How to Become a Dyslexia Teacher
Dyslexia is a language-based learning disability that interferes with an individual's ability to read, spell and use language. Dyslexia is the most common cause of reading disabilities, but is often under-diagnosed or misdiagnosed. The demand for dyslexia tutors and dyslexia therapists has increased due to an increased awareness of the disorder. Individuals can be trained to become reading tutors for dyslexics with no college education. However, dyslexia therapists usually require more a extensive educational background.
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Instructions
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Barton Tutors Training
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Complete and pass the online Tutor Screening at the Barton Reading website.
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Choose a student to tutor and have them complete the Barton Student Screening to determine if they will benefit from the program.
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Purchase Level 1 of the Barton Reading system.
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Tutor your selected student through Level 1 and then purchase and use Level 2 and then Level 3 and complete those levels as well. Level 1 and 2 costs $250 and Level 3 costs $300.
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Tutor at least one more student through Levels 1, 2 and 3.
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Apply for employment at nearby school districts and tutoring centers or offer tutoring services privately.
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Take the Barton Certification Test. In 2010, the tests were offered in Mrytle Beach, SC, St. Louis, MO, Pheonix, AZ, Monroe, LA and San Francisco, CA.
Dyslexia Therapist Training
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Choose a program accredited by The International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council. A list of approved programs is listed on their website.
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Complete requirements of the chosen language therapy program. Programs may be offered as supplemental certifications or as master's degree programs.
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Tutor students throughout the training program in order to gain experience and meet certification requireements.
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Apply for dyslexia therapist positions at local schools or set up a private practice.
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Maintain certifications through continuing education courses.
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