Special Education Evaluator

Job Summary:

• Northside Center for Child Development is seeking a qualified and dedicated Special Education Evaluator to join our team on a per diem basis. This position involves conducting educational evaluations to assess the needs of students and help develop appropriate educational plans. The role provides flexibility, with the opportunity to conduct evaluations twice a month or more, depending on demand. Evaluations must be performed on site.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct comprehensive educational evaluations for students referred for special education services.
• Administer and interpret a variety of standardized tests and assessments to identify students' strengths, weaknesses, and areas of need.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including educators, parents, and other specialists, to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on evaluation results.
• Provide detailed written reports summarizing findings, educational recommendations, and strategies tailored to each student's unique needs.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all evaluations and assessments in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Communicate effectively with families, school staff, and other stakeholders to explain evaluation results and support educational planning.
• Stay updated on best practices and current research in special education assessment and intervention.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Special Education, School Psychology, or a related field.
• Current New York State certification/licensure in one of the following (or closely related):
  • School Psychologist
  • Students with Disabilities (Birth–Grade 2 or Early Childhood/Childhood Special Education)
  • Other relevant NYS credential appropriate for educational evaluation responsibilities
• Demonstrated experience conducting evaluations for young children, preferably preschool (ages 3–5).
• Strong knowledge of CPSE/IEP processes, assessment practices, and special education regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong report-writing.
• High attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred but not required.
  Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Experience working in urban settings and/or with culturally and linguistically diverse children and families.
• Familiarity with commonly used preschool assessment tools and CPSE-aligned reporting expectations.

Schedule & Work Location:

• Per diem, as needed, based on referral volume and scheduling needs (may be twice per month or more depending on demand).
• Evaluations are conducted on-site at Northside Center for Child Development, East Harlem, NYC.

Compensation: $165 per monolingual evaluation; $215 per bilingual evaluation

ABOUT NORTHSIDE

Northside Center for Child Development serves more than 5,500 children and families across New York City each year through high-quality, outcome-driven behavioral health, early childhood education, and enrichment services. With over $34 million in annual funding, Northside provides the comprehensive support children and families need to overcome adversity, build resilience, and pursue their dreams.

Founded in 1946 in Harlem, Northside has been a cornerstone of the community for eight decades, leading the way in integrating education and mental health to support children’s development. Several of Northside’s innovative programs were the first of their kind in Harlem, setting standards of care that continue to influence social service agencies throughout the United States today.

Northside’s founders, Drs. Kenneth B. and Mamie Phipps Clark, were renowned, pioneering psychologists whose groundbreaking research was instrumental in the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education landmark Supreme Court decision that declared school segregation unconstitutional. Their belief in the worth, dignity, and potential of every child continues to guide Northside’s mission and inspire its work today. Northside is driven by its vision and principle, “Each Child…First Chance.”

For more information on Northside Center for Child Development, please visit www.northsidecenter.org.