School Success Specialist



Job Goal:  School Success Specialists are full time positions that coordinate all school improvement efforts for districts and campuses implementing state and/or federal accountability interventions through the Effective Schools Framework in partnership with the Texas Education Agency. Additionally, ESC 6 School Success Specialists work with districts and campuses seeking to elevate their current success by fine-tuning the systems and processes already in place to support strategic improvement and growth.

Qualifications:
  • Texas Teaching Certification
  • Principal Certification
  • Campus/district leadership level experience required

Special Knowledge & Skills:
  • Campus/district level administrative experience a must for this position. Individuals that have experience leading campuses or school districts that exhibited high academic performance or have led a turnaround campus are best suited for the position for ESC School Success Specialist.
  • Recent experience at the campus/district leadership level is preferred.
  • Possess leadership skills required to lead the development of a collaborative approach to school improvement.
  • Possess expertise in planning, implementing, and managing improvement efforts at the campus/district level.
  • Has a full understanding of the state accountability system as well as the federal system of accountability.
  • Has the expertise needed to stay abreast of any changes in either the state or federal accountability systems.
  • Has the ability to develop and lead staff development for a variety of groups.
  • Accepts the responsibility of being accountable for the success of campuses/districts in school improvement.
  • Has the ability to work with adult learners.
  • Has recent campus/district leadership and management experience.
  • Is a change agent that can work with groups with divergent thinking.
  • Maintains results-orientation.
  • Skilled in the use of data to improve academic performance.
  • Practices strong communication skills.
  • Operates from a sense of urgency in implementing the school improvement efforts required.
  • Has the ability to provide positive and critical feedback to all involved.
  • Is willing to attend many meetings related to school improvement across the region.
  • Has the flexibility to make changes to plans identified as being less efficient.
  • Knows how to recognize and celebrate success.

Major Responsibilities:
  • Critically evaluate and provide feedback on targeted improvement, turnaround plans, and mid-year funding reports for alignment to the Effective School Framework (ESF)
  • Communicate and influence leaders by providing effective feedback related to targeted improvement and turnaround plans that result in schools taking action toward school improvement.
  • Provide high-quality customer service to external stakeholders (DCSIs and other primary campus contacts, principals, etc.) by providing valuable feedback, guidance, and support in navigating the school improvement process.
  • Ensure approved targeted improvement and turnaround plans result in achievement of school accountability scores.
  • Participates in all meetings, training, and other sessions involving school improvement in their assigned schools.
  • Assist in the development of specific capacity building services based on identified campus needs.
  • Conduct ESF (Effective School Framework) Diagnostics for campuses.
  • Serve as a Texas Instructional Leadership coach.
  • Monitors progress and effectiveness of school improvement efforts across the Region.

Terms of Employment:  Commensurate with experience

Equipment Used:
  • Standard Office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals.
  • Personal computer, distance learning lab, presentation equipment (digital projector, speaker system), standard 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.

To complete an application, visit www.esc6.netContact:  

Klara Madison kmadison@esc6.net

 




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