Dyslexia Teacher; SY

Dyslexia Teacher (SY 26-27)

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Job : 5790877

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 18, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)

Job Title: Dyslexia Specialist

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal and Director Special Ed

Pay Grade: Teacher Scale

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: May 29, 2018

• Identify dyslexic students by administering and interpreting diagnostic tests.
• Provide therapy to identified dyslexic students.
• Apply knowledge of federal, state, and district "Procedures Concerning Dyslexia" for general and special education.
• Instruct and evaluate students with dyslexia in any phase of the program.
• Provide leadership to teachers in English/Language Arts and Reading instruction as well as RTI at all TIERED levels.
• Assist teachers in utilizing effective reading practices within the classroom setting.
• Assist in coordination of Section 504 referral process and instruction of students with dyslexia; provide instructional support and/or direct instruction, as mandated by Texas law, for students with dyslexia.
• Provide 504 and special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
• Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in an itinerant capacity as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Minimum 3 years teaching experience in English/Language Arts or Reading
• Texas Teacher certification

• Extensive knowledge and experience working with students who have reading difficulties
• Leadership ability and experience in providing staff development in the areas of reading and dyslexia to classroom teachers is a major focus
• Thorough understanding of reading research and strategies
• Neuhaus training in teaching dyslexic students preferred (Foundations of Language and Basic Skills); specific training in teaching dyslexic students, administering and interpreting diagnostic tests preferred
• Understand and able to explain Section 504 law/procedures, test results and information to parents and teachers is necessary
• Ability to share expertise with peers
• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Work collaboratively with building staff to deliver exemplary reading instruction to dyslexia students.
• Coordinate with other involved school personnel in planning and providing reading instruction for students.
• Provide staff development and coaching to campus personnel on reading issues.
• Provide instructional services to those students who have been identified for dyslexia services.
• Keep accurate and complete records including Course Accommodation Plans, Student Monitoring forms and Status Reports for identified students as required.
• Act as the liaison to building personnel in interpreting educational policies, procedures, and guidelines concerning dyslexic students.
• Assist in evaluating students who have been referred to the dyslexia program for testing and provide periodic evaluation and exit consideration from the dyslexia.
• Participate with teachers, parent(s), campus administrators and district coordinator in determining qualification for 504 dyslexia services.
• Assume responsibility for instructional materials and equipment inventoried to the dyslexia teacher and the assigned school.
• Attend district and campus meetings involving reading programs and programs for dyslexic students.
• Attend training in methods and strategies that improve general reading and dyslexia instruction.
• Assist in documenting student progress and monitoring students in the dyslexia program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and…