Minimum Salary: $62,000/Days: 187

Primary Purpose:

Receive two-year district sponsored dyslexia therapist training to be able to provide identified dyslexic students with an instructional program characterized by the following descriptors: the components of phonemic awareness, graphophonemic knowledge, language structure, linguistic patterns, and processes (19 TAC §74.28). Instructional approaches include explicit, individualized, and multi-sensory instruction (19 TAC §74.28)..

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned

preferred 

Master’s degree, preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of dyslexia characteristics 
• Ability to capitalize on students’ interests to encourage students to become independent learners while also making learning meaningful and relevant
• Knowledge of reading assessments (particularly for diagnostics purposes)
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Two years’ experience teaching reading, preferred

Proven ability to work with students, parents, peers, and supervisors

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1.    Deliver the District’s chosen dyslexia program.

2.    Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

3.    Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

4.    Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

5.    Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

6.    Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

7.    Administer and gather pre- and post-instructional data to monitor program effectiveness and student growth in the area of reading.

Student Growth and Development

8.    Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.

9.    Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

10.  Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.

11.  Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

12.  Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

13.  Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

14.  Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

15.  Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication

16.  Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

17.  Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

18.  Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

19.  Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

20.  Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

21.  Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

22.  Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

23.  Follow district safety protocols.

24.  Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.