Education Specialist (K-12 Social Studies & Civics Training)

Amarillo, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 K-12 Social Studies and Civics Training. Create 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 while utilizing High-Quality Instructional Materials.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Bachelors degree required
Masters degree preferred
Texas teaching certification required

Skills

Experience teaching Social Studies preferred
Texas Teaching experience required
Demonstrated ability to set goals and creatively problem-solve
Must be service-oriented and display initiative
Demonstrated ability to manage time calendar job responsibilities and travel
Demonstrated ability to work within a team setting required
Demonstrated ability to contribute to team/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)

Working Conditions:

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 regionwide 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

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Provides effective research-based Social Studies and Civics Training instructional support for campuses in Region 16 (e.g. ESC-designated instructional coaching model professional development PLC support grading of artifacts etc.)
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
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
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
Manages a state or federal grant if applicable and follows all guidelines and timelines outlined in the grant
Provides state-mandated trainings if applicable
Creates ongoing collegial relationships with customers
Travels as a part of job responsibilities
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
Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities
Performs duties that directly and/or indirectly impact student performance in Region 16
Maintains a professional level of confidentiality regarding all ESC matters
Supports the ESC Manifesto: mission goals and objectives of the ESC strategic plan
Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC safety program
Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies processes and procedures (e.g. technical assistance time and effort etc.)
Manages time calendar and job responsibilities to meet deadlines
Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor
Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor
Performs other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

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 K-12 Social Studies and Civics Training. Create an effective and efficient planning proc...