**Cheer Coach Stipend**

Primary Purpose:

The Teacher Interventionist provides targeted academic intervention and instructional support to students who require additional assistance in reading, literacy, and core academic areas, including students identified with dyslexia and related disorders. The interventionist collaborates with teachers, administrators, parents, and support staff to improve student achievement, close learning gaps, and ensure compliance with state and district requirements related to dyslexia services and intervention support. 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certification

Dyslexia certification/training preferred (e.g., MTA, CALT, LETRS, Take Flight, or equivalent)

ESL certification preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Experience working with secondary students in intervention, special education, or literacy support

Knowledge of dyslexia characteristics, intervention strategies, and progress monitoring

Experience using data-driven instructional practices

Experience:

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

1. Provide small-group and individualized intervention instruction for students identified with dyslexia and other literacy-related learning needs
2. Implement evidence-based dyslexia programs and reading interventions aligned with district and state guidelines
3. Support student growth in reading fluency, comprehension, spelling, writing, and phonological awareness
4. Assist students in developing academic strategies, organization skills, and confidence

Collaboration

1. Collaborate with classroom teachers to align interventions with grade-level curriculum and student goals
2. Participate in ARD, MTSS/RTI, Section 504, and intervention meetings as needed
3. Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and intervention plans
4. Work closely with counselors, diagnosticians, dyslexia specialists, and administrators to support student success

Data & Compliance

1. Maintain accurate records of student progress, intervention logs, and assessment data
2. Monitor student performance and adjust instructional strategies based on data analysis
3. Ensure compliance with district procedures and Texas Education Agency dyslexia requirements
4. Assist with screening, identification, and progress monitoring processes

Campus Support

1. Support campus-wide literacy initiatives and academic intervention programs
2. Provide instructional strategies and resources to teachers serving struggling learners
3. Participate in professional development and ongoing training related to dyslexia and intervention best practices
4. Maintain a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes student achievement and growth

Other

1. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
2. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s), if assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Salary : $60,500 - $74,407