Dyslexia Teacher - Pool Posting -2026-2027

MCKINNEY ISD

JOB TITLE: Dyslexia Teacher EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Principal/Special Populations Coordinator
PAYGRADE: Prof (1) – 187 days
DEPT/SCHOOL: Assigned Campus/Campuses
DATE REVISED: March 2020

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide students diagnosed with dyslexia or suspected of having dyslexia with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them reach their potential by developing competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education / Certification:

Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Valid Special Education EC-12 certificate

Valid ESL Supplemental certificate required for all elementary content area teachers and all Special Education teachers

Valid ESL Supplemental certificate preferred, but not required, for secondary Special Education teachers and all other secondary content area teachers

Willingness to obtain multiple certifications

Special Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

Knowledge of specific multi-sensory teaching strategies such as MTA, Take Flight, etc.

Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

Knowledge of Section 504 Committee Referral process and the development of individual accommodation plans

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Experience:

At least one-year student teaching or approved internship

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Strategies

• Participate in Section 504 Committee meetings and/or ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Provide individual student assessments to determine identification of dyslexia.
• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the State of Texas dyslexia obligations State of Texas dyslexia obligations (Per the Dyslexia Handbook Revised 2014, Texas Education Agency), and demonstrate written evidence of preparation, as required.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to provide programming for student. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students and support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook. This includes intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to Section 504 or IEP plans.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.

Other

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Assist in training staff on characteristics of dyslexia and identification of dyslexia.
• Maintain compliance with state dyslexia guidelines, the state’s dyslexia statutes and their relation to Federal laws such as IDEA and Section 504.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents in a timely manner.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; 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; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional district-wide and statewide travel; ability to transport materials/supplies to be used in presentations and in work sessions with teachers

Mental Demands: Ability to work collaboratively with the campus principal; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); coordinate district functions; ability to problem solve, to work collaboratively with others and to work on multiple projects/tasks within a given period of time

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board Policy on Evaluations.