroom teachers(s), principal, support staff, parents, and outside resource people.
4. Conduct classroom observation and personal interviews.
5. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.

Consultation

1. Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
2. Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP.
3. Consult parents concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.
4. Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students.

Program Management

1. Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
2. Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
3. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment program and make changes based on findings.
4. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
5. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the areas of assessment, placement, and planning for special education services.
6. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
7. Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.

Communication

1. Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
2.  
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
4. All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist no ambulatory students, and  lift and move adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards; may require districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stressThis document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.