Teacher Retention Specialist

POSITION TITLE: Teacher Retention Specialist 

EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Deputy Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months 2025-2026 school year

Primary Purpose:

Provide support for campuses working to meet school improvement targeted areas. Assist campus staff in addressing school improvement needs required by the Texas Accountability for School Improvement. Significantly more than half of employment time is utilized in providing direct services to campuses. 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Master’s degree, preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

Strong organizational, communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and public relations skills Knowledge of curriculum and instruction 

Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs, campus leadership and teaching effectiveness Ability to implement policy and procedures 

Experience:

Minimum five years classroom teacher experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional and Program Management 

• Monitor instructional delivery through coaching and mentoring protocols. 
• Lead and support efforts to implement the District’s Teaching and Learning Plan.  
• Assist with evaluation of programs and services on a regular, systematic basis and make recommendations for  school-wide program improvements. 
• Collaborate with District and campus leaders on universal instruction, targeted prevention, and intensive,  individualized prevention for a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS).  

School Improvement 

• Assist in coordinating school improvement while working under the direct supervision of the Deputy Superintendent. 
• Assist campus staff in addressing school improvement needs required by the Texas Accountability for School  Improvement. 
• Monitor District and campus performance on the state accountability system. 

Policy, Reports and Law 

• Implement policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local policy.
• Prepare, submit and maintain reports, records, and other documents, as needed. 

Professional Growth and Development 

• Participate in professional learning programs to improve job performance; share ideas and information with  other educators; and provide leadership in identifying best practices, trends, and opportunities for growth and  improvement in curriculum and instruction. 
• Routinely conference with the curriculum and instruction team to ensure aligned systems and processes for a  multi-tiered system of support (MTSS).  
• Assist in planning effective professional learning for campus leaders and instructional staff, and secure  consultants and other resources, as needed. 

Communication 

• Articulate the district’s mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation to principals and  solicit their support in realizing the mission. 
• Adhere to the District’s standards of conduct and the educator’s code of ethics. 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors 

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, computer, printer, peripherals, electronic devices, telephone

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling,  twisting, reaching 

Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, keyboarding, use of mouse, wrist flexion/extension

Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than  55 pounds with appropriate assistance  

Environment: Work is performed in an office setting and on campuses; frequent districtwide travel; occasional  statewide travel; irregular and/or prolonged hours; 

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress, work with frequent interruptions