TSI Specialist
About The Position
The TSI Specialist is responsible for supporting middle and high school students in preparing for and successfully completing the Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSIA). This position delivers direct services through a case management approach that includes goal setting, progress monitoring, and individualized academic support in ELAR and Math. The TSI Specialist will coordinate and facilitate TSIA preparation cohorts, provide guided practice sessions, support students in building effective study habits and test-taking strategies, and maintain consistent communication with families. This role works closely with school partners and program staff to ensure students are prepared for postsecondary success and connected to ongoing college and career pathways.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in education, social services, or related field required.
- One year of experience working with inner city youth.
- CPR certification required or the ability to obtain prior to being hired.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred, according to business needs and requirements.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate TSIA preparation cohorts, including instructor-supported and guided practice sessions
- Administer baseline diagnostics and support students in understanding academic strengths and areas for growth
- Provide individualized academic support in ELAR and Math aligned with TSIA content
- Develop, monitor and track progress of individualized student goals related to TSIA readiness and postsecondary planning
- Provide support to afterschool programming as needed, including assisting with activities, supervision, and overall program operations
- Maintain consistent communication with families regarding student progress and testing timelines
- Support students in scheduling TSIA testing and next steps toward postsecondary goals
- Coordinate scheduling and logistics for TSIA cohorts on school campuses and at the Connected Learning Center (CLC)
- Collaborate with school staff to recruit and enroll students in TSIA services
- Support implementation of enrichment sessions and family engagement events
- Assist in managing student incentives tied to participation and completion
- Ensure accurate and timely data entry and reporting in alignment with grant requirements
- Monitor student performance on diagnostics and practice platforms
- Work closely with external partners to support delivery of TSIA instruction
- Collaborate with College & Career Advisors to align services with postsecondary readiness goals
- Build and maintain relationships with school staff, counselors, and administrators
- Support middle school youth with early college and career exploration and study skill development
- Complete other duties as assigned
- Manages volunteers, interns, and/or work study students when assigned.
Benefits
- generous paid time off policy
- matching retirement plan
- full complement of insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
