Dyslexia Specialist (MTA)

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics•Irving, TX

12d

About The Position

Candor is a mission-driven community of educators passionate about making a real difference. We believe in celebrating expertise and supporting educators in achieving a healthy work-life balance. We are looking for a passionate Dyslexia Specialist to empower students and schools. This role involves supporting students with reading difficulties, building their skills for long-term academic success, and collaborating with educational teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field.
Valid Texas Educator Certification required.
MTA required.
Knowledge of Texas dyslexia laws and the Texas Dyslexia Handbook.
Familiarity with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the ARD process.

Nice To Haves

Dyslexia certification or completion of a TEA-approved Dyslexia training program (per Texas Dyslexia Handbook) preferred.
Experience providing dyslexia intervention and progress monitoring is preferred.
CPR certification is a plus.
Bilingual skills preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide Dyslexia Intervention: Deliver explicit, systematic, and multisensory instruction aligned with the Texas Dyslexia Handbook to support students with dyslexia and related reading difficulties.
Develop Individualized Support Plans: Collaborate with campus teams to design and implement targeted intervention plans based on student data, evaluation results, and identified needs.
Monitor Student Progress: Collect and analyze data regularly to track student growth, adjust instruction, and ensure interventions are effective.
Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with general education teachers, special education staff, diagnosticians, and families to support student success. Participate in ARD meetings and Section 504 processes as appropriate.
Ensure Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation and ensure services align with TEA guidelines, district procedures, and state requirements for dyslexia services.
Support Student Growth: Provide structured support that addresses students’ academic needs while building confidence, independence, and literacy skills.