ESC 6.

• SPECIAL EDUCATION LOW INCIDENCE SPECIALIST

  Job Goal:
  
  To provide leadership, training, and technical assistance in the area of special education for low incidence with an emphasis on increasing student achievement.
  
  Education:
  

  • Master's degree in special education or a related field

  Certification:
  

  • Special Education Certification

  
  Special Knowledge and Skills:
  

  • A high degree of professionalism, including strong public relations skills
  • Ability to establish rapport and work in collaboration with public school and ESC personnel
  • Presentation skills; ability to provide professional development to educators
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks with minimal supervision• Ability to use technology effectively
  • Willingness to travel• Experience:• Minimum five years of teaching experience
  • Experience/expertise working with low incidence and knowledge of classroom management preferred.

  
  Major Responsibilities and Duties:
  

  • Provide technical assistance and training to the local school district personnel in developing and improving programs for students identified as low incident
  • Provide training and technical assistance to LEAs 
  • Provide information to directors and other personnel concerning evidenced-based practices and other topics related to students identified as having low incidence
  • Provide technical assistance and training to LEAs to increase an inclusive environment for students identified as low incidence
  • Manage/market/oversee the PLUSS classroom at Region 6
  • Fulfill Network activities/responsibilities
  • Perform other duties as assigned

  
  Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
  
  Equipment Used:
  
  

  • Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals

  
  Working Conditions
  

  • Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
  • Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching
  • Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
  • May work prolonged or irregular hours
  • Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress 

• TITLE I/ESSA SPECIALIST

  Job Goal To assist districts with Title I and other programs under the ESSA application and compliance reporting, provide professional development and technical assistance as outlined in the ESC ESSA support grants and fee service agreement, and assist districts with ESSA compliance monitoring to impact student success.
  
  Education Master’s degree in education or related field  
  
  Certifications Texas Teacher Certification Mid-management preferred but not required. 
  
  Special Knowledge and Skills ·
  
  

  • High degree of professionalism, including strong organizational, communication, and public relations skills ·Ability to establish rapport and work in collaboration with public school, ESC, and state agency personnel
  • Ability to prepare and provide professional development to educators of all levels
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality with internal and external student and LEA information 
  • Detail-oriented and able to submit required documentation error-free and on time
  • Knowledge of state and federal programs and budgeting associated fund sources
  • Ability to effectively work on multiple tasks with minimal supervision ·
    Proficient in current technology platforms and software
  • Proficient in current technology platforms and software
  • Proficient in current technology platforms and software     

  
  
  Major Responsibilities and Duties – General
  

  • Respond to client needs in a professional, courteous and timely manner with current, accurate information
  • Utilize multiple modalities, including distance learning technologies, in person face-to-face, phone, and email for meetings, technical assistance, trainings, etc.
  • Prepare and provide professional development to educators of all levels
  • Follow all federal, state, and local ESC guidelines, policies, and procedures
  • Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships within the ESC, and with LEAs, TEA contacts, and any partner organizations
  • Work on multiple tasks effectively with minimal supervision
  • Collaborate as needed to ensure the mission and vision of the ESC are realized
  • Manage calendars to ensure all required meetings and trainings are attended
  • Maintain all internal and external required paperwork and program documentation
  • Submit required paperwork and program documentation by requested deadlines
  • Maintain confidentiality with internal and external student and LEA information
  • Perform other duties as assigned      

  
  Title I Fee Service
  

  • Serve as a contact for the Title I Fee Service
  • Assist with planning, designing, and implementing Title I Part A programs and budgets in coordination with other state and federal fund sources and programs to increase student achievement
  • Provide personalized technical assistance and support with the ESSA Consolidated Application and the Title V - Rural and Low-Income Application (if applicable) to include application preparation, budget planning, amendments, and negotiations as needed with the TEA Negotiator
  • Assist in creation and dissemination of the Title I, Part A Monthly Checklist and Parent & Family Engagement Newsletter for all Title I, A Fee-Service Districts
  • Assist in creating and disseminating the Title I, Part A Monthly Checklist and Parent & Family Engagement Newsletter for all member districts
  • Assist LEAs in the development of local forms
  • Work with the Title I team and department staff to create metrics and perform periodic needs assessments to determine the menu of trainings for the that can be provided through the fee service
  • Attend relevant TEA webinars, trainings, and conferences (as approved) to support the fee service  

