Dyslexia Interventionist- Summer 2025
Dyslexia Interventionist- Summer 2025
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Job Description
JOB TITLE: Dyslexia Interventionist
REPORTS TO: Summer program Principal or District Dyslexia Coordinator
PRIMARY PURPOSE: The dyslexia interventionist will provide students identified as having dyslexia with appropriate strategies learning activities and experiences to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual academic emotional physical and social growth.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
- Bachelors Degree
- Valid Texas Teachers Certificate
- Generalist or Reading Certification (preferred)
- . Reading (preferred)
- Licensed Dyslexia Therapist (preferred)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of dyslexia research scientific researchbased interventions for reading and evidencebased best practices for teaching reading
- In depth knowledge of informal and formal reading assessment used to identify characteristics of dyslexia
- Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
- Skill in coaching or mentoring adults on literacy related topics
- Adept in presenting professional development presentations
Minimum Experience:
- Successful student teaching experience or approved internship
- Three 3 years successful teacher of reading experience (preferred)
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Actively engage students in the learning process; plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and equipment that meet the needs of individual learners with characteristics of dyslexia.
- Develop and maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to effective learning and appropriate for the development of students with characteristics of dyslexia.
- Progress monitor and maintain accurate records of student performance
- Assist in organizing and developing an instructional model that meets state and district standards for dyslexia instruction
- Provide resources and training to school staff on appropriate effective instruction for students identified with dyslexia in the general classroom scientifically based reading research and evidencebased practices.
- Attend and actively participate in 504/ARD meetings as it relates to students suspected of/identified as having dyslexia.
- Establish and maintain professional communication with parents students and district personnel; ensure that all interactions are supportive courteous and respectful
- Participate in professional development activities aligned with district campus and department goals; demonstrate interest and initiative in professional growth
- Perform other related duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decisionmaking. Frequent indistrict and occasional instate or national travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training wearing personal protective equipment as required reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employment Type
Part-Time
