Regional Coordinator – Elementary/Secondary RLA

Region 4 Education Service Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 86,743 - 103,883; Full time

Job summary

Region 4 Education Service Center in Houston, TX seeks a Regional Coordinator – Elementary/Secondary RLA to lead professional development and literacy initiatives across districts.

This exempt professional role requires a Master’s degree, Texas teaching certification, and substantial leadership in reading/language arts; experience with instructional coaching and district collaboration is preferred. Immediate start; full-time, salary $86,743–$103,883 yearly.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate for the appropriate content and grade levels.
• 3 years of leadership in elementary/secondary Reading/Language Arts; district-level experience preferred.
• Experience in developing and presenting professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, present, and facilitate effective professional development.
• Provide support to educators, campuses, and districts by answering questions related to area(s) of responsibility.
• Develop and foster instructional coaching relationships that result in positive student outcomes.
• Develop educational resources to support instruction and positive student outcomes.
• Provide leadership in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating professional development, services, and products in the area(s) of responsibility.
• Assist with planning and implementation of ongoing needs assessment and services for Region 4 customer districts.
• Participate in Region 4 leadership networks to foster collaboration and problem-solving amongst districts and charter schools.
• Assist in planning and developing special project activities, e.g., grant proposals, interdepartmental services, demonstration sites, research studies and other customer-based projects.
• Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility.
• Participate in state level functions related to area(s) of responsibility.
• Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Instructional coaching

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Regional Coordinator – Elementary/Secondary RLA

Region 4 Education Service Center REGION 4 ESC - HOUSTON, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5831903

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Classification: Admin/Prof

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Job Grade: 5

Department: Literacy and Language

Reports To: Department Director

Job Goal: Provide professional development and services, develop instructional resources, and participate in special project activities in area(s) of elementary and secondary reading/language arts that support the ESC’s core purpose and strategic goals.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree
• Certification/Licensure: Valid Texas Teacher Certificate for the appropriate content and grade levels (1-6, 4-8, 6-12); Mid-management or Supervisory Certificate, preferred
• Experience: Three years of leadership in elementary and secondary reading/language arts (e.g., instructional coach, instructional specialist, or curriculum coordinator/director); district-level experience preferred; Five years of experience teaching and/or supporting Reading/Language Arts in both elementary and secondary settings; Experience in developing and presenting professional development
• Special Knowledge and Skills: Broad-based knowledge of reading/language arts education, pedagogy, assessment, instructional technology, and instructional coaching; Exemplary written and oral communication skills; Ability to work effectively and efficiently within and across collaborative teams; Successful completion of the Reading Academies Cohort Leader Screener, preferred

Major Responsibilities

• Develop, present, and facilitate effective professional development.
• Provide support to educators, campuses, and districts by answering questions related to area(s) of responsibility.
• Develop and foster instructional coaching relationships that result in positive student outcomes.
• Develop educational resources to support instruction and positive student outcomes.
• Provide leadership in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating professional development, services, and products in the area(s) of responsibility.
• Assist with planning and implementation of ongoing needs assessment and services for Region 4 customer districts.
• Participate in Region 4 leadership networks to foster collaboration and problem-solving amongst districts and charter schools.
• Assist in planning and developing special project activities, e.g., grant proposals, interdepartmental services, demonstration sites, research studies and other customer-based projects.
• Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility.
• Participate in state level functions related to area(s) of responsibility.
• Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Supervision/Personnel Management

None

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands:

Frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse); occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; occasional statewide travel; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $86,743 to $103,883 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required