  ESSA Basic Services Grant
  

  • Serve as a grant point of contact
  • Understand and carry out the duties of the ESC Grants and maintain program documentation per grant guidelines
  • Abide by all grant program guidelines and assurances
  • Assist LEAs with ESSA Private Non-Profit Equitable Services
  • Work cooperatively with other ESC staff to conduct required regional professional development and technical assistance activities as specified in the ESC ESSA Basic Services Grant guidelines
  • Provide training and support to LEAs on the ESSA Consolidated Application and the Title V - Rural and Low-Income Application
  • Provide technical assistance to all Region 6 districts with fiscal compliance audits and random validations

• Adult Education GED Instructor Walker County (Part-time)

  Job Goal: To provide instruction to adult education students.  To plan, implement, document and evaluate instructional practices, procedures and materials.
  
  Qualifications:
  

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or content-related field preferred. 
  • Certification in State approved assessments utilized by program and in class.
  • All new instructors must complete a prescribed new instructor orientation process

  Special Knowledge & Skills:
  

  • Knowledge of program regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of community resources beneficial to the adult education population

  Major Responsibilities:
  

  • Applies researched-based instructional practices that incorporate the use of computers and other technologies.
  • Uses a variety of instructional strategies and tools appropriate to the needs of the student.
  • Uses lesson plans that integrate instruction across content areas.
  • Provides continuous feedback and adjusts instruction to maximize student learning.
  • Integrates work-, family- and community-related activities into instruction.
  • Administers or interprets appropriate assessments.
  • Plans learning experiences that are interactive and relevant to workplace environment.
  • Uses formal and informal assessment data to monitor and document student progress.
  • Collects and manages accurate data for program improvement and accountability.
  • Participates in the retention and follow-up of students.
  • Maintains student records.
  • Assesses student needs and goals and promotes programs in the community.
  • Attend required professional development activities. VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
  • Uses technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning. 
  • Assesses personal strengths and weaknesses as a basis for developing an Individual Professional Development Plan and annual evaluation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

  Terms of Employment:
  $24.00 an hour
  
  Equipment Used:
  Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals
  
  Working Conditions:
  

  • Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
  • Motion: Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching.
  • Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
  • Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours.
  • Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

  
  
  
  
  

• Child Nutrition Specialist

  JOB GOAL:
  Provide professional development and technical assistance to Contracting Entities (CEs) according to the Texas Department of Agriculture contract with the ESC. Collaborate with CEs to develop and implement nutrition programs that are compliant with Texas Department of Agriculture guidelines.
  
  Education:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Institutional Management, Food Service, Business, Nutrition, Family and Consumer Science, Public Health, Education, or related field.
  
  Certifications:
  Certifications as required by the Texas Department of Agriculture
  
  Special Knowledge and Skills
  • High degree of professionalism including strong organizational, communication, and public relations skills, 
  • Ability to establish rapport and work in collaboration with public school, ESC and state personnel
  • Ability to prepare and provide professional development to educators of all levels
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality with internal and external student and LEA information
  • Knowledge of state and federal guidelines for TDA nutrition programs and funding
  • Detail-oriented and able to submit required documentation error-free and on time
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks effectively with minimal supervision
  • Ability to utilize current technology platforms and software
  
  Experience
  • Three years of experience in management of school or institutional food service operations, preferred 
  • Prior experience as a Child Nutrition Director, preferred
  • Three years of experience training adults, preferred 
  
  Major Responsibilities and Duties  
  General 
  • Respond to clients' needs in a courteous and timely manner with current, accurate information.
  • Work on multiple tasks effectively with minimal supervision.
  • Utilize distance learning technologies for meetings/technical assistance/trainings
  • Follow all federal, state, and ESC guidelines, policies, and procedures. 
  • Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships within the ESC, with LEAs, TDA contacts, and any partner organizations.
  • Maintain all internal and external required program paperwork and program documentation
  • Manage calendars to ensure all required meetings and trainings are attended and provided.
  • Submit internal and external required paperwork and program documentation by requested deadlines.
  • Maintain confidentiality with internal and external student and LEA information
  • Other duties as may be assigned
  
