Dyslexia Specialist

Dyslexia Specialist Teacher Supervisor: Building Administrator/Director of Special Education Contract Length: 190 days Job Classification: Certified Teacher FLSA Status: Exempt In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students.
We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development.
We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.
Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Principal, facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting student progress and outcomes, addressing specific educational needs of individual students and creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment.
Provide feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals.
All positions assigned 30 or more hours weekly (typically 6 hours daily) are eligible for a full benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance and paid leave.
Responsibilities Skilled at instructional design founded in the Science of Reading and delivering evidence-based instructional literacy interventions and strategies to address reading and writing challenges associated with dyslexia or related learning difficulties Consult with IEP teams in the development of and implementation of individualized education programs (IEP’s) tailored to each student’s unique needs and learning style Collaborate in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Multip-Tiered System of Supports framework with school administrators, teachers, and support staff Provide training and professional learning opportunities for teachers, staff, and parents on dyslexia awareness, intervention strategies, and best practices in inclusive education Stay current on research and developments in dyslexia and related fields to enhance knowledge and inform intervention strategies Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, and other relevant professionals to create a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment Design, facilitate, and participate in professional learning opportunities Engage teachers and teams in coaching cycles where appropriate Encourage parental involvement and help provide resources for continued support at home Expertise in adjusting intervention strategies based on ongoing assessment data to ensure continued progress Advocate for the needs of students with dyslexia within the school community and in interactions with parents and external stakeholders • Stay informed about local and national policies related to dyslexia and advocate for policy changes that support inclusive education Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field applicable to special education teaching.
License issued by Iowa BoEE for special education teaching.
Experience working with students with dyslexia and other learning differences at both the elementary and secondary level.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills Ability to adapt and differentiate instruction based on individual needs Certification as a Dyslexia Specialist or relevant certification in special education.
3 years or more teaching experience is preferred but not required.
Travel Requirements Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Amount of Time Physical Activity Occasionally (1%-32%) Frequently (33%-65%) Constantly (66%-100%) Mobility - - X Bend - X - Talk - - X Hear - - X Operate Computer - X - Stationary Position - X - Balance - - X Lift Up to 20 pounds - X - Manual Dexterity Tasks - X - Reaching/Pushing/Pulling - X - Sitting - X - Carrying (25 feet) X - - WORKING CONDITIONS: Amount of Time Working Conditions Occasionally (1%-32%) Frequently (33%-65%) Constantly (66%-100%) District Office Hours - - X Indoors - - X Weekends/Off Schedule X - - Temperature Extremes X - - It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
If you have questions or grievances related to this policy, please contact Aaron Davidson, Executive Director Educational Services, 515-576-1161, adavidson@fdschools.
org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, or contact the Office for Civil Rights Midwestern Division for U.
S.
Department of Education Office, John C.
Kluczynski Federal Building 230 S.
Dearborn St.
, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, bgreathouse@fdschools.
org, Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501).
Affirmative Action Compliance Coordinator The District’s Compliance Coordinator for Affirmative Action is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, 515-576-1161, kwhitmore@fdschools.
org, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.
Physical/Sexual Abuse Reporting The District’s Designated Investigators of Physical/Sexual Abuse of Students by School EmployeesRoger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,rporter@fdschools.
org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.
The alternate is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, bgreathouse@fdschools.
org, Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.
Harassment Complaints and Allegations The District’s Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,rporter@fdschools.
org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.
Sex Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) The District’s Coordinator for Sex Discrimination and Harassment is Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,rporter@fdschools.
org.
The Deputy Coordinator is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources.
Both are located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.
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7/2023 Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.