Elementary Instructional Specialist 2026-2027, English Language Arts & Reading, BIRKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university (preference may be given to those working on a master's degree with a focus on Principal Certification);
• Texas Certification in elementary education;
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience as an elementary classroom teacher;
• Demonstrated ability to provide staff development and to work collaboratively with others.
  
  

Terms Of Employment

Probationary/Term Contract: 187 days

Salary

$64,207/IA-3

Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year.

Essential Functions

• Provide assistance to the instructional staff, concerning the teaching/learning process and classroom management.
• Visit classrooms and provide feedback and coaching as they relate to student learning needs and instructional issues.
• Model exemplary lessons in the classroom.
• Assist in teaching student groups as determined by the principal.
• In collaboration with staff, utilize student data to recommend appropriate changes in instruction, materials and strategies.
• Develop and monitor a plan to ensure that at-risk students receive additional assistance.
• Stay abreast of curriculum issues and district standards and communicate those to the staff.
• Help develop and present workshops that support the Campus Improvement Plan.
• Work with parents to promote their involvement in school.
• You have to have to be organized and well-versed with technology to analyze data and support teachers as they sharpen their analysis and data-response skills.
• Must be able to manage a financial budget and acquire intervention support for students in need and track instructional interventions.
• Adapt PD opportunities to meet the needs of adult learners and be flexible and adaptable to support the school vision of inspiring life-long learners.
• Perform other curriculum duties as assigned by the building principal.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
  
  

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Application Information

Applications will be reviewed.

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