Job Details

Primary Purpose:

To provide technical assistance and professional development in designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating activities that address the unique needs of the Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in the area of building a strong Math and RLA framework in conjunction with Strong Foundations work. This role will also include supporting leaders with the implementation of Bluebonnet Learning. Utilize an effective and efficient planning process based on pertinent student, campus, and district data sources to assist LEAs in instructional improvement and meeting LEA and ESC accountability requirements.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• Master's degree required
• Texas teaching certification required
• Texas school administrator certificate preferred

• Instructional leadership experience required
• Experience in instructional coaching required
• Experience with TCMPC(TEKS RS/TCR) preferred

• Texas Teaching experience required

• Successful classroom teaching experience and experience working with campus-level administrators in curriculum and instruction required
• Demonstrated ability to set goals and problem-solve
• Demonstrated ability to manage time, calendar, job responsibilities, and travel
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to team and organizational goals
• Proven ability to deliver content-specific professional development as well as systemic best practice (e.g., campus-wide/district-wide) professional development
• Proven ability to train and coach personnel in various school roles (e.g., teachers, support staff, principals, central office staff, superintendent)
• Experience as a campus administrator preferred

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Must be physically able to tolerate prolonged sitting, frequent standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, and standing
• Motion: Must be physically able to tolerate frequent standing and walking, repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching, occasional driving
• Lifting: Must be physically able to tolerate regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds or more)
• Environment: Must be physically able to work inside; tolerate frequent regional travel and occasional statewide travel; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Must be able to work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours on occasion
• Regular Attendance is an essential function

1. Provides effective, research-based instructional support for developing Math and RLA instruction frameworks for campuses in Region 16 (e.g., ESC-designated instructional coaching model, professional development, PLC support, grading of artifacts, etc.) and supports leadership in implementing Bluebonnet Learning
2. Communicate effectively with superintendents, principals, and the appropriate staff to develop a systemic process to enhance student performance
3. Provides content, best practices, and pedagogical expertise in technical assistance and professional development to support the improvement of instructional practices for monitoring and evaluating student learning
4. Collaborates with colleagues in and beyond the ESC to identify professional development needs through detailed data analysis and self-reflection to provide quality services to customers that positively impact student learning (supporting SI and non-SI campuses)
5. Sets modifies, and meets short- and long-term professional goals based on self-assessment, reflection, peer and supervisor feedback, contemporary research, and analysis of student learning
6. Clearly articulates the work plan while adhering to all departmental protocols for work-from-home and hybrid work arrangements, as applicable.
7. Manages a state or federal grant, if applicable, and follows all guidelines and timelines outlined in the grant
8. Provides state-mandated trainings, if applicable
9. Creates ongoing collegial relationships with customers
10. Travels as a part of job responsibilities
11. Maintains a functioning cell phone and is accessible through this phone as deemed appropriate by the director. A functioning cell phone means that it is charged, activated, messages checked, and mailbox emptied regularly
12. Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities
13. Performs duties that directly and/or indirectly impact student performance in Region 16
14. Maintains a professional level of confidentiality regarding all ESC matters
15. Supports the ESC Manifesto: mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC strategic plan
16. Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC safety program
17. Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures (e.g., technical assistance, time and effort, etc.)
18. Manages time, calendar, and job responsibilities to meet deadlines
19. Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor
20. Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor
21. Performs other duties as assigned