What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Academic Language Therapist position at Kids First Dyslexia Services?
Company Description Kids First Dyslexia Services provides individualized, one-on-one dyslexia therapy tailored to each learner’s specific needs. Therapeutic instruction is delivered by Certified Academic Language Therapists (CALTs) who are highly trained and experienced in evidence-based language intervention. The practice focuses on structured, multisensory approaches that support reading, spelling, and written expression skills. Core curricula used include Take Flight and Multisensory Teaching Approach (MTA), ensuring consistent, research-supported instruction. Kids First Dyslexia Services offers a supportive environment centered on helping children build confidence and achieve long-term academic success.
Role Description The Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) will provide structured, one-on-one dyslexia therapy to students, using Take Flight, MTA, and/or other approved multisensory language programs. Responsibilities include planning and delivering lessons, monitoring student progress and documenting session notes. The CALT will communicate regularly with parents and guardians to share progress updates and recommendations, and collaborate with educators or other professionals as needed. The role also involves maintaining professional standards, participating in relevant training, and staying current with best practices in dyslexia and language therapy. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Southlake, TX.
Qualifications
- Current certification as a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT)
- Demonstrated expertise in structured literacy, multisensory language instruction, and dyslexia intervention, including experience with Take Flight and/or MTA or similar programs.
- Strong skills in lesson planning, progress monitoring, and documentation, with the ability to use assessments and data to guide instructional decisions.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with children, families, and other professionals in a collaborative, respectful manner.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate and support students with diverse learning needs while maintaining clear behavioral and academic expectations.
- Organizational and time-management skills to manage provided caseload, maintain accurate records, and follow established schedules and procedures.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, special education, speech-language pathology, psychology, or a related field.
- Experience working in clinical, school, or tutoring settings with students who have dyslexia or other language-based learning differences is preferred.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to ethical and professional standards in academic language therapy.