Education Specialist (RLA)

Primary Purpose:

To provide for the delivery of technical assistance and professional development in the design development implementation and evaluation of activities that address the unique needs of the Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in the area of Elementary RLA. Utilize an effective and efficient planning process based on pertinent student campus and district data sources for the purpose of assisting LEAs in instructional improvement and the meeting of LEA and ESC accountability requirements.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• Bachelors degree required
• Masters degree preferred
• Texas teaching certification required

Skills

• Experience teaching Elementary ELAR required
• 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:

1. Provides effective research-based instructional support and coaching in RLA for Region 16 campuses and districts aligned with the ESC model. Accurately documents technical assistance. Delivers essential professional development utilizing expertise to enhance instructional practices with a focus on designing and delivering engaging sessions whether face-to-face or through alternative methods.
2. Provides content best practices and pedagogical expertise in technical assistance and professional development to support improvement of instructional practices for monitoring and evaluating student learning.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Manages a state or federal grant if applicable and follows all guidelines and timelines outlined in the grant.
6. Provides state-mandated trainings if applicable
7. Creates on-going collegial relationships with customers.
8. Travels as a part of job responsibilities.
9. 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.
10. Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities.
11. Performs duties that directly and/or indirectly impact student performance in Region 16.
12. Maintains a professional level of confidentiality regarding all ESC matters.
13. Supports the mission goals and objectives of the ESC strategic plan.
14. Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC safety program.
15. Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies processes and procedures.
16. Manages time calendar and job responsibilities to meet deadlines.
17. Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor.
18. Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor.
19. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

IC