ED DIAG - New Orleans - URGENT NEED

Job Title: Educational Diagnostician
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
School Year: 2025–2026
Grade Levels: K–12 (based on district needs)
Employment Type: Full-Time Contract
Hourly Pay: $47–$52/hour (based on experience)

Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Educational Diagnostician to join our school-based team in New Orleans, LA for the 2025–2026 academic year. The Educational Diagnostician will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments to determine student eligibility for special education services, developing evaluation reports, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support individualized student learning needs across K–12 settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychoeducational evaluations to assess cognitive, academic, behavioral, and developmental functioning

• Interpret assessment data and provide diagnostic impressions and eligibility determinations in accordance with state and federal guidelines

• Develop clear, comprehensive evaluation reports and participate in IEP meetings

• Collaborate with special education staff, general education teachers, administrators, and families to support student learning plans

• Monitor compliance with timelines and documentation requirements for evaluations and reevaluations

• Provide recommendations for instructional strategies, accommodations, and interventions based on assessment findings

• Maintain accurate and confidential student records in compliance with district and legal standards

• Stay current on special education laws, evaluation procedures, and evidence-based practices

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Special Education, Educational Diagnostician program, or related field

• Valid Louisiana Educational Diagnostician certification or equivalent credential

• Previous experience conducting assessments in school settings preferred

• Strong knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and state special education procedures

• Proficiency in administering, scoring, and interpreting standardized assessments

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively with diverse teams

Why Join Us:

• Competitive hourly rate of $47–$52 based on experience

• Full-time, school calendar-aligned contract

• Opportunity to work across diverse K–12 campuses

• Supportive professional environment and access to team resources

• Chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and families
  
  Application Instructions: 
  Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience to Marsalis James or call at 470.665.4622.