Curriculum Framework - Learning Leader

at  Texas ESC Region 16

QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

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

SKILLS

• Instructional leadership experience required
• Experience in instructional coaching required
• Experience with TEKS Resource System preferred
• Experience with Open Education Resources (OER products) preferred
• Experience planning, developing, and implementing instructional systems required
• Successful classroom teaching experience and experience working with campus-level administrators in curriculum and instruction required
• Background in Math and/or RLA preferred
• 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

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• 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.)
• Provides district support to develop plans and help implement HQIM and OER products.
• Collaborates with all members of the Texas Instructional Leadership team to support the delivery of statewide TIL training, coaching tools, and resources
• Communicate effectively with superintendents, principals, and the appropriate staff to develop a systemic process to enhance student performance
• 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 (supporting SI and non-SI campuses)
• 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