Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

MEXIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Primary Purpose

Support the improvement of student performance in Mexia ISD by refining curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices through the implementation of a guaranteed and viable curriculum. This role is dedicated to driving school improvement by grounding district-wide practices in the Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas (LIFT) initiatives, focusing on high-quality instructional materials (HQIM), data-driven instruction, and rigorous classroom standards. The position ensures positive learning environments with high performance results by coordinating professional development and providing leadership for district technology-based assessment programs.

Qualifications

Education / Certification

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate.
• Master's degree.
• Doctorate degree (Preferred).
• Administrative certification.

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced level of curriculum development, lesson design, and assessment.
• Working knowledge of LIFT Texas education initiatives, specifically in implementing HQIM and evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement professional development as a presenter and facilitator.
• Working knowledge of STAAR data disaggregation and an advanced level of working knowledge of TEKS.
• Ability to synthesize data from multiple sources to identify instructional gaps and drive turnaround efforts.
• Strong skills in human relations, leadership, mentoring, and relating to diverse populations.

Experience

• Three years of successful teaching experience.
• Three years of experience in an instructional leadership role.
• Proven experience in School Turnaround, with a track record of driving rapid growth in low-performing environments.
• Experience in building district-level continuous improvement efforts and aligning instructional programs.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Leadership & Principal Coaching

• Coach and lead school principals to strengthen their capacity as instructional leaders and ensure the effective implementation of LIFT frameworks at the campus level.
• Work collaboratively with content coordinators to ensure a quality instructional program and the achievement of district goals.
• Demonstrate and maintain high standards of professional conduct and communication with all stakeholders.
• Ensure that all instructional programs and activities conform to federal, state, and district guidelines.
• Provide leadership and technical expertise to principals regarding effective technology-based assessment practices.

LIFT Implementation & School Improvement

• Oversee the district educational curriculum and instruction program with a focus on LIFT foundational pillars: Planning, Observation/Feedback, and Student Work Analysis.
• Supervise content coordinators to ensure alignment between curriculum, instruction, and professional learning based on student performance data.
• Support the development of an instruction and intervention framework, including Response to Intervention (RtI), and Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) to support struggling learners.
• Facilitate and coordinate professional learning opportunities to build assessment literacy and data-informed decision-making.
• Communicate the goals, plans, and progress of professional learning aligned to district and LIFT initiatives.

Program Oversight

• Manage and request the appropriations of services and funding necessary for the educational program.
• Oversee the Department of Accountability and the Instructional Technology Program.
• Oversee specialized programs, including K-12 Gifted and Talented, Advanced Academics, and the EL/Bilingual Program.
• Facilitate and coordinate the district summer school program.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands: Ability to work collaboratively with campus leadership; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands: Repetitive hand motions and frequent keyboarding; occasional light lifting (less than 15 pounds) and transport of materials for presentations.

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; includes occasional district-wide and statewide travel.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board Policy on Evaluations.

References

1. Texas Education Agency - Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas (LIFT)