Dyslexia Teacher

A Charter Schools, Inc.•Dallas, TX

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About The Position

To teach students identified with dyslexia using instructional strategies utilize an individualized, intensive, multisensory, phonetic approach and a variety of writing and spelling components; provide students the opportunity to make significant gains in reading; and develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Requirements

Bachelors/Masters/Doctorate degree and valid Texas Teacher's Certificate (elementary preferred)
Three (3) years successful teaching experience

Responsibilities

Conduct individualized assessments for dyslexia under Section 504.
Execute the district's K-12 MTA dyslexia programs.
Conduct ongoing progress measurements of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Be a positive role model for students; support mission of the school district.
Attend 504 meetings as dyslexia representative.
Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Other duties as assigned.