Substitute Dyslexia Teacher

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts
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Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts
- Fort Worth, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board , Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts , and Texas Charter School Association

Job : 5972883

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Title: Dyslexia Teacher

Reports to: Campus Principal

Position Summary: The role of the Substitute Dyslexia Teacher on an as needed basis and is responsible for providing the highest quality classroom instruction in the subject area at the grade level assigned for our students. Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts (FWAFA) teachers provide students with appropriate educational activities and experiences that will enable them to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.

In collaboration with other faculty and administration, the Teacher will support the School’s mission through curriculum development and instruction in alignment with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), the National Core Art Standards, and the standards required for Advanced Placement coursework.

Essential Job Function:

• Attend 504 and ARD meetings as needed.
• Use the district dyslexia curriculum with fidelity, supplementing with approved instructional materials as needed.
• Implement appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment to ensure comprehension of learning styles and student needs.
• Design instructional activities and classroom utilizing a multisensory, phonetic approach.
• Create modifications and/or help classroom teachers with implementing accommodations as needed.
• Produce and oversee teacher aide and volunteer assignments as directed.
• Employ technology practices to strengthen the instructional process.
• Prepare learning space to enhance learning and to aid in physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Hold students accountable to the student handbook.
• Ensure necessary and reasonable measures are taken to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Keep up to date and abide by state, federal, and charter regulations and policies for teachers.
• Gather, manage, and file all reports, records, and other documents required and requested.
• Be active in faculty meetings, assist in staff committees, create and maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Produce formal and informal testing to evaluate student success.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development workshops, as required.
• Create and maintain positive communication with administration, staff, faculty, students, and parents.
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential

Job Requirements:

• Education – High school diploma required; college degree preferred
• Valid Texas teaching certification or highly qualified designation with endorsements for subject/level assigned preferred
• Required Skills and Capabilities – Strong command of English language; detail oriented and able to follow written and/or oral instructions; willing and able to work standing for most of the day; able to communicate effectively with other personnel and faculty
• Preferred Skills & Capabilities – Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies
• Physical Requirements – Ability to carry up to 25 lbs.; valid driver license

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $130 to $130 Per Day

Job Categories:

Special Education >
General Special Education

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Samantha Young , Interim Human Resources Director/ Director of Business Operations
• Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts
• Fort Worth, Texas 76109
• Phone:  ext.
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• Email: samantha.young