Title I Elementary Academic Specialist (26-27 SY) - Townsell ES

Irving ISD; Irving (TX); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Irving ISD seeks an Title I Elementary Academic Specialist to assist the campus principal in improving instructional programs. You will coach teachers, analyze data, and align instruction with TEKS and district literacy practices.

You will lead professional development, mentor teachers, and support intervention planning within a grant-funded role. The position is on-site in Irving, TX.

Formación

• Master's degree preferred; Texas teaching certificate required
• Bilingual/ESL or Spanish cert preferred; Ready Academy completion desirable
• Three years of successful classroom experience delivering core content in ELA/Math/Science/Social Studies

Responsabilidades

• Plan and conduct weekly planning with grade-level teams to guide content focus and interventions
• Serve as instructional coach, model lessons, co-teach, and observe for feedback
• Ensure TEKS alignment and provide support with district curriculum and literacy practices
• Visit classrooms to observe instruction and provide timely feedback on strengths/weaknesses
• Mentor new teachers and teachers new to campus/district
• Provide coaching on curriculum materials, interventions, and tech integration
• Prepare data reports to support TEKS spiraling and differentiation
• Participate in professional development and district meetings to share strategies
• Collaborate with teams to design intervention schedules and monitor SSP processes
• Analyze campus data to identify strengths/needs and inform instructional focus
• Work with district coordinators to audit and rewrite curriculum based on data

Conocimientos

Instructional coaching

Data analysis

Curriculum knowledge

Lit/structured literacy

Staff development

Communication

MTSS/TEKS knowledge

Time management

Educación

Master's degree preferred

Texas teaching certificate

Texas Bilingual/ESL or Spanish certification preferred

Texas Ready Academy completion

Descripción del empleo

Qualifications
Minimum Education/Certification:

JOB TITLE: Title I Elementary Academic Specialist
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Campus Principal
PAY GRADE: Teacher Salary Schedule (187 + 10 Days)
DEPARTMENT: School Leadership
DATE REVISED: 03/2024
Disclaimer: This is a grant-funded position. Funds are expected to be available until the end of the school year. In addition to other specified conditions of employment, the applicant understands that Irving Independent School District does not express or implied any guarantee of continued employment beyond the availability of the grant funds.
PRIMARY PURPOSE: Assist the school principal in the overall improvement of the instructional program by supporting/coaching teachers in planning for instruction, including small groups, utilizing district curriculum and resources, and determining the school's instructional focus by analyzing data.
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Certification:

• Master's Degree Preferred
• Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate
• Valid Texas Bilingual/ESL or Spanish Teacher Certification preferred
• Completion of Texas Ready Academy
  

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Knowledge of structured literacy and evidence-based instructional practices
• Knowledge of and keen ability to model quality instructional techniques and strategies.
• Knowledge of Professional Learning Community.
• Experience in leading and presenting school-based and district-wide professional development.
• Experience in coaching and mentoring.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a complex and diverse school system.
• Knowledge of Texas Assessment Program (STAAR), district curriculum, and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the MTSS process, Special Services and Advanced Academics to guide teachers within departments.
• Strong and effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  

Minimum Experience
Three years of successful classroom experience delivering core content in English, Reading, Mathematics, Science or Social Studies.
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Instructional Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct weekly purposeful planning meetings with grade level or department teacher teams to guide the content focus, instructional methodologies, and intervention practices.
• Serve as an instructional coach and mentor to campus teaching staff by developing and conducting model lessons, co-teaching, or observing teachers during classroom instruction. Provide timely feedback to teachers regarding lesson implementation to target areas for growth in support of student achievement.
• Ensure that all teachers understand the TEKS and provide support in designing lessons aligned with the TEKS, district curriculum, and structured literacy practices.
• Visit classroom teachers regularly to observe content area instruction/intervention implementation and provide timely feedback regarding observations of strengths/weaknesses.
• Mentor new teachers and teachers new to the campus/district.
• Provide instructional coaching by assisting teachers with implementing district curriculum, selecting high-quality instructional materials/resources, selecting intervention techniques/programs, and integrating technology into lesson designs.
• Prepare reports using available data systems to assist teachers in preparation for addressing specific TEKS that need to be spiraled within curriculum units and assist teachers with differentiation techniques for lesson design.
• Attend professional development opportunities and district Academic Specialist meetings to collaborate with other Title I Academic Specialists and learn new information, ideas, and teaching strategies.
• Collaborate with teacher teams to identify students struggling with Tier I instruction, design tutorial schedules, and assist with implementing intervention programs as determined by the SSP process.
• Participate in data analysis discussions with administrative and teacher teams to determine campus strengths/weaknesses and collaborate to determine instructional focus to address campus needs.
• Work with the district-level coordinators to audit and rewrite the curriculum based on student achievement data.
  

Leadership Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with campus administration and teacher teams to develop an instructional coaching model that will build on improving teaching and The plan should follow a continuous improvement cycle that includes training, implementing and monitoring campus/district initiatives, and reflecting on the learning process.
• Actively participate in campus and district decision-making processes and discussions related to curriculum and instruction.
• Inform campus and district personnel when support is needed for course content, instructional practices/resources, and coaching/mentoring issues.
• Provide a venue for two-way communication between the campus and the central office Curriculum and Instruction Department.
• Maintain classroom observation records and anecdotal information for periodic discussion and Collaborate with the administrative team to identify instructional strengths and weaknesses of the campus teaching staff.
• Actively pursue opportunities for life-long learning and professional
• Other duties as .
  

Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Working Conditions
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control and objectivity under stress. Perform tasks with frequent interruptions. Prolonged and careful attention to detail. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. May require in-district travel. Prolonged use of a computer. Bending, stretching, and light lifting boxes of supplies and materials. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
Safety: Contribute to preventing accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidents immediately to the supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.