Promesa Academy Charter School ยท 5 months ago
Certified Academic Language Therapist - Bilingual - CALT (Shared Service Partnership)
Texas
Contract
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$40/hr - $60/hr
2+ years expPromesa Academy is focused on providing educational support to bilingual students. They are seeking a Certified Academic Language Therapist to deliver structured literacy intervention and academic therapy services to Spanish-speaking students with dyslexia and related learning differences.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Deliver academic therapy in English and/or Spanish, depending on student needs
Use structured literacy programs such as Esperanza, Take Flight, or other evidence-based tools
Customize therapy to meet language dominance, cultural background, and cognitive profile
Provide 1:1 or small-group therapy with fidelity to curriculum
Monitor bilingual student progress with validated, language-appropriate tools
Maintain accurate service records, therapy notes, and reports
Participate in family meetings and team discussions to report on student response to intervention
Work closely with special education teams, 504 coordinators, and dyslexia specialists
Serve as a subject-matter expert on bilingual structured literacy and language therapy
Ensure compliance with state and federal laws regarding dyslexia and bilingual education
Maintain CALT and TDLR licensure in good standing
Stay current on best practices for bilingual dyslexia intervention
Follow ALTA and TEA ethical and professional standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in education, special education, or related field
Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) credential from ALTA or equivalent
Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency required
Expertise in structured literacy, multisensory instruction, and bilingual language development
Strong cultural competency and ability to adapt instruction to dual-language learners
Proficiency with teletherapy tools and digital instructional platforms
Strong collaboration and communication skills in English and Spanish
Minimum of 2 years of structured literacy intervention experience required
Deliver academic therapy in English and/or Spanish, depending on student needs
Monitor bilingual student progress with validated, language-appropriate tools
Maintain accurate service records, therapy notes, and reports
Work closely with special education teams, 504 coordinators, and dyslexia specialists
Maintain CALT and TDLR licensure in good standing
Stay current on best practices for bilingual dyslexia intervention
Follow ALTA and TEA ethical and professional standards
Preferred
Licensed Dyslexia Therapist (LDT) from TDLR preferred
Texas teaching certificate preferred
Experience supporting bilingual students with dyslexia highly preferred
Prior experience in school-based or virtual service settings preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation and flexible contract opportunities
Access to culturally responsive tools and support
Be part of a mission-driven team focused on equity in intervention
Company
Promesa Academy Charter School
Promesa Academy is deeply committed to ensuring that every child lives up to their power and potential through a quality public education.
11-50 employees
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Early StageLeadership Team
Isaac Williams, Ed.M.
Chief Executive Officer/Superintendent
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