Dyslexia

Intervention Specialist (Dyslexia) 

Primary Purpose:
To support the district's Instructional programs to ensure academic improvement and student success. The focus of this position is on instructional interventions for at-risk, struggling students in Reading and/or Math.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (Master's preferred)
Valid Texas teaching certificate appropriate for area assigned
English as a Second Language Certification preferred Gifted and Talented Certification preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of subjects assigned
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to interpret student data
Knowledge of Response to Intervention (Rtl) process
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:
At least five years of classroom teaching.


Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Facilitate campus screening through the Rtl process and identify children at-risk.
2. Work with individual students and student groups to provide effective interventions to improve student performance.
3. Design and implement reading and/or math academic interventions using research-based methodology.
4. Gather, compile and disaggregate data and link that data to student learning and instruction.
5. Differentiate instruction based on assessment data.
6. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district curriculum program.
7. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of diverse learners.
8. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
9. Review student data with classroom teachers and assist in determining appropriate tiered intervention.
10. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
11. Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school.
12. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for physical, social and emotional development of students.
13. Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
14. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
15. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
16. Participate staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
17. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Consult with district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

1. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

       2. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.

1. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None


Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Must be able to position and move about within the work area. Ability to retrieve, transport, position/reposition items, supplies and equipment; typical frequent reaching; hand/arm motions, bending, stooping and kneeling are necessary.