Reading Interventionist - Special Education (26-27 school year)

POSITION TITLE: Reading Interventionist - Special Education

EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Coordinator of 504

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  10 or 10.5 months - according to contract, 2026-2027 school year

Primary Purpose: 

This is a State Compensatory Education funded position to provide compensatory, intensive, and or accelerated services to students identified as educationally disadvantaged. Provide instructional strategies utilizing individualized intensive multi-sensory methods for students identified as having dyslexia, reading difficulties and/or at risk of failing.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Take Flight Certification, preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

General knowledge of reading difficulties

Knowledge of primary reading instruction and strategies     

Experience

Five years’ experience in primary reading instruction, preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Implement approved techniques for treating students with dyslexia, related disorders, and reading difficulties.
• Provide instructional strategies utilizing multi-sensory methods for students.
• Provide each identified student access to instructional services for students with reading disorders or difficulties.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Present the subject matter according to treatment program and guidelines established by TEA, board policies and administrative regulations.
• Plan and utilize appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
• Cooperate with other staff in planning and implementing a treatment program for at-risk students according to district requirements.
• Use technology in the teaching and learning process.

Student Growth and Development

• Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
• Consistently monitor student achievement through formal and informal methods.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to policies, procedures, and the code of conduct.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents and staff and communicate information accurately and clearly.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Present a positive role model for students and demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible. 

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in professional learning and maintain familiarity with district initiatives to better serve students.
• Keep informed of and comply with laws, policies, and regulations related to job functions.
• Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement and remain current on reading strategies.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, computer, peripherals, electronic devices
• Posture: Prolonged sitting/standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, reaching
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, keyboarding, use of mouse, wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
• Environment: Work is performed in a classroom setting; exposure to contagious diseases; frequent and routine in-district travel; occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress, work with frequent interruptions