Title 1 - Elementary Instructional Specialist

Primary Purpose

To ensure increased student achievement and improved classroom instruction by assisting the Principal in the coordination and administration of various programs of the school within the framework of the philosophy, goals, and policy established by the Board. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.

Qualifications

Education/Certification/Licensure

Master’s degree in educational administration or content area preferred

Valid Texas teaching certificate required

State Appraisal System training certification preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

Strong organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

In-depth knowledge of curriculum development and instructional strategies for all learners

Proficient in the use and analysis of data management systems

Skilled in evaluating instructional practice and assessing teaching effectiveness

Experienced in interpreting and applying policies, procedures, and data-driven insights

Proven track record of exemplary teaching that leads to student achievement

Proven track record of success as an instructional leader

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a classroom teacher

Instructional Leadership experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties 

1. Lead the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of instructional practice aligned with campus and district goals.
2. Support the development and assessment of the impact of innovative instructional strategies and curriculum enhancements.
3. Facilitate effective teacher implementation of instructional concepts and content across all subject areas.
4. Provide ongoing instructional coaching, feedback, and support through classroom visits and conferences.
5. Promote high expectations for teaching and learning; recognize and celebrate excellence and improvement.
6. Support assessment and academic intervention, ensuring fidelity of implementation.
7. Identify and facilitate research-based instructional practices and interventions grounded in data analysis.
8. Monitor instructional processes to ensure alignment between program activities and intended outcomes.
9. Promote and support integration of technology into instruction to enhance student learning.
10. Assist the campus principal with tasks such as improvement planning, supporting instructional staff, and onboarding and mentoring current and new employees.
11. Analyze campus student data to guide instructional decisions and improvement plans
12. Utilize data to design, implement, and revise instructional programs and professional learning.
13. Maintain accuracy of student program data, records, and reports for accountability and compliance.
14. Use data to support student transitions and promote academic growth for at-risk and advanced learners.
15. Interpret academic data to improve student outcomes and instructional efficacy.
16. Design, coordinate, and deliver high-quality, job-embedded professional development aligned with campus and district initiatives to support campus academic growth.
17. Support teacher growth by guiding goal setting and providing opportunities for professional reflection.
18. Build instructional capacity through collaboration with district and campus-based instructional personnel.
19. Model high-quality instruction by demonstrating effective lesson design and research-based instructional strategies.
20. Build leadership capacity by facilitating collaborative teams, developing teacher leaders, and monitoring Professional Learning Communities’ effectiveness to improve instruction and outcomes.
21. Collaborate with district and campus personnel to maintain and strengthen instructional programs.
22. Participate actively in the Campus Leadership Team, Guiding Coalition, PBIS, PLC’s  and district committees as appropriate.
23. Ensure compliance with federal/state laws, board policy, and district procedures.
24. Interpret and apply district policy in all decision-making and correspondence.
25. Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
26. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
27. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
28. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
29. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
30. Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
31. Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
32. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
33. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
34. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
35. Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
36. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
37. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
38. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress; concentration while performing duties; ability to work

with frequent interruptions.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Frequent district-wide and occasional state-wide travel; occasionally prolonged and irregular

hours; moderate standing, walking, lifting, carrying

Terms: 197 days