Instructional Specialist - Secondary ELA

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GOOSE CREEK CISD JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:

Instructional Specialist•Secondary

ELA FLSA CLASSIFICATION

Exempt

REPORTS TO

Associate Director English Language Arts

PAY GRADE

ADM PG Days & Librarians

LOCATION

Education Service Center

DATE REVISED

May

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To strengthen the quality instruction in language arts classrooms.

QUALIFICATIONS

EducationCertification:

Bachelor's Degree; Master's degree from accredited universitycollege preferred Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject level assigned Certification as Abydos Trainer preferred

Special KnowledgeSkills:

Effective oral and written communications Effective time management and organizational skills High level integrity and a commitment to job responsibilities A high degree success in current assignment Demonstrated excellence as a teacher adults, professional developer, instructional coach Demonstrated ability to work well with people, maintain positive working relationships, and solve problems Possess specific knowledge the reading process, structured literacy framework and principles, the writing process, struggling reader instructional strategies and current methodologies, PreAPAP and TSIA expectations and strategies, TEKS and

STAAREOC

Ability to analyze instruction and determine next steps for teacher as well as student growth Knowledge and ability to build instructional capacity to support high student achievement in reading and writing

Experience:

At least five years classroom teaching experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional . Demonstrate effective strategies for teaching in the language arts classroom. Strategies . Help teachers plan and use appropriate instructional learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment. . Help teachers prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences and needs. . Cooperate with other members the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements. Student . Present a positive role model for students that supports the mission the Growth District. And Development . Collect data for longitudinal evaluation students' progress. . Assist teachers in adapting and adjusting instruction and curriculum to ensure the success children. . Disaggregate data to determine student, teacher, campus, and District strengths and weaknesses. Instructional Specialist•Secondary ELA . Assist teachers in creating a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, and emotional development students. . Provide instructional support to increase level rigor in ELA classrooms. . Demonstrate exceptional teaching to support teachers by coaching and modeling in the classroom. Management and Organization . Provide assistance in the procurement and placement suitable instructional Communication materials. . Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly. . Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues. . Establish and maintain open lines communication between campus staff and administrators. . Channel concerns expressed by teachers to the correct department or person. . Consult regularly with the Coordinator Language Arts, principals, and teachers. Professional . Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible. Growth and Development . Participate in the District staff development program. . Keep abreast current research-based literacy practices. . Maintain current information other District programs i.e., GATE, ESL, Special Education, Advanced Placement Training. . Organize and conduct in-service and workshops. . Keep current with information concerning trends in language arts in order to share with District teachers. Policy and . Keep informed of, and comply with, the state, District, and school regulation Implementation policies for classroom teachers. . Assist in interpreting the language arts program to teachers, principals, staff members, and the public. . Assist in making curriculum and assessment decisions based on need and best practices. . Comply, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. Other . Perform any other duties assigned. Instructional Specialist•Secondary ELA WORKING

CONDITIONS

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), ability to instruct, maintain confidentiality.

Physical DemandsEnvironmental Factors:

Exposure to childhood communicable diseases; good general health and stamina needed; driving between campuses, lifting and carrying fifty pounds or more. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Approved

By Immediate Supervisor:

Date Reviewed

By Human Resources:

Date Received

By Employee:

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