Safety Specialist Jobs in Austin, TX

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Serve as a role model to support learning and innovation throughout the district. Provide instructional support, cross-curricular and technology integration, and mentoring for new teachers and others as needed. Support the implementation of professional development and a seamless, district-wide instructional delivery system.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university; Master’s degree preferred
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
• Completion of a state-developed 30-hour GT workshop required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Expertise in interpreting and teaching the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)
• Expertise in the curricular areas for the grade levels and subject areas assigned
• Knowledge of the use of student assessments in improving learning
• Knowledge of data disaggregation and analysis
• Knowledge of district intervention and academic support systems
• Knowledge of special programs such as G/T, ESL, Dyslexia, Special Education, etc.
• Expertise in the use of research-based best teaching practices and high-yield instructional strategies
• Effective coaching, problem solving, and conferencing skills
• Effective interpersonal skills and willingness to work collaboratively with staff
• Commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning for self and all staff
• Expertise as a staff developer
• Effectiveness as a professional role model
• Self-starter and problem solver
• Exceptional personal technology skills

Experience:

• At least 5 years of teaching experience preferred
• Experience teaching a variety of grade levels and subject areas preferred
• Recent teaching experience within the district preferred
• Experience as a teacher-leader or team leader preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Curriculum Management and Facilitation

• Assist in the facilitation of the review, development, and revision of all subject area programs and related curriculum documents and materials, including curriculum guides, course outlines, and teaching plans.
• Facilitate vertical and horizontal alignment of curriculum and instruction on each campus and between campuses.
• Facilitate curriculum-based assessment development and management.
• Support campus principals in the administration of curriculum-based assessments and the disaggregation and analysis of results to improve instruction.

Instructional Coaching

• Work cooperatively with directors and campus principals in developing and supervising the instructional programs in the assigned subject area.
• Collaborate with principals and teacher leaders to improve learning on each campus.
• Coach teachers in integrating research-based instructional strategies into classroom instruction.
• Serve as an instructional coach and model effective teaching practices.
• Model teaching strategies with students in the classroom.
• Use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness and facilitate coaching conversations around data.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation.

Staff Development

• Plan and provide staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff in the designated subject area.
• Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels in the assigned area.
• Coordinate professional development with campus administrators.
• Assist campus administration in the coordination and implementation of campus and individual staff professional development.
• Assist staff members in planning individual professional development to improve instruction, with emphasis on beginning teachers.
• Provide professional development at the district, campus, and individual levels.

Communication

• Promote collegiality, teamwork, and collaborative decision making among staff.
• Establish and maintain open communication and professional relationships with all staff members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in professional development to enhance essential job-related knowledge and skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Compile, maintain, and file physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality regarding student and coworker information as required by FERPA.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
Environment: Work inside; frequent district-wide travel; occasional state-wide travel.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Pay: $62,953.00 - $86,936.00 per year

Work Location: In person