  Major Responsibilities under TDA Contract
  • Be familiar with all requirements under the contract
  • Plan, create, and provide regional trainings in all areas of program operations for Child Nutrition Program Staff as required by the contract
  • Provide training and technical assistance to Contracting Entities (CEs) as described in the Statement of Work – Exhibit A of TDA contract
  • Collaborate with other ESC regions to ensure equitable availability of training specialists across the state for all training events
  • Collaborate with other regions to facilitate the development and implementation of statewide training
  • Train on Administrative Reviews for all ESC Specialists/Review training schedule to include ESC/TDA AR Review
  • Attend required state staff meetings scheduled by TDA
  • Attend and participate in special committees and workgroups as directed by TDA
  • Travel to CEs for in-person visits weekly
  • Report all technical assistance and training information to TDA as required
  • Maintain documentation for TDA review and audit purposes
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by TDA
  
  Supervisory Responsibilities
  None
  Equipment Used
  General office equipment
  
  Working Conditions
  · Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting· Motion: Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching
  · Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
  · Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours
  · Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
  • Frequent regional travel and occasional statewide travel
  

• Adult Education Teacher: ESL Madisonville (PART-TIME)

  Job Goal:  To provide instruction to adult education students.  To plan, implement, document and evaluate instructional practices, procedures and materials.
  
  QUALIFICATIONS
  

  • Must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
  • A degree in Education or content-related field is preferred.
  • Certification in State approved assessments utilized by program and in class. All new instructors must complete a prescribed new instructor orientation process.

  SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
  

  • Knowledge of program regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of community resources that are beneficial to the adult education population. 

  MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
  

  • Applies researched-based instructional practices that incorporate the use of computers and other technologies. Uses a variety of instructional strategies and tools appropriate to the needs of the student.
  • Uses lesson plans that integrate instruction across content areas.
  • Provides continuous feedback and adjusts instruction to maximize student learning. Integrates work-, family- and community-related activities into instruction.
  • Administers or interprets appropriate assessments.
  • Plans learning experiences that are interactive and relevant to workplace environment.
  • Uses formal and informal assessment data to monitor and document student progress.
  • Collects and manages accurate data for program improvement and accountability.
  • Participates in the retention and follow-up of students. Maintains student records.
  • Assesses student needs and goals and promotes program in community.
  • Attends required professional development activities.
  • Uses technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
  • Assesses personal strengths and weaknesses as a basis for developing an Individual Professional Development Plan and annual evaluation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

   
  TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 
  $24/HOUR
  
  EQUIPMENT USED
  

  • Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals.

  WORKING CONDITIONS
  
  Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
  Motion: Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching. Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). 
  Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours.
  Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.  
  
  APPLICATION DETAILS
  
  To complete an application, visit www.esc6.net Contact: Robbie Moralez,  rmoralez@esc6.net, 936-435-8264

• Adult Education -ESL Instructor WALLER County (Part-time)

  Job Goal:  To provide instruction to adult education students.  To plan, implement, document and evaluate instructional practices, procedures and materials. 
  
  Qualifications:
  Bachelor’s degree in education or content-related field preferred. ·        
  Certification in State approved assessments utilized by program and in class.
  All new instructors must complete a prescribed new instructor orientation process.
  
  Special Knowledge & Skills:
  Knowledge of program regulations, policies and procedures.
  Knowledge of community resources beneficial to the adult education population.
  
  Major Responsibilities:
  Applies researched-based instructional practices that incorporate the use of computers and other technologies. ·        
  Uses a variety of instructional strategies and tools appropriate to the needs of the student. ·        
  Uses lesson plans that integrate instruction across content areas. ·        
  Provides continuous feedback and adjusts instruction to maximize student learning. ·        
  Integrates work-, family- and community-related activities into instruction. ·        
  Administers or interprets appropriate assessments. ·        
  Plans learning experiences that are interactive and relevant to workplace environment. ·        
  Uses formal and informal assessment data to monitor and document student progress. ·        
  Collects and manages accurate data for program improvement and accountability. ·        
  Participates in the retention and follow-up of students. ·        
  Maintains student records. ·        
  Assesses student needs and goals and promotes programs in the community. ·        
  Attend required professional development activities. ·        
  Uses technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
  Assesses personal strengths and weaknesses as a basis for developing an Individual Professional Development Plan and annual evaluation. Perform other duties as assigned
  
  Terms of Employment:
  $24.00 an hour
  
  Equipment Used:
  Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals.
  
  Working Conditions:
  Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. ·        
  Motion: Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching. ·        
  Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). ·        
  Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours.
  Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.