Dyslexia Interventionist

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Aid in ensuring full compliance with federal and state regulations for students with disabilities (IDEA, Section 504, ADA), with a focus on dyslexia services
• Implement dyslexia-specific interventions and evidence-based reading instruction tailored to student needs
• Conduct and interpret dyslexia screenings and assessments to identify at-risk students and guide instructional planning
• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans for students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities
• Facilitate the development and implementation of academic and behavioral intervention programs for individual students
• Collaborate with general education teachers to provide accommodations, modifications, and instructional strategies for students with dyslexia
• Prepare and report accurate and timely data for internal and external regulatory purposes
• Monitor progress through regular progress monitoring and data collection to ensure student growth and plan adjustments as needed
• Deliver training and professional development for school staff on dyslexia awareness, interventions, and compliance best practices

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid fingerprint clearance
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to support staff, students, and families
• Ability to interpret and utilize assessment data to inform instruction and intervention decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in a dyslexia intervention program (e.g., Certified Dyslexia Specialist or similar)
• Experience supporting special education or dyslexia services in a school setting
• Familiarity with progress monitoring tools and data-driven decision making
• Experience with dyslexia identification, intervention, and instruction (e.g., Reading by Design, Wilson Reading System, or similar programs)
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to Special Education, Section 504, and dyslexia services
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Reading Education, or a related field

About BASIS Ed

The BASIS academic program is consistently ranked among the top 10 programs nationally and is competitive on an international scale. The mission of BASIS Schools is to provide an academically excellent and rigorous liberal arts college preparatory education to all Lower and Upper School students.

Benefits And Salary

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
• Employer paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with partial match that grows over time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)