District Initiatives – TIA Lead

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Valid Texas Superintendent or Principal Certification
• Knowledge of effective research: change process, systems thinking, organizational culture and adult learner
• Ability to plan implement, deliver and sustain professional development for school and district personnel
• Advanced knowledge of curriculum practices, instruction, assessment, school improvement, and organizational culture
• Knowledge of federal and state accountability systems
• Ability to design and build polished slides decks
• Any acceptable variations of the above as approved by the Executive Director
• Recommended by ESC Executive Director

CENTER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process all personal timekeeping, travel reporting and other paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain professional attire and grooming appropriate for specific job position
• Demonstrate punctual and regular attendance on the job
• Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities
• Supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC
• Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC
• Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures
• 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
• Exhibit professionalism in all situations at the ESC
• Develop collaborative and positive relationships with schools and co-workers
• Exhibit planning and leadership on assigned tasks and projects
• Ability to take initiative and exhibit innovative thinking
• Keep supervisor advised of all pertinent financial and operations business
• Ability to handle constructive criticism in a positive manner
• Evidence of following-up and following-through with services
• Evidence of professional loyalty
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to handle and see to completion multiple projects simultaneously and on deadline
• Demonstrates positive attitude with excellent interpersonal skills
• Be willing to work as a member of a team but also independently
• Attends all called meetings including departmental staff meetings, work team meetings, and general staff meetings
• Actively contributes to assigned work teams
• Upholds confidentiality of the information processed in all work, if required
• Develops and competently implements an individual work plan that clearly contributes to the accomplishment of departmental, Integrated Academic Team, and organizational goals
• Analyzes metrics and evaluates outcomes to optimize impact of work
• Demonstrates a commitment to provide exceptional customer service
• Delivers exceptional professional learning experiences

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) training and technical assistance to LEAs in the following areas:TIA Applications (Initial, Modify, Expand, Renew)
• TIA Data Submission Process
• TIA Implementation (Calibration, Teacher Eligibility and Assessments)
• Coordinate with other ESC TIA staff in planning and implementing services
• Support ESC Talent Initiatives
• Collaborate with other Talent Initiatives to ensure alignment with EDF
• Develop district communications with TIA schools and keep communications up to date
• Analyze program evaluation data and conduct a comprehensive needs assessment for ongoing program planning and improvement
• Ensure TIA grant compliance by collaborating with LEAs, the ESC and the TEA
• Collaborate with TIA Rural Cohort
• Provide support as needed to LEAs participating in the TIA Rural Cohort
• Work collaboratively with ESC staff to provide consistent instructional and leadership supports
• Provide on-site visits to LEAs as needed
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS:

Additional projects as assigned by supervisor or Executive Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Up to 226 working days
• This is an at-will employment position.
• In the event of an economic slump, a reduction-in-force may be necessary. Employees will be notified in writing.

FUNDING SOURCE:

Grant Funded - TIA Grant