Part-Time Education Specialist (Secondary Math 9th-12th grades)

Texas ESC Region 16

Amarillo, Bell Street Location - Amarillo, Texas This job is also posted in Texas ESC Region 16

Job Details

Job ID:

5905716

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Aug 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

To provide for the delivery of technical assistance and professional development in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of activities that address the unique needs of the Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in the area of Secondary Math. Utilize an effective and efficient planning process based on pertinent student, campus, and district data sources for the purpose of assisting LEAs in instructional improvement and the meeting of LEA and ESC accountability requirements. Specifically supporting our districts as they prepare students for Algebra I End of Course Exams.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Texas teaching certification required

Skills

Experience teaching secondary math required

Texas Teaching experience required

Demonstrated ability to set goals and creatively problem solve

Must be service oriented and display initiative

Demonstrated ability to manage time, calendar, job responsibilities, and travel

Demonstrated ability to work within a team setting required

Demonstrated ability to contribute to team/organizational goals

Proven ability to deliver content-specific professional development as well as systemic best practice (e.g., campus-wide/district-wide) professional development

Proven ability to train and coach personnel in various school roles (e.g., teachers, support staff, principals, central office staff)

Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:

Must be physically able to tolerate prolonged sitting, frequent standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, and standing

Motion:

Must be physically able to tolerate frequent standing and walking, repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching, occasional driving

Lifting:

Must be physically able to tolerate regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds or more)

Environment:

Must be physically able to work inside; tolerate frequent regionwide travel and occasional statewide travel; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands:

Must be able to work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours on occasion

Regular Attendance is an essential function

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Provides effective, research-based secondary math instructional support and coaching for Region campuses and districts aligned with the ESC model. Accurately documents technical assistance. Delivers essential professional development, utilizing expertise to enhance instructional practices, with a focus on designing and delivering engaging sessions, whether face-to-face or through alternative methods.

Provides content, best practices and pedagogical expertise in technical assistance and professional development to support improvement of instructional practices for monitoring and evaluating student learning

Collaborates with colleagues in and beyond the ESC to identify professional development needs through detailed data analysis and self-reflection to provide quality services to customers that positively impact student learning

Sets, modifies, and meets short- and long-term professional goals based on

self-assessment, reflection, peer and supervisor feedback, contemporary research, and analysis of student learning

Provides state-mandated trainings, if applicable

Creates ongoing collegial relationships with customers

Travels as a part of job responsibilities

Maintains a functioning cell phone and is accessible through this phone as deemed appropriate by the A functioning cell phone means that it is charged, activated, messages checked, and mailbox emptied regularly

Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities

Performs duties that directly and/or indirectly impact student performance in Region 16

Maintains a professional level of confidentiality regarding all ESC matters

Supports the

ESC Manifesto:

mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC strategic plan

Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC safety program

Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures (e.g. technical assistance, time and effort, etc.)

Manages time, calendar, and job responsibilities to meet deadlines

Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor

Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor

Performs other duties as assigned

Position Type:

Part-Time

Salary:

$35.68 to $43.78 IP-3

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required