Faculty and Staff at Fairhill School in North Dallas

Fairhill School’s faculty represents the finest collection of learning difference specialists in North Dallas. With 70% holding advanced degrees and specialized certifications, and an average tenure of 12-15 years, our teachers bring exceptional expertise and deep commitment to every student’s success.

Qualifications

Faculty Qualifications

Our teachers have completed specialized training in evidence-based methodologies including structured literacy, multi-sensory instruction, and executive function development. Certifications include dyslexia therapy, Orton-Gillingham training, Advanced degrees span education, psychology, special education, reading specialist fields, and STEM-related degrees.

Rigorous hiring standards attract educators who are highly qualified and deeply committed to empowering students with learning differences. Advanced degrees span education, psychology, special education, and reading specialist fields.

Our Expertise

Deep Experience & Specialized Expertise

Deep Experience

The 12–15 year average tenure reflects faculty dedication to our mission and creates stability that directly benefits students. Experienced teachers have worked with thousands of students with learning differences, developing deep understanding of individual learning profiles and effective strategies. Long tenure also builds strong relationships with students and families, creating a supportive community that extends beyond the classroom.

Specialized Expertise

Faculty bring targeted expertise across all major learning differences:

Dyslexia: Structured literacy and Orton-Gillingham methodology

Dysgraphia: Assistive technology

Dyscalculia: Multi-sensory mathematics instruction

ADHD: Structured environments, executive function coaching

Auditory Processing: Visual supports, environmental modifications

Beyond specific learning differences, teachers understand neurodevelopmental variations, sensory processing, and the social-emotional dimensions of learning differently. This comprehensive knowledge enables them to address all aspects of student development.

Growth

Ongoing Professional Development

Fairhill School invests significantly in continuous learning. Faculty participate in workshops, conferences, graduate coursework, and collaboration with researchers and experts. A professional learning community encourages peer mentoring, shared research, and consistent implementation of best practices.

Teachers maintain evidence-based practice through data collection, progress monitoring, and outcome assessment that inform instructional decisions. This scientific approach ensures students benefit from the most effective methods available.

Culture

Collaborative Culture

Faculty work as teams through regular planning meetings, case study discussions, and coordinated interventions. Experienced teachers mentor newer colleagues, sharing expertise while welcoming fresh perspectives. This collaboration maximizes instructional effectiveness and ensures consistent support for every student.

Individualized student support is central to our culture. Teachers develop detailed knowledge of each student’s learning profile, adjusting methods, pacing, materials, and assessments accordingly. Faculty also teach self-advocacy skills, helping students understand their own strengths and differences.

Our Team

Support Staff

Our multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive support that complements classroom instruction, reinforcing learning goals through a coordinated approach.

Learning Specialists

Providing individualized instruction and skill building

Curriculum Specialist

Curriculum development and instructional support

Counselors

addressing social-emotional development and well-being

Technology specialists

managing assistive technology and educational tools

Curriculum development

supporting classroom instruction

All support staff hold advanced degrees and certifications in their fields. Services are integrated with classroom instruction, reinforcing learning goals through a coordinated approach.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Seventy percent hold master’s degrees or higher, with specialized certifications in dyslexia therapy, special education, reading instruction, and related fields.
Average tenure is 12-15 years, providing continuity and deep expertise that benefits students and families.
Ongoing training in structured literacy, multi-sensory instruction, executive function development, assistive technology, and current research through workshops, conferences, and certification programs.
We maintain a 7:1 ratio, enabling individualized attention, customized instruction, and immediate feedback.
Yes. Regular communication, progress reports, conferences, and collaborative planning ensure families have strategies for supporting learning at home.
Learning specialists, occupational therapists, counselors, technology specialists, and educational assistants work collaboratively with teachers to provide comprehensive support.
During campus visits, open houses, and admission interviews. We encourage families to observe classes and speak with teachers about their approaches.

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