Teacher – Provider of Dyslexia Instruction

Katy ISD•Katy, TX

About The Position

You just might be the person we are looking for if you have: Bachelor’s degree from accredited university, Masters preferred. Valid Texas teaching certificate Special Education Certificate Required Licensed Dyslexia Therapist (LDT) or Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) Reading specialization, preferred Training in Dyslexia Intervention Program, preferred Four plus years of experience teaching reading, preferred The mission of this role: Provide dyslexia intervention to identified students and conduct dyslexia assessments. Communicate with campus staff, district special education staff, and parents/guardians on information pertaining to student needs. What success looks like for this role: (In addition to Teacher Job Description) Deliver evidenced based dyslexia program with fidelity to eligible students. Collaborate with regular education teachers and special education staff to develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives for IEPs and to assist in providing an appropriate education for eligible dyslexia or related disorders students. Participate in MTSS, Section 504, and ARD committees to collaboratively make decisions about dyslexia. Administer and interpret comprehensive dyslexia assessments. Attend on-going staff development in the area of dyslexia and related disorders as appropriate. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required. Collect, maintain, and report data related to student progress. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and IEPs. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, parents, and students. Ability to communicate the evidenced based dyslexia program and student progress to parents. Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible, including student confidentiality. Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement. Ability to adhere to local, state and federal guidelines in the delivery of service to eligible students. SHARS duties as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Special Education Certificate Required
Licensed Dyslexia Therapist (LDT) or Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT)

Nice To Haves

Masters preferred
Reading specialization, preferred
Training in Dyslexia Intervention Program, preferred
Four plus years of experience teaching reading, preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver evidenced based dyslexia program with fidelity to eligible students.
Collaborate with regular education teachers and special education staff to develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives for IEPs and to assist in providing an appropriate education for eligible dyslexia or related disorders students.
Participate in MTSS, Section 504, and ARD committees to collaboratively make decisions about dyslexia.
Administer and interpret comprehensive dyslexia assessments.
Attend on-going staff development in the area of dyslexia and related disorders as appropriate.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
Collect, maintain, and report data related to student progress.
Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and IEPs.
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, parents, and students.
Ability to communicate the evidenced based dyslexia program and student progress to parents.
Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible, including student confidentiality.
Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
Ability to adhere to local, state and federal guidelines in the delivery of service to eligible students.
SHARS duties as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Overall A rating from the Texas Education Agency
Forbes rating – one of the best employers in the state of Texas
Niche rating – top school district in the Houston area
World-class professional development and training opportunities to grow our network of confident and innovative teachers
Inclusive work environment where collaboration and teamwork are embedded in the culture and diversity is highly valued
Competitive pay for teachers
Advanced degree stipend for Master’s or Doctorate degree
Additional stipends for certain positions such as coaching, fine arts, bilingual, and some special education positions
Teacher Incentive Allotment provides additional pay for Recognized, Exemplary, and Master teachers in designated classroom teaching positions
Employee benefits include RediMD Telemedicine and EAP for mental healthcare
Positive work-life balance