Paraprofessional Dyslexia Interventionist

Under the direction of the District Dyslexia Specialist and the Assistant Superintendent, the Paraprofessional-Dyslexia Interventionist will plan and implement quality, multisensory dyslexia intervention using the Barton Reading and Spelling System in small group settings across multiple district campuses and external partner locations, for students who meet the eligibility guidelines.

Reports To: District Dyslexia Specialist and Assistant Superintendent

Contract Days: 180

Salary: To be determined by salary schedule

Education, Experience, Skills, and Certification: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Associate Degree (two year college or technical school): Preferred, however, a passing score on the Paraprofessional Proficiency Assessment will substitute for the Associate Degree requirement
Must be able to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency with computers and programs associated with the position

Physical Demands

Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching
Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights
General Competencies

Positive attitude - Optimistic, team-first attitude displayed at all times
Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with students, parents, and co-workers
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
Oral Communication - Ability to clearly and appropriately articulate sounds and effectively communicate with others using the spoken word
Written Communication - Ability to clearly, appropriately, and concisely communicate with others in writing
Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type
Creative - Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea
Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work
Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task
Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards
Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others
Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace
Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal
Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals
Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information
Loyal - The trait of feeling a sense of duty to the employer
Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task
Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous
Punctuality - Ability to report to work on time on a day-to-day basis
Regular attendance - Exhibiting regular attendance in order to perform duties in a satisfactory manner
Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy
Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct
Tactful - Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others
Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations

Primary Performance Duties & Responsibilities

Provide specialized instruction under the supervision of the District Dyslexia Specialist for students identified with Characteristics of Dyslexia as set by Arkansas state requirements at outlying facilities and across multiple campuses within the district..
Follow the district Dyslexia program's guidelines to implement with fidelity.
Maintain all paperwork, data management, folders, and progress monitoring required.
Frequently communicate with supervisors, teachers, and parents on student progress.
Attend and complete professional development requirements related to Dyslexia and other district processes/programs/protocols as needed and/or required.