Reading Interventionist & Dyslexia Teacher

Job Title:   Reading Interventionist / Dyslexia Specialist    Location: Great Hearts Prairie View Lower School FLSA STATUS :   Salaried-Exempt, Full-time   Primary Purpose:   To   teach   students identified with dyslexia using instructional strategies   utilize   an individualized, intensive, multi-sensory, 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.   Major Responsibilities and Duties:   • Instructional Strategies • Conduct individualized assessments for dyslexia under Section 504. • Execute the district’s K-12 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. Classroom Management and Organization • 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 .   Communication   • Establish and   maintain   a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members. Professional Growth and Development • Participate in professional development activities to improve job-related skills. • Comply with   state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers. • Other duties as assigned. • Supervisory Responsibilities:   None.   Qualifications:   Education/Certification • Texas Teacher Certification Elementary Certification • Master Reading Certification preferred   Experience   • Three (3) years successful teaching experience • Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of Dyslexia Knowledge of the reading process • Knowledge of the Section 504 process, preferred Ability to relate positively to students, parents, and staff Ability to handle high-volume, fast paced workload Detail oriented • Good judgment in handling confidential information Flexibility in high pressure situations • Ability to work as part of a team   Compensation:   Great Hearts offers   a very competitive   benefits package and overall compensation will be   commensurate   with talent,   experience   and education.   Additional Requirements:     • Type of fingerprint clearance: Must   possess   or obtain valid Texas fingerprint clearance card.     • Physical functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching.   May be   required   to move or position equipment up to 15   pounds approximately .     • Travel required: May need to travel locally to the various academies within the metro area.   • This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.     US work authorization is  required   Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer   Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.