Specialist, Campus Academic Elementary-Accelerating Campus Excellence; ACE Campus

Position: Specialist, Campus Academic Elementary-Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Campus (2026-2027 School Year)
DAYS PER YEAR: 226

MIN: $75,837

MID: $91,370

(Based on  Pay Scale)

JOB TITLE: Campus Academic Specialist - Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Campus  School Year)

REPORTS TO: Principal on Special Assignment - ACE Campus

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

PAY GRADE: AI 1

ACE STIPEND: $5,000 Annual ACE Instructional Support Stipend (in accordance with the District ACE Compensation Plan)

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Campus Academic Specialist - Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) Campus supports the implementation of the Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) instructional model by strengthening teacher effectiveness and improving student achievement through instructional coaching, data analysis, and professional learning. The Campus Academic Specialist provides individualized coaching, feedback, and professional development to teachers while working closely with campus leadership to ensure high-quality instructional practices are implemented with fidelity.

This role supports the continuous cycle of instructional planning, observation, feedback, and improvement that is essential to the ACE campus turnaround model. The Campus Academic Specialist collaborates with instructional specialists, campus administrators, and teachers to analyze student performance data, develop professional learning plans, and monitor the impact of instructional practices on student outcomes.

All employees of Spring ISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, champion the needs of our students, and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Minimum of five (5) years of job-related teaching or instructional experience

Preferred

• Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or related field
• Three (3) years of administrative or instructional leadership experience
• Two (2) years of experience in instructional coaching, teacher evaluation, or professional learning development
• Experience working in high-needs or school turnaround environments

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and research-based teaching strategies
• Knowledge of effective coaching practices that improve teacher performance
• Ability to analyze student achievement data to guide instructional improvement
• Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to support teachers in implementing effective instructional strategies
• Knowledge of professional learning systems and teacher development practices
• Ability to facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and collaborative planning
• Ability to build strong professional relationships with teachers and campusleadership
• Ability to evaluate instructional practices and provide meaningful feedback

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional Coaching and Teacher Development

• Observe classroom instruction and provide formative feedback to teachers on instructional strengths and areas for growth.
• Provide individualized coaching to teachers to strengthen instructional practices and improve student learning outcomes.
• Support teachers in implementing research-based instructional strategies aligned to district curriculum and state standards.
• Assist teachers in identifying instructional priorities and developing professional growth goals.
• Monitor teacher implementation of new instructional strategies and adjust coaching support as needed.

Data Analysis and Instructional Improvement

• Work with campusleadership and teachers to review student performance data and identify areas for instructional improvement.
• Assist teachers in analyzing student achievement data to guide lesson planning and intervention strategies.
• Support the development and implementation of instructional improvement plans aligned to campus
• Monitor the impact of instructional changes on student learning outcomes.

Professional Learning and Campus Collaboration

• Facilitate and support Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on improving instructional practices and student outcomes.
• Lead group professional learning sessions designed to strengthen teacher effectiveness.
• Collaborate with instructional specialists and campusleadership to align professional development with campus instructional priorities.
• Support campusinstructional leadership teams in implementing the ACE instructional framework.

Instructional Leadership Support

• Partner with the campusprincipal to align teacher development priorities with campus improvement goals.
• Provide instructional feedback that informs teacher appraisal and development processes.
• Support the development of professional learning plans based on teacher and campus
• Coordinate and support academic programs designed to strengthen student achievement, including summer academic programs when applicable.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain professionalism in conduct, communication, and work ethic.
• Maintain accurate records related to teacher…