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Position Title:

Educational Evaluator, K-12, 10 month

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Salary Grade, if non-union:

Pay Grade, if union:

Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement:

Teacher's Union

Our Mission:

The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

Custom Job Purpose:

This Educational Evaluator, K-12 participates on regional assessment teams in the Learning Support division. This position provides educational evaluations and re- evaluations to students in grades K through 72. Educational evaluators work with students, parents, teachers a11d other school/district staff to assist with meeting state and federal evaluation 1-equirements for students with disabilities under ESE and/or Section 504.

Essential Functions of this Job

Collaborates with other district evaluators to complete initial evaluations and re- evaluations for students with disabilities in a timely manner. Complies with state and district timelines for all work activities. Actively participates in Student Support Team (SST) meetings and other meetings as requested at assigned schools. Interviews students, teachers and parents regarding student's educational performance, history, challenges, concerns and aspirations. Completes academic screenings and other assessments to identify student strengths and weaknesses. Administers sensory screenings, formal and informal tests, and standardized measures to assess learning proficiency in multiple areas.

Provides written input in multi-disciplinary evaluation reports, including recommendations** **and** **goals** **focused on** **improving student performance.** **May** **attend** **eligibility meetings** **and** **other staffings** **with** **students,** **parents,** **educational** **staff** **and** **other** **to** **explain** **assessment results** **and** **assist** **in** **developing** **interventions** **or** **other** **supports.** **Consults** **with** **classroom teachers** **to** **provide** **assistance with** **intervention implementation and** **progress** **monitoring procedures** **for** **students** **in** **the** **ESE** **evaluation process.** **Provides** **outstanding customer service when interacting with students, families, schools and** **agencies.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Communication: Clearly expresses ideas and thoughts in a respectful manner both verbally and in writing. Exhibits excellent listening and comprehension skills. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Proactively collaborates with school and district team members. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Job Knowledge: Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Complies with state and federal confidentiality requirements. Keeps abreast of current rules and procedures related to evaluation and assessment of students with disabilities. Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision. Displays understanding of how job related to others in the Learning Support division. Uses resources effectively.

Judgement: Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgement. Supports and explains reasoning for actions taken. Includes appropriate people in the decision-making process. Uses proper chain of command when assistance or guidance is needed. Maintains a strengths-based focus on student success.

Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities in order to meet state and district timelines. Uses time effectively. Integrates changes smoothly. Works in an organized manner. Maintains accurate records. Prepared and punctual for all work activities.

Ability and desire to work collaboratively with students, families, teachers, counselors, school social workers, school psychologists, ESE personnel and administrators.

Demonstrates respect for students and families in all situations.

Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements

Bachelor's degree in education, psychology or other related field. FLDOE Certification or a statement of eligibility is required. Three (3) years of classroom/school experience is required. Five (5) years of classroom/school experience is preferred.

Work Context:

Requires sitting and standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, computers, **and** **digital compliance and communication** **platforms.** Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires face-to-face discussions and

contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires work with both internal and external contacts, and with the public. Travel between multiple district locations is necessary.

Physical Environment:

Requires standing, walking, sitting, carrying, keyboarding, talking, hearing, near acuity and field of vision. Requires the ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds. Requires use of both dominant and non-dominant hand. Some overhead lifting occasionally. Noise intensity- 3, moderate.

Local Code:

10620

EEO5:

44

The School Board of Polk County, Florida, prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.