Dyslexia Therapist 2026-2027 School Yr

Job Description: DYSLEXIA THERAPIST

Primary Purpose

To teach students identified with dyslexia using instructional strategies that utilize an individualized intensive multisensory phonetic approach and a variety of writing and spelling components; provide students the opportunity to make significant gains in reading and develop competencies to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university
• Texas Teachers Certification
• Take Flight Certification preferred
• CALT preferred or commitment to attend a two-year therapy program

Experience

• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of dyslexia and related disorders
• Knowledge of the reading process
• Knowledge of Section 504 and ARD process
• Knowledge of accommodations and supports

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

• Conduct individualized assessments for dyslexia under Section 504
• Execute the districts K-12 dyslexia programs
• Conduct ongoing progress measurements of student achievement through formal and informal testing
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district
• Attend 504/ARD meetings as dyslexia representative

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create an in-person or virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities
• Assist in selecting books equipment and other instructional materials
• Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required

Communication

• Be available by phone email or video conferencing to confer with district personnel students and/or parents
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents students colleagues and community members

Professional Growth/Development and Other

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
• Comply with state district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrators that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer phone systems video/instructional equipment and peripherals P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
• Environment: Work inside from school home or location other than school building may work outside; regular exposure to noise and computer monitors
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Required Experience:

IC