Reading Language Arts Content Coach- (multiple positions)

Esc Region 8 • Pittsburg, TX

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About The Position

QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor and Master’s degree in Education preferred Valid Texas Teacher’s Certificate Minimum 5 years experience in education Knowledge of effective research: change process, systems thinking, organizational culture and adult learners Ability to plan, implement, deliver, and sustain professional development Advanced knowledge of curriculum practices, instruction, assessment, school improvement, and organizational culture Knowledge of federal and state accountability programs Recommended by the ESC Executive Director CENTER RESPONSIBILITIES Processes all personal timekeeping, travel reporting and other paperwork in a timely manner Maintains professional attire and grooming appropriate for specific job position Demonstrates punctual and regular attendance on the job Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities Supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures 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 Exhibits professionalism in all situations at the ESC Develops collaborative and positive relationships with schools and co-workers Exhibits planning and leadership on assigned tasks and projects Ability to take initiative and exhibit innovative thinking Keeps supervisor advised of all pertinent financial and operations business Ability to handle constructive criticism in a positive manner Evidence of following-up and following-through with services Evidence of professional loyalty Other duties as assigned by supervisor DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to handle and see to completion multiple projects simultaneously and on deadline Demonstrates positive attitude with excellent interpersonal skills Willing to work as a member of a team but also independently Upholds confidentiality of the information processed in all work, if required Attends all called meetings including departmental staff meetings, work team meetings, and general staff meetings Actively contributes to assigned work teams Develops and competently implements an individual work plan that clearly contributes to the accomplishment of departmental, Leadership & Instruction Team, and organizational goals Analyzes metrics, evaluates outcomes, and makes adjustments to optimize impact of work Demonstrates a commitment to provide exceptional customer service Delivers exceptional professional learning experiences POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Professional Development & Training Provide training on research-based instructional strategies (RBIS) and instructional resources,Texas OER/Bluebonnet, Bluebonnet Product Academies, and Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC) Deliver professional development on Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in preparation for state assessments Support educators in developing and adapting instructional strategies and curriculum documents Provide or support upfront training to build teacher’s knowledge and shared understanding of effective instructional practices Deliver targeted coaching and modeling to teachers, using high-leverage action steps grounded in data to close gaps in practice and student outcomes Data Analysis & Instructional Support Analyze assessment data to identify needs and provide appropriate instructional interventions, strategies, and enrichment Coordinate and provide technical assistance, training, and staff development to support program goals Model and facilitate effective PLC leadership, teacher coaching, and data-analysis supporting grade-level, RBIS-aligned instruction, and use of High Quality Instructional Materials with fidelity Collaboration & Partnerships Work collaboratively with other Region 8 ESC consultants and teams to ensure instructional consistency Establish and maintain partnerships with TEA and other relevant organizations to support instructional initiatives Foster a culture of continuous improvement among campus leaders and teachers, reinforcing high expectations and collaborative, reflective practices Actively participate in up-front and ongoing training and support, TEA focus groups, and consistent connections with ESC teams. Through these engagements, contribute to a culture of learning and continuous improvement through attendance and participation at all required sessions Program Implementation & Reporting Manage data collection and reporting to support ESC continuous improvement efforts Travel to LEAs as required to fulfill program and project objectives, including out-of-region travel when necessary Earn and maintain required certifications. SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS Additional projects as assigned by supervisor or Executive Director TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Up to 226 working days This is an at-will employment position. In the event of an economic slump, a reduction-in-force may be necessary. Employees will be notified in writing FUNDING SOURCE Locally funded Why work for Region 8? Enjoy an incredible work environment in one of the most beautiful buildings in Northeast Texas! Teacher Retirement System Benefits 9,600/yr. contribution for health insurance Transfer your existing State leave Annual 401a Annuity Contributions 18 holidays, 5 state leave days, 17 non-working days, 4 local paid leave days, 1/2 day birthday leave 403B/457/ROTH plan options available $20,000. basic life insurance-employer paid annually Region 8 is a TRS entity

Requirements

• Bachelor and Master’s degree in Education preferred
• Valid Texas Teacher’s Certificate
• Minimum 5 years experience in education
• Knowledge of effective research: change process, systems thinking, organizational culture and adult learners
• Ability to plan, implement, deliver, and sustain professional development
• Advanced knowledge of curriculum practices, instruction, assessment, school improvement, and organizational culture
• Knowledge of federal and state accountability programs
• Recommended by the ESC Executive Director

Responsibilities

• Provide training on research-based instructional strategies (RBIS) and instructional resources,Texas OER/Bluebonnet, Bluebonnet Product Academies, and Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC)
• Deliver professional development on Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in preparation for state assessments
• Support educators in developing and adapting instructional strategies and curriculum documents
• Provide or support upfront training to build teacher’s knowledge and shared understanding of effective instructional practices
• Deliver targeted coaching and modeling to teachers, using high-leverage action steps grounded in data to close gaps in practice and student outcomes
• Analyze assessment data to identify needs and provide appropriate instructional interventions, strategies, and enrichment
• Coordinate and provide technical assistance, training, and staff development to support program goals
• Model and facilitate effective PLC leadership, teacher coaching, and data-analysis supporting grade-level, RBIS-aligned instruction, and use of High Quality Instructional Materials with fidelity
• Work collaboratively with other Region 8 ESC consultants and teams to ensure instructional consistency
• Establish and maintain partnerships with TEA and other relevant organizations to support instructional initiatives
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement among campus leaders and teachers, reinforcing high expectations and collaborative, reflective practices
• Actively participate in up-front and ongoing training and support, TEA focus groups, and consistent connections with ESC teams. Through these engagements, contribute to a culture of learning and continuous improvement through attendance and participation at all required sessions
• Manage data collection and reporting to support ESC continuous improvement efforts
• Travel to LEAs as required to fulfill program and project objectives, including out-of-region travel when necessary
• Earn and maintain required certifications
• Processes all personal timekeeping, travel reporting and other paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintains professional attire and grooming appropriate for specific job position
• Demonstrates punctual and regular attendance on the job
• Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities
• Supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC
• Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC
• Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures
• 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
• Exhibits professionalism in all situations at the ESC
• Develops collaborative and positive relationships with schools and co-workers
• Exhibits planning and leadership on assigned tasks and projects
• Ability to take initiative and exhibit innovative thinking
• Keeps supervisor advised of all pertinent financial and operations business
• Ability to handle constructive criticism in a positive manner
• Evidence of following-up and following-through with services
• Evidence of professional loyalty
• Ability to handle and see to completion multiple projects simultaneously and on deadline
• Demonstrates positive attitude with excellent interpersonal skills
• Willing to work as a member of a team but also independently
• Upholds confidentiality of the information processed in all work, if required
• Attends all called meetings including departmental staff meetings, work team meetings, and general staff meetings
• Actively contributes to assigned work teams
• Develops and competently implements an individual work plan that clearly contributes to the accomplishment of departmental, Leadership & Instruction Team, and organizational goals
• Analyzes metrics, evaluates outcomes, and makes adjustments to optimize impact of work
• Demonstrates a commitment to provide exceptional customer service
• Delivers exceptional professional learning experiences

Benefits

• Teacher Retirement System Benefits
• 9,600/yr. contribution for health insurance
• Transfer your existing State leave
• Annual 401a Annuity Contributions
• 18 holidays, 5 state leave days, 17 non-working days, 4 local paid leave days, 1/2 day birthday leave
• 403B/457/ROTH plan options available
• $20,000. basic life insurance-employer paid annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees