What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dyslexia Teacher - Jr. High position at Pine Tree ISD?
Dyslexia Teacher
Job Title: Dyslexia Teacher Exempt Status: Exempt
Reports to: Campus Principal/Curriculum Coordinator Date Revised: 9/2019
Dept./School: District Wide
Work Calendar: 183
Day Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule
Primary Purpose:
Assist in evaluating students who have been referred to the dyslexia program and provide
assistance to classroom teachers by helping them identify appropriate strategies on the delivery of
regular classroom reading instructions to identified dyslexic students
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned.
Reading specialist certification and/or training dyslexic students
Training in teaching dyslexic students using the multi-sensory teaching approach is required.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledgeable in development and implementation of lesson plans that fulfill the requirements
of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
Knowledge in preparation of lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student
learning styles
Ability to present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency,
board policies, and administrative regulations
Knowledge in the use of appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials,
and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Serve as an itinerant dyslexia teacher on two or more campuses as assigned
2. Assist in evaluating students who have been referred to the dyslexia program and provide periodic
evaluation of students served
3. Participate in campus SST/RTI meetings and use data to make recommendations to the SST/RTI in
determining appropriate placement for referred students
4. Provide assistance to classroom teachers by helping them identify appropriate strategies on the
delivery of regular classroom reading instructions to identified students
5. Coordinate services with other involved school personnel in planning and providing joint instruction
for the students
6. Follow district procedures for the program
7. Keep accurate and complete records for students served and submit as required
8. Act as the liaison to building personnel in interpreting educational policies, procedures, and
guidelines concerning students in the dyslexia program
9. Communicate with parents through conferences or phone calls
10. Exhibit excellent interpersonal and communication skills
11. Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
12. Adhere to the district’s safety policies and procedures
13. Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business
14. Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with students and/or
district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting)
15. Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
16. Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities:
1. NONE
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional prolonged or irregular hours.
Salary : $42,000 - $64,500
