Strong Foundations Instructional Specialist

Huntsville, AL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Goal:

Strong FoundationsInstructionalSpecialistswill train and coach R6LEAs through the implementation of the Texas Education Agency Strong Foundations grantand associated products.

Qualifications and Experience:

Current Texas State Teaching Certification (required)
Masters Degree (required)

Special Knowledge & Skills:

Extensive knowledge of current researchregardingeffective practices in curriculum and instruction
Extensive knowledge of assessment practices and ways to use data to inform instruction and staff learning
The ability toestablishmeasurable outcomes and backwards-plan toward the
Successful implementation of a work plan
A demonstrated ability to produce host and deliver best-in-class professional development and implementations supportutilizingvarious multimedia formats
The ability to juggle multiple ongoing priorities

Experience:

Three or more years supporting administrators and teachers

Five or more years of classroom teaching experience

Experience developing and delivering professional learning

Instructional Coaching experience (highlypreferred)

Responsibilities and Duties Common to all Region6ESCInstructionalEmployees:

Support districts in the implementation ofinstructional resourcesforTier 1instruction in area of responsibility.

Develop present andfacilitateeffective professional development.

Provide technicalassistanceand customized services.

Provide support andexpertisein planning developing implementing and evaluating professional development services and products in the area(s) of responsibility.

Assistwith planning and implementation of ongoing needs assessment and services forRegion6customer districts.

Assistin planning and developing special project activities e.g. grant proposals interdepartmental services demonstration sites research studies and other customer-based projects.

Engage in professional development tomaintainknowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility.

Participate in state-level functions related to area(s) of responsibility.

Provide technicalassistanceand services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Specific Responsibilities and Duties for Strong FoundationsInstructionalSpecialists:

Support districts in the implementation ofStrongFoundationsinstructionalmaterialsinthe areaofresponsibility.

Attend and activelyparticipatein all required TEA trainings and meetings to support the implementation of the Strong Foundations grant for participating LEAs

Complete all RBIS and Product Academy sessions and obtain certification

Adhere to all guidelines deliverables and timelines as outlined in the Strong Foundations grant

Monitor and track the progress of LEAs in implementing the Strong Foundations grant deliverables

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Not Applicable

Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including personal computers and peripherals

Working Conditions:

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
Environment: Self-discipline that will enable continuous learning be able to multi-task with frequent interruptions and with minimal supervision and maintain emotional control under stress. Prolonged and irregular work hours on occasion
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Required Experience:

Job Goal:Strong FoundationsInstructionalSpecialistswill train and coach R6LEAs through the implementation of the Texas Education Agency Strong Foundations grantand associated products.Qualifications and Experience:Current Texas State Teaching Certification (required)Masters Degree (required)Special ...