Education Service Center Region 12
Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Assessment Specialist
Education Service Center Region 12, Woodway, Texas, United States, 76712
Position Description
The TIA Assessment Specialist will play a critical role in expanding strategic compensation across the region. One of the major components of this work involves supporting LEAs in the technical identification and implementation of various assessment systems for both TIA and ETIA. Specifically, the TIA Assessment Specialist will engage directly with identified districts to provide expert knowledge in Student Learning Objectives (SLOs), vendor Pre/Post test, District-created assessments, and Value-Added Models (VAMs) to accurately measure and impact student growth. The Specialist will also lead expansion efforts into specialized areas such as CTE, Special Programs, and Non-Foundational/Core Electives to ensure comprehensive system coverage. The TIA Assessment Specialist will support the technical requirements within the TIA Regional Support Grant, as well as provide other on-demand/wrap-around services to help districts with specific assessment and data-related needs.
Objectives of the TIA Regional Support Grant Include
Increase the number of districts with TIA systems
Increase the percentage of teachers eligible to earn TIA designations within local systems
Increase success rates with TIA implementation and data validation
Increase retention for TIA designated teachers
Skills
Experience in instructional leadership, data analysis, and coaching
Experience in designing and leading professional development
Experience planning with curriculum and instruction
Experience Data Management Systems
Job Qualifications Education/Certification
Master's degree
Valid Texas teaching license
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders
Strong long-term planning and project management skills, including establishing outcomes, determining evaluative measures, and tracking progress
Outstanding interpersonal, teamwork, and management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Results orientation coupled with a strong work ethic and excellent organization, coordination, and time management skills
Flexibility and comfort with ambiguity
Experience
Minimum of three years of experience as a campus administrator preferred
Prior experience working with TIA, specifically, curriculum and assessment
Prior experience engaging with Data Management Systems
Essential Duties
Provide leadership in the design, development, and implementation of a robust ystem Identification: Support LEAs in the selection and implementation of diverse assessment systems required for TIA/ETIA compliance.
Student Growth Modeling: Utilize specific knowledge and experience in SLOs and VAMs to help districts develop rigorous processes for tracking and impacting student growth.
Curriculum Expansion: Provide expert guidance on integrating non-traditional teaching assignments into the TIA framework, specifically focusing on CTE, Special Education, and Electives.
District Engagement: Work directly with district leadership and data teams to ensure assessment tools are valid, reliable, and aligned with state expectations.
Technical Assistance: Deliver wrap-around services and specialized support to address any TIA-related assessment challenges or implementation hurdles.
Travel Frequent Travel within the region, state, and nation when appropriate
Tools/Equipment Used Standard office equipment, including a personal computer and peripherals
Posture Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel and out-of-state travel
Mental Demands Manage multiple tasks and work cooperatively with others
Maintain a calm attitude in demanding situations
Make changes and adapt to varying responsibilities on an ongoing basis
Work with frequent interruptions, tight deadlines, and limited office space
Core Values Applicant needs to possess these core values through words and actions to build positive, long-term relationships with customers by demonstrating:
Professionalism, integrity, respect for others, expertise, and credibility at all times
Quality in delivering what I promise and helping create superior programs and services that add value beyond what is expected
Teamwork by working cooperatively with others to promote a positive and fun work environment
Adaptability by being flexible, attentive to change, and ready to move quickly and decisively in response to the needs of customers
Innovation by contributing to the implementation of new or significantly improved services and delivery methods
Superior Service by providing personable, direct attention that delivers customer satisfaction beyond what is expected
Benefit Information
ESC Region 12 provides monetary contributions of up to $575 per month to use for employee/family healthcare and supplemental benefits.
An employee earns state personal, sick, and vacation leave.
All employees contribute to both the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) and Social Security retirement programs.
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Objectives of the TIA Regional Support Grant Include
Increase the number of districts with TIA systems
Increase the percentage of teachers eligible to earn TIA designations within local systems
Increase success rates with TIA implementation and data validation
Increase retention for TIA designated teachers
Skills
Experience in instructional leadership, data analysis, and coaching
Experience in designing and leading professional development
Experience planning with curriculum and instruction
Experience Data Management Systems
Job Qualifications Education/Certification
Master's degree
Valid Texas teaching license
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders
Strong long-term planning and project management skills, including establishing outcomes, determining evaluative measures, and tracking progress
Outstanding interpersonal, teamwork, and management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Results orientation coupled with a strong work ethic and excellent organization, coordination, and time management skills
Flexibility and comfort with ambiguity
Experience
Minimum of three years of experience as a campus administrator preferred
Prior experience working with TIA, specifically, curriculum and assessment
Prior experience engaging with Data Management Systems
Essential Duties
Provide leadership in the design, development, and implementation of a robust ystem Identification: Support LEAs in the selection and implementation of diverse assessment systems required for TIA/ETIA compliance.
Student Growth Modeling: Utilize specific knowledge and experience in SLOs and VAMs to help districts develop rigorous processes for tracking and impacting student growth.
Curriculum Expansion: Provide expert guidance on integrating non-traditional teaching assignments into the TIA framework, specifically focusing on CTE, Special Education, and Electives.
District Engagement: Work directly with district leadership and data teams to ensure assessment tools are valid, reliable, and aligned with state expectations.
Technical Assistance: Deliver wrap-around services and specialized support to address any TIA-related assessment challenges or implementation hurdles.
Travel Frequent Travel within the region, state, and nation when appropriate
Tools/Equipment Used Standard office equipment, including a personal computer and peripherals
Posture Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel and out-of-state travel
Mental Demands Manage multiple tasks and work cooperatively with others
Maintain a calm attitude in demanding situations
Make changes and adapt to varying responsibilities on an ongoing basis
Work with frequent interruptions, tight deadlines, and limited office space
Core Values Applicant needs to possess these core values through words and actions to build positive, long-term relationships with customers by demonstrating:
Professionalism, integrity, respect for others, expertise, and credibility at all times
Quality in delivering what I promise and helping create superior programs and services that add value beyond what is expected
Teamwork by working cooperatively with others to promote a positive and fun work environment
Adaptability by being flexible, attentive to change, and ready to move quickly and decisively in response to the needs of customers
Innovation by contributing to the implementation of new or significantly improved services and delivery methods
Superior Service by providing personable, direct attention that delivers customer satisfaction beyond what is expected
Benefit Information
ESC Region 12 provides monetary contributions of up to $575 per month to use for employee/family healthcare and supplemental benefits.
An employee earns state personal, sick, and vacation leave.
All employees contribute to both the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) and Social Security retirement programs.
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