National Dyslexia Coach (Immediate Opening)

• Act as a strategic thought partner, confidante, and sounding board for the Director of Special Programs Instruction and for leaders within the VP of Special Programs line of management, including Managing Directors/Directors, as well as other National and Regional Special Programs compliance and instructional roles in the organization.
• Monitor and communicate dyslexia services being provided as per state guidelines in collaboration with Regional Special Programs Team
• Coordinate and interact with other National Departments to strategize, develop products, create implementation processes and trainings to develop senior, regional and campus leaders as well as teachers across the organization in the area of dyslexia
• Design, develop and implement dyslexia systems of organization for repeated procedures, including setting responsibilities, coordinating functions among special programs department and providing accountability for adherence
• Coordinate, develop and communicate in collaboration with the Assessment team an appropriate plan to all stakeholders to ensure Kinder and First grade students Dyslexia Screening Assessment, implementation and reporting are in adherence to state guidelines
• Develop, communicate and implement a process for staff to become Certified Academic Language Practitioners  
• Coordinate with National Special Education Compliance Team to provide feedback for high quality training for School Psychologists and Ed diags in developing most up to date evaluation practices for dyslexia
• Coordinate with SIS and Special Education Administrator to ensure accurate state reporting and coding for students with Dyslexia
• Direct, plan and develop training for mandatory dyslexia compliance and instructional training for any staff required in Texas
• Communication with a variety of audiences external and internal within variety of contexts, including but not limited to dyslexia progress toward goals, dyslexia priorities, resources and training requirements in the state of Texas
• Prepare and/or contribute to the preparation of reports, proposals, briefings, presentations, and responses on functional or organizational Special Programs dyslexia data/outcomes
• Coordinate and interact with the Business Office and Business Partners to prepare and plan the budget and spending of dyslexia funds

• Knowledge and Skills
• IDEA 2004 laws and regulations- Job requires a high level of understanding of Special Education laws and regulations
• Section 504 laws and regulations- Job requires a high level of understanding of Section 504 laws and regulations
• Dyslexia Handbook Policy- Job requires a high level of understanding of Dyslexia law and regulations across four states (Texas, Louisiana, Florida and Ohio)
• Emotional Intelligence- Job requires a high level of emotional intelligence for interacting with the VP and colleagues
• Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical
• Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities, challenges, and share opinions and direction without hesitation
• Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations
• Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations
• Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks
• Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done
• Self-Control — Job requires maintaining composure and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in difficult situations
• Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks
• Dependability/Consistency- Job requires timely delivery on all commitments.
• Anticipatory- Job requires thinking ahead and preparing for likely next steps or outcomes
• Proven experience translating data and metrics to action
• Demonstrable experience managing high-profile projects
• Robust written and verbal communication portfolio
• Must have demonstrated experience in strategy, analysis, project management, and interacting/influencing leaders

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• Master’s Degree (preferred) 
• Certified Academic Language Therapist or Licensure as a Dyslexia Therapist (preferred) 
• Certification as an Educational Diagnostician or Licensure as a School Psychology (preferred)
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with students with Dyslexia
• Technology: High level of proficiency with Office 365 suite

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Lifting items weighing 20 lbs. or less
• Sedentary office environment
• Occasional exposure to outside elements

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits:

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $81,800 and $95,800, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

* IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Application process:

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Learn more about IDEA 

At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members.  Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values