Dyslexia Support Teacher - Student Support Services - School Year 2025-2026

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Dyslexia Support Teacher to provide vital instructional support for students facing dyslexia challenges. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify and assist students, ensuring compliance with educational guidelines. Your expertise will help shape effective teaching strategies, fostering a supportive learning environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and possess the necessary skills and certifications, this opportunity is perfect for you to thrive in a rewarding educational setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, with certifications in Texas teaching and special education.
• Experience in dyslexia intervention and literacy support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support for students with dyslexia and monitor their progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to enhance student learning.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Dyslexia

Assessment Data Analysis

Multi-sensory Instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Master's Degree

Valid Texas Teacher Certificate

ESL Certification

Special Education Certification

Tools

Computer

ACTIV Board

Audio Visual Machines

Job description

Dyslexia Support Teacher - Student Support Services - School Year 2025-2026 JobID: 7253

• Position Type:
  Certified Professional/ Professional (Non-Campus)
  
  
• Date Posted:
  2/21/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Student Support Services
  
  

Job Title: Dyslexia Support Teacher

Reports To: Coordinator of Dyslexia & Reading Interventions

Classification: Professional

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Days: 188

Salary: See Compensation Plan for New Hire Guide for Teachers

Contract: Probationary/Term

Date Revised: 2/20/2024

Primary Purpose: Responsible for providing instructional support and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on the identification of students with dyslexia in compliance with TEA and federal guidelines and laws for dyslexia and related disorders.

Qualifications/Skills: Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, masters a plus.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate or Teaching Certificate from out of state appropriate for position.
• Literacy Specialist or Reading Interventionist experience, certification preferred.
• Special Education Certification required during 1st year if it has not been already obtained.
• ESL Certification required during 1st year if it has not been already obtained.
• Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of dyslexia, including characteristics, identification and effective instruction helpful.
• Demonstrated success in working with elementary struggling readers
• Training in IMSE Orton-Gillingham or similar dyslexia intervention methodology – preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years teaching experience.
• Interventionist experience preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Instructional Strategies:

• Adhere to the district’s philosophy of instruction.
• Development and implementation of lesson plans and progress monitoring practices that fulfill TEA requirements for dyslexia instruction.
• Demonstrate understanding of using assessment data to plan and implement instructional activities that support the individual strengths and needs of dyslexic students.
• Work with all stakeholders in a student’s education to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district and TEA guidelines.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Serve as a dyslexia resource and provide assistance to campus administrators, special education and classroom teachers.

Student Growth and Development:

• Analyze assessment data and progress monitoring to ensure student growth.
• Complete ongoing assessment of student achievement.
• Provide progress reports for all students in compliance with federal and state guidelines.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers and support staff to collaborate on curricula, accommodations/modifications as needed for students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Lead instruction for students with dyslexia in the small group instruction.
• Model appropriate multi-sensory strategies aligned to The Dyslexia Handbook

Communication:

• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, administrators, and parents.
• Ability to establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, teachers, and administrators.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills to present dyslexia information accurately and clearly.
• Work collaboratively and collectively with principals, staff, and the district Humanities and Special Education team to ensure effective evidenced based structured literacy instruction.

Professional Growth and Development:

• Design and lead ongoing professional development on structured literacy practices, dyslexia instruction and strategies, and response to intervention to district staff and parents.
• Keep abreast of all current, evidenced based, and effective instructional practices for students with dyslexia and related disorders.

Other:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used: Computer, ACTIV Board, copy machine, audio visual machines.

Working Conditions: Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
• Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desk and other classroom equipment.