Job Details
| Region: | 10 |
| School District/Employer: | Plano ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office |
| Position: | Coordinator |
| Assignment Level: | |
| Job Title: | Coordinator Dyslexia Services |
| School: | Plano ISD |
| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 5/11/2021 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Primary Purpose: Facilitate professional learning experiences and provide coaching support for campus dyslexia specialists to assist students diagnosed with dyslexia or suspected of having dyslexia to help them reach their potential by developing competencies and skill to function successfully in society. Assist campuses with data analysis and identification of students considered for additional intervention or further assessment. Education/Certification: Bachelors and Masters degree from accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate Valid ESL Supplemental certificate Teacher certification with Reading Specialization preferred Valid EC-12 Special Education certificate preferred Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area Knowledge of specific multi-sensory teaching strategies Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting process and implementation Knowledge of Section 504 Committee Referral process and the development of individual accommodation plans Knowledge of curriculum and instruction Knowledge of the science of reading and screening/assessment best practices Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness Preferred Experience: Minimum of three years of teaching experience in area of assignment Experience working with students with dyslexia and providing appropriate support Minimum of three years of district leadership preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties: Provide training and support for campus specialists/facilitators using the identified district dyslexia program to meet the needs of individual students K-12 Participate in campus Section 504 Committee meetings and/or ARD Committee meetings as needed Collaborate with principals, teachers, and parents to coordinate a strong academic program Serve as a resource to campus MTSS teams seeking information of dyslexia and other reading difficulties Collaborate with assessment department to gather data and develop evaluation instruments to guide program improvement and to monitor student progress Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs and scheduling to assist teachers/specialists to pilot such efforts when appropriate Communicate district curriculum, instructional practices, accomplishments, goals, and new directions to parents and the community at large to solicit their support Encourage, organize, and administer subject area competitions Demonstrate skill in coaching staff and peers Implement and monitor policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and the local board policies in the area of specialization Contribute to the development of budgets by submitting cost estimates based upon documented program needs Take the initiative to develop professional skills appropriate to job assignments. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible and be a role model for all district staff and students Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor |
| Qualifications: | |
| Salary Range: | Minimum Salary: $80,889.72 / Days: 246 (salary commensurate with experience |
| Benefits: | |
| How To Apply: | Candidates must complete an online application with Plano ISD by visiting here: https://www.pisd.edu/Page/5527 -and- Send resume/cover letter to laurie.taylor@pisd.edu |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Laurie Taylor |
| Email: | laurie.taylor@pisd.edu |
| Address: | 2700 West 15th Street |
| City: | Plano |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 75075 |
| Phone: | (469) 752-8191 |
| Fax: | (469) 752-8068 |