Regional Dyslexia Coach - Houston (26-27)

About the role

The Regional Dyslexia Coach provides leadership, coaching, and compliance oversight for the effective implementation of the organization’s dyslexia program. This role ensures high-quality instructional practices and program fidelity across campuses, supporting both general and special education teachers to deliver research-based interventions for students with dyslexia and related reading difficulties. The coach serves as a regional expert in dyslexia identification, instruction, and compliance with state and federal special education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide Instructional Coaching and Professional Development
• Deliver ongoing coaching and training to dyslexia teachers and interventionists on evidence-based reading instruction, progress monitoring, and intervention fidelity.
• Model and Support Effective Instruction
• Model instructional strategies, co-plan and co-teach with campus teams, and support alignment of dyslexia instruction with IEPs.
• Analyze Student Data to Drive Instruction
• Review and interpret student performance data to guide instructional decisions and ensure appropriate tiered supports for students with reading disabilities.
• Ensure Program Compliance and Documentation
• Conduct audits of dyslexia files, service logs, and progress monitoring documentation to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Support Identification and Service Delivery Processes
• Partner with campus and regional leaders to ensure accurate identification, eligibility determination, and delivery of dyslexia services.
• Serve as Regional Dyslexia Liaison
• Act as the regional expert and liaison for dyslexia initiatives, aligning campus practices with organizational goals and compliance expectations.
• Develop Resources and Program Tools
• Contribute to the development of professional learning materials, resources, and tools to strengthen the consistency and quality of dyslexia services.

Requirements

This is a full-time onsite position located in Houston, TX. Preference will be given to candidates who live in the region, or who are willing to relocate. Travel Expectations: The candidate will travel to campuses within the region (80% on campus).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required;
• Certification: Valid Special Education Certification (required).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in teaching students with dyslexia or related reading disabilities.
• Dyslexia Specialist or Reading Specialist certification preferred.
• Prior coaching or leadership experience preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Skills

• Make Strategic Decisions
• Manage Work and Teams
• Grow Self and Others
• Build a Culture of Trust
• Communicate Deliberately

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits: Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $78,900 and $92,000, 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.