Job Title: District Dyslexia Teacher School Year: 2023-24 Reports to: Director of Literacy and Coordinator of Dyslexia Pay Grade: Professional Department: Curriculum & Instruction Term: 187/EXEMPT Salaries for certified positions are based on the hiring guide (a salary chart based on years of experience) found on the LCISD website. You will receive an invitation to complete a video interview. The video interview is a mandatory piece of the LCISD application process. You must also complete the EPI assessment. Primary Purpose Teach Take Flight and other dyslexia programs identified by the district. Apply knowledge of federal, state, and district procedures for students with dyslexia. Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure the success of all students. Qualifications Education/Certification Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate Certified Academic Language Therapist or Certfied Academic Language Practitioner - must be in progress if not completed Knowledge and Skills Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned Knowledge of dyslexia and related disorders Ability to interpret data Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience Successful teaching experience in the area assigned Demonstrate success in using digital tools and resources Demonstrate success working with peers or other adults Demonstrate capacity to be self-directed, organized, and collaborative with all staff members Use of Skyward, eduphoria! School Objects, iOS, Mac OS, email and file storage systems, and learning management systems (Google Drive, Google Classroom, etc.) preferred Specialized Training Certified Academic Language Therapist or Certified Academic Language Practitioner Attend dyslexia training at the Region 17 ESC Success Ed for 504 Other training as assigned Major Responsibilities and Duties The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties: Teaching Teach the Take Flight program and/or other approved curriculum on assigned campus(es) Plan effective lessons utilizing designated curriculum Progress monitor students to ensure growth Assessment Utilize the dyslexia screener as assigned Collect informal or anecdotal data concerning students from teachers and administrators Collaborate with 504 and ARD committees Reporting Create, scan and file dyslexia documentation Collect data from previous schools Progress monitor students identified with dyslexia Other Duties Work collaboratively with other departments including, but not limited to, Curriculum & Instruction and Special Education on special projects Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education, & local board policy Exhibit positive, professional attitude, attire, and communication at all times Report to work on time daily and follow District attendance policies (Skyward Reporting) Other duties as assigned by Coordinator or Director