Job Title:             Campus C&I Specialist Level I                                  Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to:         Campus Principal                                                          Date Revised:  4/4/2024

Dept./School:    Curriculum and Instruction

Primary Purpose:

The Campus Curriculum & Instruction Specialist Level I will support and utilize curriculum enhancements, monitor instructional program implementation, coach teachers to ensure the continuous development of instructional skills of teachers, provide academic intervention to students, teach demonstration lessons, lead data analysis, and model best practices.  The Campus C&I Specialist Level I will report to the campus Principal and Director of Curriculum & Instruction.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

    Master’s degree from accredited university preferred

    Valid Texas teaching certificate

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:

    5 years teaching experience in subject area / grade band assigned

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Staff Development

1. Work collaboratively with assigned classroom teachers to establish realistic and measurable objectives related to both the teacher’s individual professional learning and student learning.
2. Support the continuous professional growth and improvement of teacher instructional skills through coaching and collaborative problem solving.
3. Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and coaching to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in classroom.
4. Analyze assessment data and assist the campus principal and teachers with planning professional learning to meet the specific needs of teachers.
5. Plan and provide appropriate staff learning for teachers, administrators, and staff.
6. Serve as a resource in identifying appropriate instructional strategies and interventions to improve student achievement.

Instructional and Program Management

1. Assist with state, district, and campus testing programs, as needed.
2. Facilitate the implementation of campus academic MTSS (multi-tiered systems of support) programs including RtI and required state intervention such as HB 1416 accelerated instruction.
3. Assist in the process of evaluating, selecting, and implementing appropriate instructional materials.
4. Assist teachers in using classroom and assessment data to plan classroom instruction.
5. Provide academic intervention by working with students and implementing plans for curriculum which provides for effective teaching strategies and behavioral support.
6. Work with teachers to analyze and interpret student data and use findings to develop and apply instructional strategies.
7. Facilitate the evaluation of programs to ensure teachers implement current research-based practices as well as personally implementing those practices.
8. Debrief with campus Principal and Director of Curriculum and Instruction as appropriate about possible actions that could be taken to improve instruction and implementation.
9. Demonstrate lessons for teachers to model best instructional practices and ensure the fidelity of implementation and intervention support.
10. Serve as a content-focused specialist for teachers across campuses in subject area of specialization for purposes of curriculum and instructional materials alignment.

Leadership

1. Provide progress and interim reports as required.
2. Train teachers in critical components of instructional delivery.

Other

1. Facilitate the use of technology in the teaching-learning process.
2. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
3. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
4. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
5. Perform other tasks as may be assigned by supervisor(s).

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 lifting and carrying (less than 50 pounds)

Environment: Work inside; frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel

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

Contract:  Teacher

Stipend: $1500

Additional Days: 5 comp days earned in summer to be taken during subsequent school year