Transition/MTSS Specialist, Special Education Services

Young World Physical Education; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Region 7 ESC in Kilgore, TX seeks a Transition/MTSS Specialist to improve outcomes for students with disabilities through data analysis and targeted strategies. The role liaises with LEAs to align general and special education programs, fostering achievement for students with disabilities.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Special Education or related field, and at least five years of related experience, with administrative experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Degree in Special Education or related field is required.
• At least five years of related experience.
• Prefer at least 3 years of administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver services to schools in support of improvement and compliance with accountability intervention requirements.
• Provide leadership in the implementation of regional functions, grants, statewide initiatives, Special Education statewide networks and projects, and the Commissioner’s Priorities.
• Plan and facilitate regional professional development for Region 7 customers based on needs assessment data.
• Provide technical assistance to Region 7 customers in understanding and maintaining compliance with IDEA, ESEA, and other laws.
• Collaborate with LEAs and ESC staff to promote improved student performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Results oriented

Relationship building

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Special Education degree or related field

Job description

Transition/MTSS Specialist, Special Education Services

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This job is also posted in Esc Region 7 , and ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5869593

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Summary:Improve outcomes for students with disabilities through data analysis and implementation of targeted strategies. Serve as an ESC 7 liaison and provide assistance to Region 7 LEAs with the alignment of general education and special education programs/services to ensure the advancement of the achievement of students with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Training:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Master's Degree preferred
• Degree in Special Education or related field is required.

Experience:

• At least five years of related experience.
• Prefer at least 3 years of administrative experience.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to build, develop, and inspire teams
• Task execution (result-oriented)
• Build and cultivate relationships
• Excellent communication
• Financial knowledge

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions; irregular hours
• Frequent regional travel; occasional statewide travel

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Plan and deliver services to schools in support of improvement and compliance with accountability intervention requirements.
• Provide leadership in the implementation of regional functions, grants, statewide initiatives, Special Education statewide networks and projects, and the Commissioner’s Priorities, in the areas of access to general education and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
• Plan and facilitate regional professional development for Region 7 customers based on requests and needs assessment data from district/regional data sources, including local education school personnel serving students with disabilities in special education and federal programs.
• Provide technical assistance to Region 7 customers in understanding and maintaining compliance with current Special Education federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and guidance, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), Federal Accountability, Results Driven Accountability (RDA), State Accountability (TPRS), and the State Performance Plan (SPP).
• Participate in formal and informal professional development activities based on needs assessment data, job description, performance evaluation data, and job goals.
• Analyze state and regional data to collaboratively develop the Special Education Continuous Improvement Plan (SECIP).
• Gather needs assessment and program evaluation data to analyze the data for ongoing program planning and improvement.
• Demonstrate effective leadership in collaboration with LEAs, ESC 7 staff, other ESCs, and TEA through program assistance and activities designed to promote improved student performance.
• Provide leadership in assigned areas: Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) – Academics and Behavior, Residential Facility Tracker, and Child Find and Early to Exit IEP Supports: Transition, Secondary Transition, 18+ Programs, and State Performance Plan Indicators 13 and 14.
• In collaboration with other ESCs, will research, develop, and produce professional development materials, resources, and training-of-trainers guides that will be distributed to all 20 ESCs.
• Collaborate with supervisors to maximize funding by monitoring expenditures to meet programmatic needs.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Funding

All Region 7 employees are at-will employees. Because your assignment is funded by grants, federal funding, and/or special funding, your continued employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of funding for the position. If funding becomes unavailable due to loss of state/federal funding or due to financial constraints of Region 7 ESC, your position is subject to immediate termination.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $83,615 to $114,365 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > Visually Impaired

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jennifer Brandt , Director, Special Education Services
• Region 7 ESC
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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