Dyslexia Support Teacher

Young World Physical Education; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Dyslexia Support Teacher in New Braunfels, Texas, to provide small-group dyslexia intervention services. You will serve as an instructional resource primarily focusing on improving the dyslexia programs across campuses. A Bachelor’s degree, valid Texas teaching certificate, and knowledge of evidence-based dyslexia instruction methods are required.

Your role will include assessing students, maintaining records, and collaborating with district coordinators to ensure effective program delivery.

Qualifications

• Three years teaching in elementary reading/language arts.
• Previous experience in providing reading intervention.
• Bilingual certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support services for students identified with dyslexia.
• Assist administration/teachers in identifying students with characteristics of dyslexia.
• Administer dyslexia assessments to students.

Skills

Knowledge of elementary curriculum and instruction

Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of IEP/504 accommodations

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Endorsement or certification as Reading Specialist

Job description

Dyslexia Support Teacher

Location: New Braunfels, Texas – Comal Independent School District (District wide). Full‑time role delivering small‑group dyslexia intervention services and serving as an instructional resource person.

Primary Purpose

Delivers small group dyslexia intervention services at CISD campuses using research‑based instruction in accordance with the Texas Education Agency dyslexia program descriptors. Serves as an instructional resource person in the development and improvement of campus dyslexia programs.

Education / Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (master’s degree preferred).
• Valid Texas teaching certificate.
• Subject area concentration in elementary reading/language arts (required).
• Endorsement or certification as Reading Specialist, Certified Academic Language Therapist, Multisensory Structured Language Therapist or comparable experience (preferred).
• Teaching certification held in multiple areas is preferred.
• Bilingual certification preferred.

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Knowledge of elementary curriculum and instruction.
• Knowledge of critical, evidence‑based components of dyslexia instruction as outlined in The Dyslexia Handbook.
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to evaluate program effectiveness and fidelity of programming.
• Knowledge of school systems, classroom management, and instructional strategies.
• Knowledge of IEP/504 accommodations.

Experience / Other Requirements

• Three years teaching in elementary reading/language arts.
• Previous experience in providing reading intervention.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide support services for students identified with dyslexia using multisensory, intensive, direct phonics instruction.
• Assist administration/teachers in identifying students with characteristics of dyslexia.
• Administer dyslexia assessments to students.
• Attend initial 504 dyslexia meetings to share assessment results with the 504 committee.
• Serve as a resource person by providing teachers with effective strategies designed to meet the needs of dyslexic students.
• Maintain record keeping on students served for program evaluation purposes.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and data.
• Collaborate with district Dyslexia Coordinators to maintain a district and campus vision for program improvement.
• Design a flexible schedule to maximize service to qualified students.
• Provide support for parent involvement and other campus initiatives.
• Serve on RTI, ARD, 504 and other campus committees as needed.
• Participate in professional growth activities, including monthly team trainings/meetings with Dyslexia Coordinators.
• Present professional development on dyslexia and related disorders.
• Keep teachers/parents and administrators informed of student progress.
• Assist campus and district team in program evaluation.
• Assist teachers interpreting STAAR data for students with dyslexia.
• Promote evidence‑based reading instruction by sharing current information and resources.
• Attend appropriate CISD instructional meetings.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with staff and supervisors.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance, and learning the records retention schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Position Type

Full‑time.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.