Reading Interventionist

Fredericksburg Independent School District • Fredericksburg, TX

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About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide intensive instructional strategies utilizing individualized intensive multi-sensory methods for students identified as having dyslexia, reading difficulties, and/or at risk of failing. The focus of the position is on instructional interventions for struggling students and teacher support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• ESL certification required within seven months of employment for elementary and secondary core content areas; Math, Science, Social Studies, English, and Special Education.
• General knowledge of reading difficulties
• Knowledge of primary reading instruction and strategies
• Three years of experience in elementary reading instruction preferred

Responsibilities

• Implement approved techniques for treating students with dyslexia, related disorders, and reading difficulties.
• Provide instructional strategies utilizing multi-sensory methods for students.
• Provide each identified student access to instructional services for students with reading disorders or difficulties.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Present the subject matter according to treatment program and guidelines established by TEA, board policies and administrative regulations.
• Plan and utilize appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
• Cooperate with other staff in planning and implementing a treatment program for at-risk students according to district requirements.
• Use technology in the teaching and learning process.
• Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
• Consistently monitor student achievement through formal and informal methods.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students' physical, social, and emotional development.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to policies, procedures, and the code of conduct.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents and staff and communicate information accurately and clearly.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Present a positive role model for students and demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible.
• Participate in professional learning and maintain familiarity with district initiatives to better serve students.
• Keep informed of and comply with laws, policies, and regulations related to job functions.
• Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement and remain current on reading strategies.

Benefits

• FISD pays $365 a month towards TRS Health Insurance
• You can earn up to 5 local and 5 state days if you start at the beginning of the school year.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees