Learning Specialist Jobs in Texas
Learning Specialist jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in K-12 school districts, higher education institutions, and corporate learning and development departments, with openings at every level from entry-level instructional aide to senior learning design lead. The heaviest hiring activity centers in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin, where anchor employers such as the University of Texas System, H-E-B, and Dell Technologies maintain consistent learning specialist headcount. The most in-demand specialties include instructional design, special education support, and corporate training facilitation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Special Instructions to Applicants: All interested applicants should attach a cover letter and resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
About Rice:
Boasting a 300-acre, tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system that supports students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses, and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. These values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They are evident in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community, and Excellence.
Position Summary:
Rice University’s Office of Academic Support for Undergraduate Students (OASUS) is a learning center that provides professional and peer-led learning assistance and equitable assessment opportunities to undergraduate students. Our peer educator development program prepares students as tutors, consultants, and teaching assistants through pedagogical and professional learning opportunities that are open to student educators across campus. The Learning Specialist in Peer Education will have the opportunity to shape this growing program as well as provide direct learning support.
Reporting to the Director of OASUS, the Learning Specialist in Peer Education is responsible for peer educator training curriculum and programming and oversees related graduate and undergraduate fellowship programs. The person in this position also provides course-based academic support for students in the areas of neurodiverse learning approaches and/or academic reading skills. The Learning Specialist in Peer Education collaborates closely with faculty and other student support units and plays a key role in cross-office learning initiatives.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
The successful candidate will:
1) be an experienced educator whose professional record demonstrates a commitment to academic excellence, inclusivity, and equitable student success;
2) demonstrate deep knowledge of theory, leading practices, and emerging initiatives related to peer pedagogy, learning sciences, and academic support in higher education;
3) possess a strong background in the needs of neurodiverse learners and/or academic literacy development; and
4) have experience providing academic support to university students.
Workplace Requirements:
Workplace Location:
Rice University, Fondren Library
Hybrid position: This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.
Hiring Range: $75,000 - $80,000
Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in a relevant academic discipline
- In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
- 3+ years of experience at a four-year college or university delivering academic and learning support to students
- In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
- At least one year of experience working with peer educator programming (tutors, consultants, TAs, etc.), ideally in a formal tutoring program
Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of the needs of neurodiverse learners and/or academic literacy development
- Curriculum development and training facilitation experience
- Excellent written and communication skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with diverse audiences
- Comfort with giving and receiving feedback
- Excellent analytical skills
- Ability to prioritize work assignments under a sustained heavy workload
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with staff and faculty within and across offices and departments
- Substantial knowledge and skills in current educational technologies and learning platforms
Preferences:
- Ph.D. in a relevant academic discipline
- Familiarity with distinct models of peer education
- Demonstrated experience developing student-oriented programming in a higher education environment
- At least one year of experience teaching undergraduate students at a four-year college or university
- Experience supervising student educators
- Experience working in cross-office collaborative initiatives
Essential Functions:
- Develop curriculum and lead the delivery of the Foundational Peer Educator Training program
- Select 4–6 Whitten Fellows annually and oversee fellowship activities and projects
- Supervise 8–10 Lead Peer Educators
- In collaboration with campus partners, develop and lead the Rice Peer Educator Network
- Develop learning support resources related to neurodiverse learning approaches and/or academic reading skills
- Provide course-based academic support to individual students in the areas of neurodiverse learning approaches and/or academic reading skills
- Contribute pedagogical leadership to office-wide initiatives and program development
- Collaborate closely with faculty and other campus partners to respond to student learning needs
- Participate in data-driven program assessment
- Contribute to campus conversations related to student success and evolving learning support needs
Additional Functions:
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Rice University HR | Benefits: https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
Rice Mission and Values: Mission and Values | Rice University
Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please get in touch with Rice University’s Human Resources Office via email at facstaffada@rice.edu for support.
If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.
Special Instructions to Applicants: All interested applicants should attach a cover letter and resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
About Rice:
Boasting a 300-acre, tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system that supports students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses, and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. These values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They are evident in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community, and Excellence.
Position Summary:
Rice University’s Office of Academic Support for Undergraduate Students (OASUS) is a learning center that provides professional and peer-led learning assistance and equitable assessment opportunities to undergraduate students. Our peer educator development program prepares students as tutors, consultants, and teaching assistants through pedagogical and professional learning opportunities that are open to student educators across campus. The Learning Specialist in Peer Education will have the opportunity to shape this growing program as well as provide direct learning support.
Reporting to the Director of OASUS, the Learning Specialist in Peer Education is responsible for peer educator training curriculum and programming and oversees related graduate and undergraduate fellowship programs. The person in this position also provides course-based academic support for students in the areas of neurodiverse learning approaches and/or academic reading skills. The Learning Specialist in Peer Education collaborates closely with faculty and other student support units and plays a key role in cross-office learning initiatives.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
The successful candidate will:
1) be an experienced educator whose professional record demonstrates a commitment to academic excellence, inclusivity, and equitable student success;
2) demonstrate deep knowledge of theory, leading practices, and emerging initiatives related to peer pedagogy, learning sciences, and academic support in higher education;
3) possess a strong background in the needs of neurodiverse learners and/or academic literacy development; and
4) have experience providing academic support to university students.
Workplace Requirements:
Workplace Location:
Rice University, Fondren Library
Hybrid position: This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.
Hiring Range: $75,000 - $80,000
Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in a relevant academic discipline
- In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
- 3+ years of experience at a four-year college or university delivering academic and learning support to students
- In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
- At least one year of experience working with peer educator programming (tutors, consultants, TAs, etc.), ideally in a formal tutoring program
Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of the needs of neurodiverse learners and/or academic literacy development
- Curriculum development and training facilitation experience
- Excellent written and communication skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with diverse audiences
- Comfort with giving and receiving feedback
- Excellent analytical skills
- Ability to prioritize work assignments under a sustained heavy workload
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with staff and faculty within and across offices and departments
- Substantial knowledge and skills in current educational technologies and learning platforms
Preferences:
- Ph.D. in a relevant academic discipline
- Familiarity with distinct models of peer education
- Demonstrated experience developing student-oriented programming in a higher education environment
- At least one year of experience teaching undergraduate students at a four-year college or university
- Experience supervising student educators
- Experience working in cross-office collaborative initiatives
Essential Functions:
- Develop curriculum and lead the delivery of the Foundational Peer Educator Training program
- Select 4–6 Whitten Fellows annually and oversee fellowship activities and projects
- Supervise 8–10 Lead Peer Educators
- In collaboration with campus partners, develop and lead the Rice Peer Educator Network
- Develop learning support resources related to neurodiverse learning approaches and/or academic reading skills
- Provide course-based academic support to individual students in the areas of neurodiverse learning approaches and/or academic reading skills
- Contribute pedagogical leadership to office-wide initiatives and program development
- Collaborate closely with faculty and other campus partners to respond to student learning needs
- Participate in data-driven program assessment
- Contribute to campus conversations related to student success and evolving learning support needs
Additional Functions:
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Rice University HR | Benefits: https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
Rice Mission and Values: Mission and Values | Rice University
Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please get in touch with Rice University’s Human Resources Office via email at facstaffada@rice.edu for support.
If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.
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Learning Specialist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Spring Independent School District28
- Dallas Independent School District7
- Avis Budget4
- Houston Methodist4
- LTIMindtree4
Top Industries Hiring
- Education60
- Technology & Software14
- Healthcare & Medical Services11
- Energy7
- Consulting & Professional Services6
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in learning specialist jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, or a closely related field required
- Texas Education Agency certification or relevant state-recognized credential for school-based roles
- Experience designing and delivering training or instructional content for adult or student learners
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or Cornerstone
- Strong communication and facilitation skills for both in-person and virtual learning environments
- Familiarity with curriculum development frameworks and adult learning theory principles
Learning Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a learning specialist in Texas?
The path depends on the sector you're targeting. For K-12 school-based roles, the Texas Education Agency issues educator certifications, and most districts require a valid TEA certificate in special education, reading, or a related area. For higher education or corporate learning and development roles, a bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, or organizational development is the standard entry point, with a master's degree strengthening competitiveness for senior positions.
Which companies hire learning specialists in Texas?
Employers hiring learning specialists in Texas right now include Spring Independent School District, Dallas Independent School District, and Avis Budget, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large corporate headquarters base, major research universities, and one of the largest public school systems in the country collectively make it one of the more active states for this role.
Which Texas cities have the most learning specialist jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin consistently post the most learning specialist openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth drive volume through their dense concentration of Fortune 500 corporate headquarters, large independent school districts, and major health systems with internal training departments, while Austin's growing technology sector and flagship university presence fuel steady demand there.
Are there remote learning specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many education-adjacent roles. About 12% of learning specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the field's heavy reliance on digital content creation and virtual facilitation. Instructional design and e-learning development positions are the most likely to be fully remote, while roles focused on in-person coaching or on-site employee onboarding tend to require physical presence.
How can I get hired as a learning specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a paraprofessional or instructional aide position in a Texas public school district, which lets you build classroom experience while working toward a Texas Education Agency certification. Large independent school districts in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio run structured alternative certification programs and new-educator pipelines. For corporate learning roles, a portfolio of sample training materials or an e-learning module built during a course or internship carries significant weight with hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to learning specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to learning specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across school districts, universities, and corporate employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and target location, and apply directly through each listing.
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