2026-2027 Dyslexia Therapist (Open Pool)

TITLE: DYSLEXIA THERAPIST QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's Degree with training in an Orton-Gillingham based Dyslexia Therapy Training program (accredited by the International Dyslexia Association (IDA))
2. Strong background in reading (preferred)
3. Four years of teaching experience at more than one grade level (preferred)
4. Evidence of strong written communication and presentation skills
5. Experience in providing professional development
6. Experience in working with students who have characteristics of dyslexia and/or a formative ruling of Dyslexia
7. Appropriate Educator License 203 Endorsement
8. Knowledge in the use of an Orton-Gillingham based instructional program
9. National certification as a Certified Academic Language Therapist (preferred) SUPERVISES: N/A REPORTS TO: Director of Curriculum and Instruction JOB GOAL: To lead district efforts in identifying students who qualify for dyslexia intervention services and to assist schools in making programming decisions that meet the student's needs. To provide ongoing training and support to staff members who provide dyslexia intervention to students qualifying for services. To train staff of effective instructional strategies for students who show characteristics of dyslexia or may have a formative ruling of dyslexia. To inform, train, and counsel parents of students who show characteristics of dyslexia or may have a formative ruling of dyslexia. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including, but are not limited to:
10. Instruct assigned students with characteristics /diagnosis of Dyslexia
11. Create lesson plans based on the analysis of instructional data to accelerate student learning
12. Oversee the administration /scoring of yearly required Universal Screeners for grades K-2
13. Ensure the district follows American College Testing (ACT) 1268
14. Oversee the administration /scoring of Screening for students in grades 2-12 as necessary
15. Assist schools in Universal Screening scores' interpretation
16. Assist school RTI committees in making program decisions for students who show characteristics of dyslexia and students who have gaps in literacy skills
17. Ensure the district is in compliance with House Bill 1046, that all students are administered a State Board Approved Dyslexia Screener in the Spring of Kindergarten and the Fall of First grade, and the data is submitted to the appropriate personnel at the Mississippi Department of Education
18. Assist schools in determining when students should be considered for a Dyslexia Screener
19. Administer and score Dyslexia Screeners, providing a written report of the Dyslexia Screening results and recommendations. Meet with the parents and school officials regarding the recommendations of the report
20. Review Dyslexia Assessments completed by outside agencies and determine if further testing is warranted. Meet with the parent and school officials regarding the district's programming recommendations
21. Administer and score the assessments necessary for Comprehensive Dyslexia Evaluation when warranted and provide written reports of results and recommendations
22. Meet with parents and school officials regarding recommendations of the report
23. Provide ongoing training for staff who provide dyslexia intervention to qualifying students
24. Provide ongoing training of effective literacy programs and instructional strategies to various staff members
25. Provide support, information, and ongoing training for parents
26. Attend school-related functions (e.g., PTA) outside the instructional day
27. Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance
28. Support the Hattiesburg Public School District Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan
29. Perform other duties assigned by supervisor TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees EVALUATION: Annually