Dyslexia Teacher

Heritage Academy Charter Schools Inc San Antonio Campus - San Antonio, Texas

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,000 to $70,000 Per Year

Position Summary:

The Dyslexia Specialist will conduct the dyslexia intervention program for all dyslexia students. In addition to these duties, the Dyslexia Teacher will serve the student population as a formative phonetics resource to students struggling in the areas of reading fluency and early phonetic comprehension.

• Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Special Education.
• Valid grade level (EC-6 or 4-8 Generalist) or content area certification required for select positions.
• Dyslexia Certification (preferred)
• CALT (Certified Academic Language Therapist) (preferred)
• 2+ years of teaching ELAR/Reading (preferred)
• 2+ years of Dyslexia teaching experience in a public school (preferred)
• Passion for students, especially with reading disorders
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students
• Advanced knowledge of federal and state dyslexia and reading disorder laws
• Working knowledge of individualized services for students
• Knowledge of IEP process and development & implementation
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills to implement multiple and diverse programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to implement teaching curriculum software programs and instruct students on utilization
• Effective communication with all levels of students, parents, administrative staff, and campus directors
• Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and student data such as diagnostic tests, assessments, transcripts, GPA
• Ability to transition with district, campus, department changes
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

• Apply knowledge of reading across developmental stages and expertise in instruction from early childhood to grade 12.
• Implement and model integrated literacy assessment and instruction with appropriate methods and resources.
• Recognize individual student strengths and needs; apply L2 acquisition knowledge to promote literacy.
• Understand theoretical foundations of literacy; plan and implement developmentally appropriate, research-based reading/literacy curriculum.
• Collaborate and communicate with educational stakeholders; lead professional development programs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and administrators to provide dyslexia accommodations and services.
• Ensure that IEPs are appropriately written and implemented.
• Regularly evaluate student progress and use findings to improve services.
• Prepare necessary time, resources, and materials to support general education teachers in meeting educational goals of dyslexia students.
• Assist campus administrator with Response to Intervention process.
• Support campus student management policies and assist with behavior management strategies for students with dyslexia.
• Maintain open communication; conduct conferences with parents, students, teachers, and administrators.
• Recommend policies to improve dyslexia program.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Travel as required.

The position requires physical demands as described and reasonable accommodations may be provided.

Responsive Education Solutions considers applicants for all positions without regards to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Responsive Ed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Roberto Lara, Principal
• San Antonio Campus
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