Primary Purpose:
The Ed Specialist - Continuous Improvement will act as a primary resource for accountability
and assessment, providing the technical and instructional support necessary for identified
Region 16 districts to improve student achievement and successfully manage state-required
school improvement intervention.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification
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Bachelor's degree required
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Master's degree preferred
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Texas teacher certification required
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Texas principal certification preferred
Skills
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Experience in intervention and accelerated classroom practices
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Experience incorporating technology within daily practice of classroom instruction
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Texas Teaching experience required
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Knowledge of the Effective District and Effective Schools Framework preferred
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Knowledge of: Coaching, modeling, and providing feedback on performance, with an emphasis
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on identifying and problem-solving through implementation barriers across wide and diverse
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circumstances;
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In-depth knowledge of instructional leadership practices that lead to improved teaching and
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learning;
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In-depth knowledge of data-driven practices, lesson planning and formative assessment,
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observation and feedback, school culture, and change management;
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Knowledge of district practices that impede as well as empower leadership;
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Knowledge of: the accountability system and the necessary actions and measurable progress
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required to meet state standards.
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Skill in: Long-term planning and project management, tracking progress, analytical thinking,
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conceptual thinking, effective communication, root cause analysis;
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Adult learning and professional development design and delivery.
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Ability to: Connect with diverse audiences and understand complex and unique circumstances
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in order to support growth among individuals and across districts;
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Ability to: Set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers
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demonstrate initiative and persistence in doing more than is expected or required in order to
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accomplish a challenging task;
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Ability to: Set clear expectations and hold others accountable for performance; Act with a
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purpose that impacts and positively influences the perceptions, thinking, and actions of others;
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Ability to: Assume leadership of a group for the benefit of the organization;
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Ability to: Develop others through coaching, modeling, and providing feedback on performance.
Working Conditions:
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Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and
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peripherals
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Posture: Must be physically able to tolerate prolonged sitting, frequent standing; occasional
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bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, and standing
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Motion: Must be physically able to tolerate frequent standing and walking, repetitive hand
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motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching, occasional driving
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Lifting: Must be physically able to tolerate regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15
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pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds or more)
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Environment: Must be physically able to work inside; tolerate frequent districtwide travel and
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occasional statewide travel; regular exposure to noise
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Mental Demands: Must be able to work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control
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under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours on occasion
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Regular Attendance is an essential function
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
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Provides ongoing support for the districts in Region in the PLC Cycle, state testing, district assessment schedules, TEA testing platforms
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Collaborates with all members of the Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas (LIFT) Team
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Communicates effectively to provide up-to-date information to district/campus personnel regarding developments, initiatives, and priorities at the state and federal level
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Assists district/campus personnel in improving student performance
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Assists districts with comprehensive needs assessments and Effective School Framework diagnostics based on student performance data to determine leadership, teacher, culture, curriculum, and instructional needs
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Stays current with state and federal requirements related to accountability, assessment, and school improvement
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Provides professional development, coaching, technical assistance, and resources to districts in Region 16 for the purpose of increasing student achievement through accountability, assessment, and school improvement services
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Assists districts and campuses with accountability, assessment, and school improvement requirements and initiatives
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Assists district/campus personnel with DMAC (and/or other data disaggregation programs) needs and activities
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Provides training, support, and coaching to districts and campuses as necessary or required
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Serves as a valued team member of the ESC Accountability, Assessment, and School Improvement Team, including facilitation of the Wraparound Team
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Provides effective, research-based instructional support for campuses in Region
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Communicates with districts, campuses, charter schools, TEA, and ESCs to provide effective, research-based technical assistance to improve student performance
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Records accurate documentation of all technical assistance provided to districts
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Utilizes content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute engaging professional development around best practices for successful professional development
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Collaborates with colleagues in and beyond the ESC to identify administrator professional development needs through detailed data analysis and self-reflection
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Incorporates technology into professional development and provides support to teachers with innovative strategies designed to challenge students and individualize instruction
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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
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Travels as a part of job responsibilities
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Maintains a functioning cell phone and is accessible through this phone as deemed appropriate by the service area director. A functioning cell phone means that it is charged, activated, messages checked, and mailbox emptied regularly
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Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities
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Performs duties that directly and/or indirectly impact student performance in Region
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Maintains a professional level of confidentiality regarding all ESC matters
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Supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC strategic plan
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Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC safety program
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Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures
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Manages time, calendar, and job responsibilities to meet deadlines
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Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor
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Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor
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Performs other duties as assigned
