Summary
The Dyslexia Interventionist typically provides state required Orton Gillingham instruction. The interventionist along with the Dyslexia Therapist will plan and instruct lessons for students in groups of 5-6 at a time. They will instruct students in small groups or individually.
Responsibilities
Classroom and School Environment
Instruction (if applicable)
Professional Responsibilities
Qualifications
Must have one of the following:
Reports to: Dyslexia Therapist
The Dyslexia Interventionist typically provides state required Orton Gillingham instruction. The interventionist along with the Dyslexia Therapist will plan and instruct lessons for students in groups of 5-6 at a time. They will instruct students in small groups or individually.
Responsibilities
Classroom and School Environment
- Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurable
- Contribute to a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport
- Manage student behavior during interventions
- Monitor each students' progress while documenting data.
Instruction (if applicable)
- Tutor small groups and individuals, under the direction and using the tools/rubrics of state approved Dyslexia curriculum.
- Deliver a direct, effective reading instruction in Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension
- Supervise skill practice, and some digital learning.
Professional Responsibilities
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality
- Collaborate with Dyslexia Therapist.
Qualifications
- Previous experience working with children
- Orton Gillingham trained/ Knowledge of subject matter being taught
- Bachelor's degree a plus, but not required
- Minimum of Associates degree, 60 College Hours or passing score on Para Praxis Exam
- Demonstrated effectiveness working with people who have differing cultural backgrounds and/or personal characteristics, including race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or economic differences.
- Knowledge of subject matter being taught
Must have one of the following:
- 60+ Hours from an accredited college or university - Transcript required
- Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university - Transcript required
- Successful completion of the Para-Professional Praxis Exam - Score documentation required
- B.S.E. transcript
Reports to: Dyslexia Therapist