Educational Diagnostician at Solterra Academy in New Britain, CT

Description

Solterra Academy provides comprehensive special education for students aged 5 to 22 requiring intensive intervention due to severe emotional, behavioral, cognitive, developmental, and/or learning challenges. We believe in fostering an environment that is supportive, developmentally appropriate, and tailored to specific individual needs. Our dedication lies in the cooperative, self-motivated, adjusted, and academically accomplished development of each child.

Are you passionate about supporting students through individualized assessment and educational planning? Solterra Academy is seeking an Educational Diagnostician to conduct educational evaluations, support IEP development, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure students receive appropriate educational programming and interventions within a therapeutic school setting.

School Year Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (In-Person)
Mandatory Summer Session: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (In-Person)

Responsibilities

• Conduct educational evaluations per PPT recommendations, including reviewing background information, selecting appropriate assessments, administering testing, interpreting data, and preparing comprehensive reports.
• Present educational data at individual student team meetings and at PPTs as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely evaluation documentation and reports in accordance with PPT deadlines.
• Build positive and therapeutic relationships with students.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in all interactions with students and families.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Training provided by Solterra Academy
• Competitive salary with annual reviews and potential bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Generous PTO based on service length for personal, medical, and vacation needs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university required
• Master’s Degree with emphasis in learning disabilities and assessments preferred
• Minimum of three years of experience in special education with an emphasis in educational assessment highly preferred
• Some experience working with students with emotional/behavioral needs required
• Valid CT 165 certification from the CT State Department of Education required

BA Level Candidate Starting Salary: $60,000+
MA Level Candidate Starting Salary: $64,000+

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include drug testing based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check.