What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Specialist - EB - Tomball Elementary School - 2024-2025 School Year position at Tomball Independent School District?
Primary Purpose:
To support implementation of district early childhood and early literacy programs and initiatives (Kindergarten through 4th grade).
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
Elementary Certificate
ESL Certificate
Master’s Degree required
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Reading background and dyslexia experience preferred
Working knowledge of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and staff development
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teacher effectiveness
Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of Kindergarten Guidelines and TEKS for K-6
Knowledge of best practices in development of literacy and ESL methodologies
Knowledge of research-based literacy programs for English language learners
Outstanding personal/interpersonal skills; openness towards teacher conferences
Professional demeanor/tactfulness in communication
Experience:
Five years successful elementary classroom teaching experience in literacy required
Experience with planning and presenting staff development presentations required
Experience in development of literacy curriculum, instruction, and assessment programs required
Experience in leadership capacities utilizing collaborative and coaching strategies.
Working Conditions :
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: 60
Reports to: Campus Principal
Days: 191
