Dyslexia Support Teacher

Plano ISD; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD seeks a dedicated educator to support students with dyslexia on the campus. You will implement the Take Flight program, coordinate with the principal and staff, and monitor interventions to improve reading outcomes.

The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, collaboration, and adherence to district policies while supporting district-wide literacy goals and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements or training for subject and level assigned.
• Academic Language - Practitioner/Therapist is preferred.
• Experience with dyslexia therapy or reading intervention is valued.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a dyslexia and reading intervention program at the campus.
• Coordinate with principals and teachers to meet intervention needs.
• Attend campus meetings regarding instructional dyslexia and reading intervention.
• Support district and campus strategic goals and SBIC.
• Implement new materials and teaching methods to meet student needs.

Skills

Dyslexia knowledge

Take Flight program

Data-driven instruction

Differentiation

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree (required)

Texas teaching certificate with endorsements

Academic Language - Practitioner/Therapist (preferred)

Tools

Take Flight program

Job description

• Position Type:
  Special Education - Campus Teacher/Support/ Dyslexia Teacher
  
• Date Posted:
  10/20/2026
  

Pay Grade: 820 (Min $340.54 per day)
Work Days:185
Check the new hire schedule for pay based on years of experience.

Primary Purpose:

• Assist with the implementation of multisensory instruction (Take Flight) for students identified with dyslexia at the designated campus or campuses. Coordinate with the building principal(s) and teachers in efficiently meeting the reading intervention needs of at-risk students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
• Academic Language - Practitioner/Therapist (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the characteristics of dyslexia and common risk factors
• Ability to deliver with fidelity the highly structured and systematic dyslexia program used in the district (Take Flight)
• Demonstrate training in the prevention and remediation of language-based reading and writing difficulties
• Ability to analyze, interpret and use student data to guide instruction for students
• Ability to plan, monitor and evaluate outcomes of targeted intervention and accommodations for students
• Ability to facilitate differentiation of the instructional program
• Understand the process of dyslexia identification and 504
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of best teaching practices in the area of reading
• Demonstrate strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
• Ability to work as part of a team

Experience:

• Teaching experience in a Plano ISD school (preferred)
  
• Experience providing dyslexia therapy or reading intervention (preferred)
  

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

• Adhere to and promote the district's philosophy of comprehensive dyslexia and reading program
• Facilitate and implement the dyslexia and reading program for the campus
• Conduct formal and informal campus meetings regarding instructional dyslexia and reading intervention
• Encourage and support development and implementation of instructional goals relating to the Strategic Plan of the district and the campus SBIC
• Facilitate the implementation of new materials, methodologies, philosophies, and innovations to meet the needs of students

School Climate

• Ensure that district goals and objectives are implemented with the involvement of coordinators, principals, and teachers when appropriate
• Communicate and support expectations that are consistent with district culture and objectives
• Develop procedures to facilitate collaborative decision-making processes, foster and promote collegiality and team building
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with principals, coordinators, teachers and students
• Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations

School Improvement

• Assist in clarifying and pursuing a common vision for district and campus improvement
• Actively support the efforts to achieve district goals and objectives and the campus academic performance objectives
• Support implementation of district and campus assessment strategies
• Monitor student achievement data and interpret, report, and act on results

Professional Growth and Development

• Attend and participate in district and campus dyslexia and reading/writing training sessions, committee meetings, and work sessions as required to support the instructional program
• Monitor professional research and disseminate ideas and information to other professionals, and provide leadership in identifying trends and opportunities, as well as solve problems related to instruction
• Develop needed professional skills appropriate to job assignment
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible, and serve as a role model for all district staff
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisors
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal)

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Moderate standing, stooping, bending and lifting; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent district wide travel; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds