A Curriculum and Instructional Designer or Developer designs and develops instructional materials and methods for teachers. Analyzes what is needed for students, identifies learning objectives, and designs the content and format of instructional material and delivery. Uses instructional design to create instructional materials, which may include text, electronic and visual material. Works for a school or college or for an education, software or publishing company.
Specialist, Campus Academic (2026-2027 School Year) Spring Independent School District
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Spring ISD Job Details Job ID:
5897780
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description Days per
Year:
226
Min:
$75,837
Mid:
$91,370
JOB TITLE:
Campus Academic Specialist
REPORTS TO
Principal
WAGE/HOUR STATUS
Exempt
PAY GRADE
AI 1
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The Campus Academic Specialist (CAS) is accountable for supporting teachers by providing individualized feedback, coaching, and development to improve teacher performance and increase student achievement. The CAS will support Instructional Specialists, support staff, and the building principal in monitoring curriculum and staff development. The Campus Academic Specialist will be responsible for creating professional development plans and monitoring teacher/student progress. All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University Five years' job related experience Valid Texas teaching certificate
Preferred:
Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction or Educational Leadership Three years of administration and related experience Two years of administrative evaluation or instructional coaching preferred
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Knowledge of curriculum and effective instructional strategies and programs Ability to work with teachers and support staff in the instructional setting Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills Certified to evaluate and develop professional development plans for teachers
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Observe instructional practice and provide a formative assessment of strengths and weaknesses and provide real-time feedback and access to relevant development opportunities. Provide critical "on the job" coaching to teachers in support of their professional learning. Work with teachers and principals to review performance data and learning plans, and to identify teachers' strengths and prioritize most pressing development needs to increase student achievement. Help identify and connect teachers to appropriate professional learning opportunities to meet priority needs and monitor teachers' efficacy in applying new skill and impact on student learning, adjust approach as necessary to achieve goals for teacher improvement and student achievement. Provide instructional feedback for the appraisal process. Partner with principal to ensure focus is aligned to development priorities for individual teachers and across the campus. Collaborate with Instructional Specialists within their team and across teams. Tap into school based resources and provide professional learning within the Professional Learning Communities framework and lead group learning opportunities focused on increasing teacher effectiveness in a specific area. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Coordinating summer academic programs Cooperates with appropriate program directors. Administers an appropriate record keeping system. Maintains accurate records for teacher coaching, feedback and progress. Meets required record keeping format and timelines effectively. Exemplifies professionalism in behavior and performance. Cooperates with staff and administrators, sharing work willingly. Works with team leaders and principal to benefit from evaluation by using strengths and improving areas of needs. Exemplifies professionalism and creates a positive attitude toward the teaching profession. Promotes understanding of District programs and policies. Remains current in education and the specific areas of instruction though literature, workshops, conferences, professional organizations and college courses. Adheres to the Texas Education Code of Ethics and supports the District's philosophy. Performs other appropriate duties as assigned by the building principal.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. This position will also require both traveling within the district and state wide.
Mental demands:
Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to interpret a variety of data; ability to interpret TEC and policy; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory, ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
SPECIAL FUNDING
This position is funded by Federal/and or State grants, you understand that your employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding for the position. If full funding becomes unavailable, your employment is subject to termination, nonrenewal, or reassignment, as applicable. Additionally, if full funding becomes unavailable, the employee may apply and be interviewed for vacant positions provided they meet the requirements for the position.
FEDERAL TIME AND EFFORT REPORTING
The Employee in this position is assigned 100% to the federal and state program responsibilities and duties stated in this job description.
Position Type:
Full-Time Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information - Spring ISD Careers 16717 Ella Blvd Houston, Texas 77090-4213
Phone:
(281) 891-6000
Email:
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