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.