Dyslexia Reading Specialist & Coach

Texas City Indep School Dist; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas City Indep School Dist is seeking a Dyslexia Specialist to provide instructional support and direct instruction for students with dyslexia, 504 plans, and special education. The role includes curriculum modification, lesson planning, and itinerant work as assigned.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree, Texas teaching certification, and 3+ years teaching English/Reading. Special Education certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 3 years teaching experience in English/Language Arts or Reading.
• Texas Teacher certification.
• Special Education Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with building staff to deliver exemplary reading instruction to students with dyslexia.
• Coordinate with school personnel in planning reading instruction for students.
• Provide staff development and coaching on reading issues.
• Provide instructional services to students identified for dyslexia.
• Maintain accurate records including Course Accommodation Plans and Monitoring forms.
• Liaise with building personnel on dyslexia policies and guidelines.
• Attend district and campus meetings involving reading programs for students with dyslexia.
• Attend training to improve dyslexia instruction.
• Document student progress in the dyslexia program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading difficulties

Staff development

Dyslexia instruction

Evidence-based practices

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

3 years teaching in ELA/Reading

Texas Teacher certification

Special Education certification preferred

Job description

Texas City Indep School Dist is seeking a Dyslexia Specialist to provide instructional support and direct instruction for students with dyslexia, 504 plans, and special education. The role includes curriculum modification, lesson planning, and itinerant work as assigned.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree, Texas teaching certification, and 3+ years teaching English/Reading. Special Education certification is preferred.