Regional Dyslexia Coach - Houston (26-27)

Regional Dyslexia Coach

Mission:

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. The position blends hands-on instructional support with systems-level auditing to ensure equitable, compliant, and effective services for all students

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Location:

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)

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

· 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.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

· Maintain accurate documentation and support timely reporting for state and internal compliance metrics.

· Directly coach PDIs (Providers of Dyslexia Instruction) and other regional instructional coaches, leaders, and campus teacher leaders.

· Collaborate with assessment teams and intervention staff to coordinate supports for students with reading disabilities.

· Work closely with the National Director of Inclusion Supports, National Dyslexia Coach, and regional special education teams to align programming.

· Communicate with school leaders, teachers, and families to promote understanding of dyslexia supports and expectations.

· May work directly with small groups of students (2-8) as needed based on data and specific campus conditions.

Knowledge and Skills – Competencies

• Make Strategic Decisions: This team member uses data and trends to drive decisions that impact multiple teams, while anticipating risks and planning contingencies for key initiatives. They apply strategic frameworks to clarify challenges and guide coherent action, and they actively support others in strengthening their strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.

• Manage Work and Teams: This team member leads cross-functional coordination to align efforts with strategic goals, optimizing resource use and minimizing silos. They build accountability frameworks, monitor key performance indicators to guide adjustments, and mentor emerging leaders, while implementing scalable systems that enhance efficiency and team effectiveness.

• Grow Self and Others: This team member identifies development needs across multiple groups and integrates them into broader strategic plans. They create structures that support ongoing growth, engage in succession planning, and continuously refine development strategies based on outcomes and data. Through this work, they foster a culture where continuous learning is a core part of daily work and leadership.

• Build a Culture of Trust: This team member builds trust and drives positive engagement across multiple groups, as reflected in strong feedback and survey results. They proactively address concerns, model transparency and authenticity, and foster collaboration through open, honest communication and shared ownership.

• Communicate Deliberately: This team member communicates a clear and compelling vision that aligns team efforts with organizational goals. They proactively identify and address communication gaps across workstreams, implementing solutions to enhance coordination, while anticipating and resolving stakeholder concerns before they surface.

Additional Skills: None

Required Education and Experience:

· Education: Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required;

· Certification: Valid Special Education Certification (required).

· Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in teaching students with dyslexia or related reading disabilities.

Preferred Education and Experience:

· Dyslexia Specialist or Reading Specialist certification preferred.

· Prior coaching or leadership experience preferred.

· Master’s degree preferred.

Physical Requirements:

· Sitting for extended periods of time

· Lifting items weighing 15 lbs. or less

· Sedentary office environment

What We Offer:

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.

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 Experience 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