Dyslexia Specialist

RESPONSIVEED ARKANSAS
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
DYSLEXIA SPECIALIST
JOB DESCRIPTION

Reports To: Director of Special Programs
Location: Districtwide – Arkansas Campuses
Travel: Districtwide travel required

The Dyslexia Specialist / Level II Screener is responsible for administering and interpreting Arkansas Level II dyslexia screening assessments in accordance with current Arkansas Department of

Education:

Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) requirements, the Arkansas Dyslexia Resource Guide, and district procedures.

The position supports the identification of students who demonstrate characteristics of dyslexia and assists campus teams in understanding assessment results and determining appropriate instructional and intervention supports. The Dyslexia Specialist provides assessment support, consultation, professional learning, and instructional guidance related to dyslexia, structured literacy, reading difficulties, and evidence-based reading practices.

The position works collaboratively with teachers, interventionists, campus administrators, and families. The employee may also assist the Director of Special Programs with district wide dyslexia, literacy, compliance, professional development, assessment, and other special programs initiatives.

The Dyslexia Specialist / Level II Screener does not independently diagnose dyslexia. Screening results are considered as part of the educational decision-making process along with other relevant student data.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Arkansas educator license or other qualification permitted by Arkansas law and district policy.
• Demonstrated competency in administration and scoring of the Level II dyslexia screening assessments utilized by the district

Preferred Qualifications

• Arkansas Dyslexia K-12 endorsement or ancillary license.
• Dyslexia Specialist certification or recognized dyslexia credential.
• Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) or structured literacy certification.
• Experience administering and interpreting reading assessments and Level II screenings.
• Experience providing structured literacy or evidence-based reading intervention.
• Experience working within an RTI/MTSS framework.
• Experience providing professional development or instructional coaching.

• Knowledge of dyslexia, structured literacy, and the Science of Reading.
• Knowledge of phonological and phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, encoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Knowledge of literacy assessment and progress monitoring.
• Knowledge of Arkansas dyslexia screening requirements and DESE guidance.
• Ability to administer, score, and interpret standardized assessments accurately and with fidelity.
• Strong organizational, written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to travel between district campuses.

• Administer Level II dyslexia screening assessments in accordance with current Arkansas DESE requirements, the Arkansas Dyslexia Resource Guide, and district procedures.
• Follow standardized assessment administration and scoring procedures to ensure reliable and accurate results.
• Coordinate with campus personnel to schedule students for Level II screenings.
• Review available student information and educational data prior to screening.
• Score and interpret screening assessments and identify patterns of strengths and weaknesses associated with characteristics of dyslexia.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive screening reports documenting assessment results and relevant recommendations.
• Communicate…