Special Education Dyslexia & Instruction Coordinator

Dayton Independent School District•Dayton, TX

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

Coordinate the district’s compliance responsibilities with Dyslexia. Provide guidance to teachers for appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject area assigned which are designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Work with appropriate personnel to provide interventions and improve instruction for students serviced through Dyslexia. The fundamental purpose of the Special Education Dyslexia & Instruction Coordinator is to collaborate with district and campus instructional leadership to deepen the effectiveness of PreK-12th Special Education instruction, Elementary Reading & Language Arts instruction, on each campus and increase student achievement districtwide. The PreK-12th Grade Special Education Instructional Coordinator will develop a cohesive partnership between the district and campuses in order to coach, support and sustain instructional coaches and teachers with the implementation of best practices to improve rigorous instruction, facilitate authentic learning, and increase student achievement in math and Elementary Reading & Language Arts. In addition, in collaboration with the Student Services Department, the PreK-12th Special Education Instructional/Dyslexia Coordinator will participate in the design, upgrade, and evaluation of curriculum and district assessments to ensure professional development opportunities are aligned with student academic needs. Responsibilities include providing district and campus-level professional development for initiatives, data interventions, modeling/coaching teachers and supporting teacher teams in creating/developing lessons and activities along with district-wide data analysis and support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with the required endorsements
Leadership experience
Embody Dayton ISD's educational mission and vision through professional development including coaching, modeling and mentoring
Exhibit In-depth knowledge of best practices for instruction, effective professional development including coaching and mentoring
Demonstrate the ability to coach and support instructional coaches and teachers in the critical attributes of instruction and student engagement, and data analysis to inform instructional practices.
Build collaborative relationships within campuses and the district
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Extensive knowledge of Texas curriculum (TEKS) and state assessments
Five years of successful teaching and coaching experience

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferred
Texas Mid management or other appropriate Texas certificate, preferred

Responsibilities

Create and maintain an environment of trust and respect with campus and district staff that includes regular and ongoing communication.
Maintain open communication regarding instructional effectiveness based on student performance data.
Work cooperatively with Student Services staff and campus leadership to actively monitor and meet all accountability measures related to student performance per District and Campus Improvement Plans.
Maintain a current understanding (theory and application) of developments in education and research-based best instructional practices.
Collaborate with district Student Services staff, instructional coaches, and campus leadership on program improvement, including instructional interventions for students who are at-risk of not meeting federal, state, or district performance standards.
Cultivate a culture of professional inquiry and growth in which instructional leaders and teachers are self-motivated to improve, modeling creativity, flexibility, and responsiveness.
Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments in education.
Provide professional learning opportunities for staff in the analysis of test results, appropriate “next step” actions in response to student data, and selection of appropriate materials based on student needs.
Coach individuals and groups to identify strengths, areas of potential growth, and steps to take to improve instructional practices.
Oversee prevention efforts to avoid Dyslexia violations from occurring.
Implement the district’s discrimination complaint procedures with respect to allegations of Special Education Dyslexia violations, discrimination based on disability and disability harassment.
Investigate complaints alleging violations of Dyslexia discrimination based on disability and disability harassment.
Ensure that appropriate district processes are in place to provide prompt and equitable resolutions of complaints and inquiries from campus employees and students.
Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist students in regular classes, serviced through Special Education Dyslexia, with assignments.
Maintain current information regarding state and federal laws and regulations concerning the rights of persons with disabilities and ways of providing reasonable accommodations to person while maintaining program performance standards.
Participate in ARD Committee meetings when necessary.
Carry out needed research and study to gain full working knowledge of Dyslexia.
Provide professional development to administrators and certified staff on Dyslexia.
Research and identify appropriate curriculum based measurement tools to provide frequent monitoring of students’ progress.
Identify evidence-based instructional programs which may be adopted by district to improve instructional methods.
Support teachers in documenting progress for identified dyslexic students.
Implement and monitor the screening and referral process for dyslexia services.
Maintain records and operating guidelines or policies showing compliance and promoting effective interventions.
Effectively communicate Dyslexia policies and guidelines to teachers, staff, and parents.
Work collaboratively with others in developing district mission and goals and articulating a vision for the district’s Dyslexia program.
Works directly with the bilingual department to ensure that all Dyslexia students are served.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers if needed.
Maintain a positive and effective professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Maintain confidentiality.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Keep informed of and maintain compliance with federal, state, district, local board policies and regulations and campus routines.
Coordinate schedules with lead teachers, principals, parents, and others as appropriate.
Attendance is an essential job function.
Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.