Certified Reading & Dyslexia Specialist (CALT)

Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is seeking a full-time Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) to join the Special Education team. This role reports to the Executive Director of Special Education and focuses on dyslexia screening, program fidelity, and teacher training on Take Flight and Reading by Design across campuses.

The CALT will provide PD, develop screening protocols for K-3, collaborate with teachers and administrators, and support students with dyslexia while upholding the Catholic

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education/reading or related field
• Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT)
• Texas Teacher Certification

Responsibilities

• Train archdiocesan teachers on a viable dyslexia program: Take Flight, Reading by Design or other program
• Monitor fidelity of reading program at each campus
• Monitor progress of dyslexia students across the Archdiocese of San Antonio
• Maintain a database of students who qualify for dyslexia across the archdiocese
• Provide quality professional development on dyslexia strategies for all teachers
• Conduct individual and group parent training sessions on dyslexia awareness, home-based intervention techniques, and collaboration with school personnel; provide written materials and resources to support parent understanding
• Provide dyslexia services to students on a campus in the event of a vacancy or a leave of absence
• Develop and implement a comprehensive dyslexia screening protocol for the archdiocese in grades K-3; identify students at-risk for dyslexia and establish tiered intervention plans based on screening results
• Collaborate with teachers in classrooms to help enrich curricular approaches and improve pedagogy to better meet the needs of students
• Train administrators on classroom "look fors" in a quality dyslexia program
• Develop strategies to meet the academic needs of identified students
• Vet reading programs and seek out new and innovative curricula, texts, and technological applications for implementation in the classroom
• Provide training for quality tier 1 instruction in reading
• Provide input for student accommodation plan meetings
• Understands the MTSS process
• Knowledge and understanding of disabilities in the Texas education system
• Maintain confidentiality regarding individual needs and school matters
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly to staff, students, and other professionals
• Adheres to safety training and protocols daily and takes precautionary measures to ensure safety
• Attend meetings, events, and professional development (including after work hours)
• Possess strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Responsible for protecting the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service with the organization
• Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy is mandatory
• Every employee is required to take a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Customer Service

Developing Others

Solution Oriented

Education

Master’s degree in education/reading or related field

Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is seeking a full-time Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) to join the Special Education team. This role reports to the Executive Director of Special Education and focuses on dyslexia screening, program fidelity, and teacher training on Take Flight and Reading by Design across campuses.

The CALT will provide PD, develop screening protocols for K-3, collaborate with teachers and administrators, and support students with dyslexia while upholding the Catholic