Consultant, TOPP

ESC Region 20 • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Provide regional leadership, technical assistance, and staff development to ESC-20 clients for the Teacher Orientation Preparation Program (TOPP). Support the delivery of TOPP content through appropriate integration of technology and tools, utilizing a variety of workshop delivery systems (e.g., online, onsite, distance learning, etc.).

Requirements

• Master's degree required from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for assigned areas required.
• Three years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and provide training on a variety of topics.
• Demonstrated effective job-related skills that model effective integration technology.
• Demonstrated competence with assisting others to appropriately integrate technology into the curriculum.
• Experience working with the public to identify needs and provide information.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once in an organized and expedient manner.
• Possess current knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Experience in facilitating groups.
• Experience in planning and conducting staff development/training.
• Proficiency with standard functions with electronic applications on both mobile and traditional devices (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, G Suite, Apps) and email.
• Proficiency with computers (PCs and/or MACs) to include desktop management, file management and operations, and working in a network environment.

Nice To Haves

• Exceptions to these requirements will be considered based on exemplary skills, training, and record of success.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate groups to move through content in a way that builds capacity in making effective decisions regarding instructional strategies for elementary students, and performance standards and measures for students.
• Provide support to TOPP interns in the field through observations and feedback.
• Serve as the point of contact for EC-12 TOPP candidates/interns.
• Work collaboratively with staff for Oracle database improvement and maintenance.
• Attend job fairs and recruit applicants for the Personnel Cooperative.
• Provide training, leadership, and assistance in the development and delivery of staff development that effectively integrates technology and interactive Web-based tools and applications.
• Train TOPP staff in appropriate techniques for distance learning and on the proper use of technology tools and equipment.
• Create and support content delivery learning enhancements and program website enhancements.
• Ensure support for TOPP distance learning and online technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure all TOPP distance-learning classes are efficiently and effectively delivered, updated and maintained.
• Provide prompt responses and support to online TOPP postings by interns.
• Communicate program information to prospective TOPP candidates and district personnel.
• Deliver products/services in a timely manner.
• Facilitate, organize and maintain student and adjunct records related to all online courses and learning.

Benefits

• Participate in development, preparation, and administration of the budget for supplies, equipment, and facilities in area of assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees