What are the responsibilities and job description for the Content Specialist/Secondary RLA - Curriculum and Instruction - 2026-2027 School Year position at Tomball Independent School District?
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Provide leadership and coordination to provide an aligned and articulated instructional program in the content area assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree from accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject assigned.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation
Ability to evaluate instruction programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to interpret data
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to deliver professional development and offer follow up coaching with teachers
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Five years teaching experience in subject area assigned
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Instructional Management
- Assist Director with the review, development, and revision of all content area programs and related curriculum documents and materials, including curriculum guides, course outlines, and teaching plans.
- Work cooperatively with directors and campus principals in developing and supervising the instructional programs in assigned subject area.
- Plan, improve, and oversee curriculum based assessments for the assigned content area.
- Coordinate the ordering and use of departmental instructional aids and materials for assigned content area.
- Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness for the assigned content area.
Staff Development
- Plan and provide staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff in designated content area.
- Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels in area assigned.
- Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation.
- Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in classroom.
Other
- Assist in communicating information to parent and community members about school programs.
- Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
- Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional prolonged or irregular hours. Occasional districtwide travel. Must be able to meet required timelines.
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: 2- Administrative Programs
Days: 212
Reports to: Director of Secondary Reading Language Arts