2026-2027 Dyslexia Therapist (Open Pool)

Hattiesburg Public School District; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Mississippi is seeking a Dyslexia Therapist to lead efforts in identifying students who qualify for dyslexia intervention services. The role requires a Master’s Degree with training in an Orton-Gillingham program and offers opportunities to provide ongoing training and support to staff and parents. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students who have dyslexia characteristics and a strong background in reading. This is a vital role for enhancing educational support in the district.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree with training in an Orton-Gillingham based Dyslexia Therapy program.
• Four years of teaching experience preferred.
• Evidence of strong written communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts in identifying students for dyslexia intervention services.
• Provide ongoing training to staff and parents on dyslexia strategies.
• Instruct assigned students with characteristics of dyslexia.
• Ensure compliance with state and district dyslexia screening requirements.
• Administer and score dyslexia screeners and prepare reports for parents and schools.
• Collaborate with RTI teams to inform programming decisions.

Skills

Strong background in reading

Effective written communication

Professional development experience

Experience with dyslexia characteristics

Education

Master's Degree with Orton-Gillingham training

Appropriate Educator License 203 Endorsement

National certification as Certified Academic Language Therapist

Job description

2026-2027 Dyslexia Therapist (Open Pool) JobID: 2005

Position Type: Student Support Services
Date Posted: 4/6/2026
Location: Hattiesburg Public School District

TITLE: DYSLEXIA THERAPIST

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree with training in an Orton‑Gillingham based Dyslexia Therapy Training program (accredited by the International Dyslexia Association (IDA)).
• Strong background in reading (preferred).
• Four years of teaching experience at more than one grade level (preferred).
• Evidence of strong written communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in providing professional development.
• Experience in working with students who have characteristics of dyslexia and/or a formative ruling of Dyslexia.
• Appropriate Educator License 203 Endorsement.
• Knowledge in the use of an Orton‑Gillingham based instructional program.
• National certification as a Certified Academic Language Therapist (preferred).​

SUPERVISES: N/A

REPORTS TO: Director of Curriculum and Instruction

JOB GOAL

To lead district efforts in identifying students who qualify for dyslexia intervention services and to assist schools in making programming decisions that meet the student's needs. To provide ongoing training and support to staff members who provide dyslexia intervention to students qualifying for services. To train staff on effective instructional strategies for students who show characteristics of dyslexia or may have a formative ruling of dyslexia. To inform, train, and counsel parents of students who show characteristics of dyslexia or may have a formative ruling of dyslexia.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Instruct assigned students with characteristics/diagnosis of Dyslexia.
2. Create lesson plans based on the analysis of instructional data to accelerate student learning.
3. Oversee the administration/scoring of yearly required Universal Screeners for grades K-2.
4. Ensure the district follows American College Testing (ACT).
5. Oversee the administration/scoring of Screening for students in grades 2-12 as necessary.
6. Assist schools in Universal Screening scores' interpretation.
7. Assist school RTI committees in making program decisions for students who show characteristics of dyslexia and students who have gaps in literacy skills.
8. Ensure the district is in compliance with House Bill 1046, that all students are administered a State Board Approved Dyslexia Screener in the Spring of Kindergarten and the Fall of First grade, and the data is submitted to the appropriate personnel at the Mississippi Department of Education.
9. Assist schools in determining when students should be considered for a Dyslexia Screener.
10. Administer and score Dyslexia Screeners, providing a written report of the Dyslexia Screening results and recommendations. Meet with the parents and school officials regarding the recommendations of the report.
11. Review Dyslexia Assessments completed by outside agencies and determine if further testing is warranted. Meet with the parent and school officials regarding the district's programming recommendations.
12. Administer and score the assessments necessary for Comprehensive Dyslexia Evaluation when warranted and provide written reports of results and recommendations.
13. Meet with parents and school officials regarding recommendations of the report.
14. Provide ongoing training for staff who provide dyslexia intervention to qualifying students.
15. Provide ongoing training of effective literacy programs and instructional strategies to various staff members.
16. Provide support, information, and ongoing training for parents.
17. Attend school-related functions (e.g., PTA) outside the instructional day.
18. Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
19. Support the Hattiesburg Public School District Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan.
20. Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees.