Learning Disability Specialist Evaluation Form

Evaluate Learning Disability Specialists with Confidence

Supporting students with learning disabilities requires highly skilled specialists who can accurately assess needs, implement effective interventions, and collaborate seamlessly with teachers and families. This Learning Disability Specialist Evaluation Form provides a structured framework for administrators, colleagues, and coordinators to assess specialist performance across the critical dimensions that directly impact student success.

Why This Template Works for Schools and Educational Programs

Whether you're conducting annual performance reviews, gathering 360-degree feedback, or evaluating specialist effectiveness as part of special education program improvement, this template captures the specific competencies that distinguish exceptional learning disability specialists. Built specifically for K-12 schools, special education departments, private learning centers, and educational support programs, the form addresses assessment accuracy, intervention design, collaborative practice, and family engagement—the four pillars of effective learning support.

Traditional evaluation forms often miss the nuanced skills required in learning disability support. This template goes deeper, asking evaluators to assess diagnostic precision, the individualization of intervention strategies, the quality of co-teaching and consultation, and how effectively specialists empower parents with knowledge and resources. The result is actionable feedback that drives professional growth and, ultimately, better student outcomes.

Key Features for Comprehensive Specialist Assessment

The evaluation covers:

• Assessment & Diagnostic Accuracy – Evaluating the specialist's ability to conduct thorough psychoeducational assessments, identify specific learning disabilities correctly, and interpret standardized test results with precision
• Intervention Strategy Effectiveness – Assessing how well the specialist designs, implements, and monitors evidence-based interventions tailored to individual student needs
• Teacher Collaboration & Co-Teaching – Measuring the quality of consultation, classroom support, professional development delivery, and collaborative problem-solving with general education teachers
• Parent Education & Communication – Evaluating how effectively the specialist explains diagnoses, shares strategies, and empowers families to support learning at home
• Professional Knowledge & Growth – Gathering feedback on the specialist's currency with research, compliance with IEP processes, and commitment to ongoing professional development

Perfect for Multiple Education Roles

This template is ideal for:

• Special Education Directors & Coordinators conducting annual performance reviews of LD specialists
• School Principals & Assistant Principals gathering feedback as part of teacher evaluation cycles
• Department Heads coordinating peer reviews and professional development planning
• School Psychologists providing input on assessment practices and intervention quality
• General Education Teachers offering perspective on collaboration effectiveness and classroom support

Streamline Collection, Analysis & Action with Paperform

Built on Paperform's flexible platform, this evaluation form adapts to your school's review process. Conditional logic ensures evaluators only see relevant follow-up questions based on their responses, creating a focused experience that respects everyone's time. Collect anonymous feedback or attach names for 360-degree reviews, and use custom calculations to generate composite scores across evaluation domains.

Once submissions start flowing in, Paperform's AI Insights can summarize themes across multiple evaluations, identifying strengths to celebrate and growth areas to address in professional development plans. Export results to Google Sheets or Airtable for deeper analysis, or integrate with your HR information system using Stepper to automatically route evaluation results, trigger follow-up meetings, and keep professional growth plans on track.

With SOC 2 Type II compliance and robust data security, Paperform protects the confidential nature of performance evaluations while giving administrators the insights they need to support specialist development and program improvement. Whether you're a small private school or a large district special education department, this template scales beautifully to meet your needs.

Designed for Educational Excellence

Supporting students with learning disabilities is complex, demanding work. The specialists who do this work deserve feedback systems that recognize the full scope of their expertise—from technical diagnostic skills to the interpersonal finesse required for successful collaboration. This evaluation template provides that comprehensive view, helping schools identify exemplary practice, support professional growth, and ultimately create learning environments where every student can thrive.

Ready to elevate your special education program? Start with evaluation practices that match the sophistication of the work your specialists do every day.