Instructional Specialist

Location: Goliad

Position Type:

Instructional Specialist/Instructional Specialist

Date Posted:

5/7/2025

Location:

Goliad Central Office

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Primary

Purpose:

Provide curriculum leadership and support classroom teaching to ensure an aligned and articulated instructional program for the campus based on district strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree from accredited university ( preferred)

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject assigned

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation

Ability to interpret data and evaluate instruction programs and teaching effectiveness

Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

8 or more years teaching experience

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional and Program Management

* Work cooperatively with directors and campus principals in developing and supervising the instructional programs on the campus.

* Coordinate the review, development, and revision of all subject area programs and related curriculum documents and materials, including curriculum guides, course outlines, and teaching plans.

* Collaborate with Principal, Accountability Coordinator and Superintendent to monitor progress towards exemplar campus ratings and disseminate areas of focus to teaching staff.

* Coordinate the PLT model for the campus and ensure meetings are conducted with fidelity and centered on student needs rather than adult preferences.

* Evaluate the curriculum and instruction program effectiveness for assigned subject area based on evaluative findings (including student achievement data) and recommend changes as needed.

* Maintain a resource library of publications, supplementary materials, and supplies relevant to the assigned subject area.

* Monitor and evaluate Eduphoria data to determine gaps or adjustments needed and support staff with Eduphoria data disaggregation.

Staff Development

* Plan and provide staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff in Data Driven Instruction and fidelity of resources use.

* Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels.

* Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in classroom.

* Mentor new teachers and provide targeted supports for classroom management, lesson planning, and overall pedagogical support.

Other

* Participate in Instructional Coaching Training and Texas Instructional Leadership Training

* Maintain TTESS Certification and serve as a TTESS walkthrough monitor

* Serve as the campus Liaison for Teacher Incentive Allotment direct support with data collection.

* Support teachers in creating and maintaining artifacts for SLOs ( Student Learning Objectives)

* Convey information to parent and community members about school programs.

* Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

* Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

* Serve on District Committees, as assigned

* Other supplementary duties assigned by Superintendent or Campus Principal

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:
Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:
Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:
Frequent district wide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress