Dyslexia Interventionist - Lead Job Carrollton area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position Overview

Job Title:

Dyslexia Interventionist - Lead. This role supports the district dyslexia program by providing instructional leadership, coaching, and program oversight. The Council ensures high‑quality implementation of evidence‑based dyslexia interventions, supports accurate identification of students with characteristics of dyslexia, and delivers district wide training for dyslexia interventionists, campus staff, and parents. The Lead mentors interventionists through modeling, feedback, and ongoing professional learning to promote consistent, effective instructional practices.

Qualifications

Valid Texas teacher certification
Special Education certification required
Training in dyslexia and related disorders
Minimum of three years teaching experience
Training in individualized, intensive, multisensory, phonetic instructional methods specific to dyslexia
Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) preferred

Special Knowledge / Skills

Strong knowledge of common signs and characteristics of dyslexia
Ability to administer and interpret dyslexia identification assessments
Knowledge of district dyslexia program requirements and state dyslexia laws
Ability to train teachers and staff in dyslexia intervention programs
Ability to collaborate effectively with principals, teachers, students, parents, and community stakeholders
Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience

Experience delivering evidence‑based dyslexia intervention
Experience administering and analyzing district reading assessments

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Deliver and model structured literacy instruction aligned with state dyslexia laws and the Science of Reading.

Monitor and support implementation of the Multisensory Teaching Approach (MTA) and other district approved dyslexia programs.

Provide coaching and actionable feedback to dyslexia interventionists to improve instructional quality.

Model effective dyslexia intervention lessons on campuses as needed.

Provide district wide professional development aligned to program needs.

Train dyslexia interventionists, campus staff, and parents on dyslexia characteristics, interventions, and progress monitoring.

Collaborate with district departments to ensure cohesive literacy support.

Participate in district data reviews and support interventionists in analyzing student progress.

Provide feedback to Dyslexia Interventionist to accelerate student achievement.

Participate in data review and analysis of data pertaining to dyslexia students.

Complete other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture:
Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:
Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting:
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment:
May work prolonged or irregular hours;
District-wide and state travel:
Regular interaction for students, staff, and families:
Fast‑paced instructional and coaching environment
Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions;
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions;
Must be able to maintain a high level of concentration and control emotional stress in the current work environment.

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