Primary Purpose

Provide intensive instructional strategies utilizing individualized intensive multi-sensory methods for students identified as having dyslexia, reading difficulties and/or at risk of failing. The focus of the position is on instructional interventions for struggling students and teacher support.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid Texas teaching certificate

ESL certification required within seven months of employment for elementary and secondary core content areas; Math, Science, Social Studies, English, and Special Education.

Special Knowledge/Skills

General knowledge of reading difficulties

Knowledge of primary reading instruction and strategies

Experience

Three experience in elementary reading instruction preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

1. Implement approved techniques for treating students with dyslexia, related disorders, and reading difficulties.

2. Provide instructional strategies utilizing multi-sensory methods for students.

3. Provide each identified student access to instructional services for students with reading disorders or difficulties.

4. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

5. Present the subject matter according to treatment program and guidelines established by TEA, board policies and administrative regulations.

6. Plan and utilize appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.

7. Cooperate with other staff in planning and implementing a treatment program for at-risk students according to district requirements.

8. Use technology in the teaching and learning process.

Student Growth and Development

9. Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.

10. Consistently monitor student achievement through formal and informal methods.

Classroom Management and Organization

11. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ physical, social, and emotional development.

12. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to policies, procedures, and the code of conduct.

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

Communication

14. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents and staff and communicate information accurately and clearly.

15. Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

16. Present a positive role model for students and demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible.

Professional Growth and Development

17. Participate in professional learning and maintain familiarity with district initiatives to better serve students.

18. Keep informed of and comply with laws, policies, and regulations related to job functions.

19.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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Work days: 187
FISD pays $365 a month towards TRS Health Insurance
You can earn up to 5 local and 5 state days if you start at beginning of school year.

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or another legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

In accordance with Title IX, the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex and is required not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. Inquires about the application of Title IX may be referred to the district’s Title IX coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, or both. Inquiries about the application of Title IX to employment should be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, (FISD Superintendent, 234 Friendship Lane, 830-997-9551).

Reading Interventionist