What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dyslexia Interventionist position at Centerpoint Elementary School?
Primary Purpose: The Dyslexia Interventionist collaborates with building personnel to support the assessment and identification of students with reading difficulties. This position provides specialized, targeted instruction to students identified with characteristics of dyslexia in accordance with Arkansas state regulations and guidelines. The interventionist works to ensure students receive effective, evidence-based, multi-sensory interventions to improve reading skills and promote academic success.
Qualifications: Valid Arkansas Teaching License.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Collaborate with teachers and RTI Committees in making program decisions for students who show characteristics of dyslexia and/or students who have gaps in literacy skills
- Provide specialized instructional services to students who have been identified with dyslexia characteristics or other reading difficulties and be able to make programming decisions based on performance and progress
- Maintain required documentation on students receiving dyslexia services
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication by attending conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers
- Remain current on federal, state and district policies, requirements and guidelines regarding dyslexia; and insure the fidelity of the district’s program of service for students with dyslexia
- Attend and successfully complete all required training for the Take Flight dyslexia intervention program and implement the program with fidelity.
- Other duties as assigned/directed by building/district administration.