Bridge OG Instructional Specialist

106 E. Church Street
Orlando, Florida 32801
407-849-1665

Bridge Teacher Job Description

Orton-Gillingham Reading Teacher
Position: Orton-Gillingham Reading Teacher
Reports to: Director of The Bridge and Student Support

The Christ School is looking for a dynamic educator to serve as an Orton-Gillingham reading teacher. The
duties and responsibilities of the Orton-Gillingham reading teacher involve instruction directly related to
students with dyslexia.
Qualifications
● Evidence and articulate a faith and relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
● Bachelor’s degree or higher in education from an accredited college/university
● Evidence of at least (3) years of exemplary classroom teaching experience and support for children
with learning differences
● Proficient in the understanding of children with dyslexia
● Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
● Superior planning, organization, and time management skills
● Demonstrate creativity and flexibility in planning and delivery of instruction
Instruction and Integration
The Bridge Reading Teacher will:
● Collaborate between classroom teachers, families, Bridge Instructional Specialist and the Director of
The Bridge and Student Support
● Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and technology that
reflect an understanding of the dyslexic learner, the Orton-Gillingham approach, and individual student
needs
● Observe and evaluate student performance and development
● Provide prescriptive and diagnostic small group instruction based upon the students’ specific needs as
documented by an educational evaluation and classroom progress
● Use formative and summative assessments and document student progress and achievement; assess
and analyze student strengths and needs; design and implement appropriate instruction to facilitate
learning and growth
● Complete Orton-Gillingham Academy at the Associate Level coursework and practicum or beyond
Leadership and Professional Growth
The Intensive Reading Teacher will:
● Become a member of the Orton-Gillingham Academy at the Associate Level or beyond
● Stay abreast of current research by attending professional development related to learning disabilities
● Work with the Bridge Instructional Specialist and Director of The Bridge and Student Support to identify
valuable instructional resources to meet student needs
● Establish and maintain communication with parents about their children’s academic progress and
needs
Key Competencies
● Understand and support The Christ School mission, vision, and defining characteristics
● Work cooperatively and collaboratively with all colleagues
● Commit to constantly improve
● Display flexibility and adaptability in responding to new situations and expectations and present a
positive attitude and helpful demeanor
● Demonstrate self-motivation and initiative
● Possess a high energy level, physically, mentally and emotionally
● Exhibit attention to detail in organization and planning