504/Dyslexia Specialist

Caddo Parish Schools Job Description

Job Title: 504/Dyslexia Specialist


Grade: B


Prepared By: Jan Holliday


Prepared Date: November 30, 2004


Approved By: Mary Nash Robinson


Approved Date: November 30, 2004

SUMMARY


Works to implement 504 regulations, goals and objectives for all Caddo school system students and employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plans strategies to assist teachers in meeting diverse needs and varied abilities of students covered by 504 regulations.
• Keeps current on 504 regulations, professional literature, organizations, programs, and bulletins/guides.
• Responds to parent and school questions, requests and concerns about Section 504 or rights of students meeting 504 qualifications.
• Works with teachers, school administrators and special education personnel to plan programs that meet needs and accommodations of students covered by 504 provisions.
• Responds to requests from Caddo school system employees for information regarding special needs or accommodations related to specific temporary or permanent handicapping conditions.
• Consults with school 504 designees and other employees to help them maintain 504 records and to comply with federal, state and local 504 regulations.
• Makes progress toward achieving objectives in the Professional Growth Plan.
• Remains current with professional literature and organizations pertaining to Section 504 regulations and programs.
• Supervises dyslexia teachers assigned to the department.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned by the Director of Special Services.
• Plans and implements, under the supervision of the Director of Special Services, the goals and objectives and mandates of Section 504.
• Maintains accurate records and reports and forwards them to the Director of Special Services as requested.
• Communicates with individuals, groups and agencies that provide assistance to students and adults in Section 504.
• Consults with English Language Learner Designees and other employees to help maintain EL records and to comply with federal, state, and local EL regulations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES


Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring recommendations, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE


Ability equal to that resulting from satisfactory completion of courses required for graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university. Capability equivalent to that normally achieved through at least five years of continuous professional experience.

SKILL RELATED


Should satisfy Louisiana requirements for a teaching certificate with authorization for Parish or City Supervisor of Instruction, or Educational Leader 1 or 2.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to work tactfully and harmoniously with staff, schools, agencies, parents and/or the public.
• Physical stamina and emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control.
• Ability to hold records, reports and conversations in confidence.
• Ability and initiative to plan, organize and carry out assignments under minimum supervision.
• Neat, well groomed, appropriately dressed appearance.

LANGUAGE SKILLS


Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or board of education.

REASONING ABILITY


Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT


Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to CPSB policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

CHAIN OF SUPERVISION


Director of Special Services

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT


260 days