Dyslexia Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
Special Education - Professional/Dyslexia Interventionist
Date Posted:
6/30/2026
Location:
Huie
Job Title: Dyslexia Interventionist - Lead Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Director - Special Services Pay Grade: Teacher Salary 210 Days
Dept./School: Special Services Date Revised: May 15, 2026
Primary Purpose:
The Dyslexia Interventionist - Lead supports the district dyslexia program by providing instructional leadership, coaching, and program oversight. This role ensures high-quality implementation of evidence-based dyslexia interventions, supports accurate identification of students with characteristics of dyslexia, and delivers districtwide training for dyslexia interventionists, campus staff, and parents. The Dyslexia Interventionist - Lead mentors interventionists through modeling, feedback, and ongoing professional learning to promote consistent, effective instructional practices.
Qualifications:
Education / Certification:
• Valid Texas teacher certification
• Special Education certification required
• Training in dyslexia and related disorders
• Minimum of three years teaching experience
• Training in individualized, intensive, multisensory, phonetic instructional methods specific to dyslexia
• Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills
• Strong knowledge of common signs and characteristics of dyslexia
• Ability to administer and interpret dyslexia identification assessments
• Knowledge of district dyslexia program requirements and state dyslexia laws
• Ability to train teachers and staff in dyslexia intervention programs
• Ability to collaborate effectively with principals, teachers, students, parents, and community stakeholders
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience
• Experience delivering evidence based dyslexia intervention
• Experience administering and analyzing district reading assessments
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Deliver and model structured literacy instruction aligned with state dyslexia laws and the Science of Reading.
2. Monitor and support implementation of the Multisensory Teaching Approach (MTA) and other district approved dyslexia programs
3. Provide coaching and actionable feedback to dyslexia interventionists to improve instructional quality
4. Model effective dyslexia intervention lessons on campuses as needed
5. Provide districtwide professional development aligned to program needs
6. Train dyslexia interventionists, campus staff, and parents on dyslexia characteristics, interventions, and progress monitoring
7. Collaborate with district departments to ensure cohesive literacy support
8. Participate in district data reviews and support interventionists in analyzing student progress
9. Collaborate with district departments to ensure cohesive literacy support
10. Provide feedback to Dyslexia Interventionist to accelerate student achievement
11. Participate in data review and analysis of data pertaining to dyslexia students
12. Complete other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; District-wide and state travel: Regular interaction for students, staff, and families: Fast-paced instructional and coaching environment
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; Must be able to maintain a high level of concentration and control emotional stress in the current work environment.
Other: Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures; Other duties as assigned
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The Administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
I agree to perform these major responsibilities and duties and understand that this position is fully/partially funded by State Compensatory Education Funds for the school year 2026-2027 with the primary purpose of supporting activities aimed at improving academic achievement for students struggling to meet state standards or providing support for students at-risk of dropping out of school. This position is reviewed based on funding available.
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Approved by: Brenda Weintraub Date: 05/16/26
Reviewed by: Dr. Tamy Smalskas Date: 05/15/26