Job Title: 2025-2026Dyslexia Teacher (New Position)

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to:Principal/Director of SpecialPrograms

Dept./School: Special Programs

Primary Purpose:

Provide direct instruction to students identified as having Dyslexia using the intervention tool used by the District. Provide support to students parents teachers counselors and administrators in the identification evaluation and development of individualized plans designed to support students with Dyslexia. Assist with the implementation of the IEP for students identified with Dyslexia.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelors degree from accredited university

Minimum 3 years teaching experience in English/Language Arts or Reading (preferred)

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Preferred:

Special Education certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge and experience working with students who have reading difficulties

Thorough understanding of reading research and strategies

Knowledge of state and federal laws for educating students with disabilities

Knowledge of Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff

Ability to implement policies and procedures

Ability to interpret data

Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Work cooperatively with directors and campus principals in implementing Dyslexia instruction.
2. Consult with and assist campus-based administrators professionals teachers and parents to meet the educational needs of students eligible for dyslexia.
3. Assist campus teams in writing IEP plans that allow student access to the full range of educational and co-curricular opportunities that are available to all other eligible students in the district. Evaluate the necessity for specific accommodations.
4. Ensure campus teams monitor and review IEP plans at least once per school year.
5. Promote coordinate and disseminate communication among staff teachers students and the community regarding the prevention of discrimination based on disability as appropriate.

Consultation

1. Assist campuses in the development implementation and/or participation in professional development of instructional methodologies that allow curriculum accommodations and differentiated instruction based on student learning needs resulting from dyslexia.
2. Plan and conduct parent meetings. Consult with parents administrators counselors teachers community agencies and other relevant individuals regarding dyslexia students.

Budget and Inventory

1. Participate in development preparation and administration of budget for supplies and equipment and ensure that the program is cost-effective and that funds are managed wisely.
2. Assist with the selection and purchase of supplemental equipment and supplies for the program.

Policy Reports and Law

1. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required. Ensure that accurate student data is reported through PEIMS.
2. Comply with policies established by federal and state law State Board of Education rule and the local board policy.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping pushing/pulling twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions frequent keyboarding and use of mouse

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds)

Environment: Occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.