Educator Certification & Mentoring Consultant

School:
Region 8 ESC

Campus

Description:

Date Posted: 3/5/2026

Deadline:

Openings: 1

Commitment:
Full Time

CENTER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process all personal timekeeping, travel reporting and other paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain professional attire and grooming appropriate for specific job position
• Demonstrate punctual and regular attendance on the job
• Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities
• Supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC
• Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC
• Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures
• Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor
• Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor
• Exhibit professionalism in all situations at the ESC
• Develop collaborative and positive relationships with schools and co-workers
• Exhibit planning and leadership on assigned tasks and projects
• Ability to take initiative and exhibit innovative thinking
• Keep supervisor advised of all pertinent financial and operations business
• Ability to handle constructive criticism in a positive manner
• Evidence of following-up and following-through with services
• Evidence of professional loyalty
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to handle and see to completion multiple projects simultaneously and on deadline
• Demonstrates positive attitude with excellent interpersonal skills
• Be willing to work as a member of a team but also independently
• Attends all called meetings including departmental staff meetings, work team meetings, and general staff meetings
• Actively contributes to assigned work teams
• Upholds confidentiality of the information processed in all work, if required
• Develops and competently implements an individual work plan that clearly contributes to the accomplishment of departmental, Leadership & Instruction Team, and organizational goals
• Analyzes metrics and evaluates outcomes to optimize impact of work
• Demonstrates a commitment to provide exceptional customer service
• Delivers exceptional professional learning experiences

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in TEA orientation and all Texas Mentorship Trainings (TMT) and any other training required by TEA
• Redeliver TMT through a Trainer of Trainers (ToT) model
• Build relationships with LEAs & EPPs and recruit them to the right TMT pathway
• Provide TMT coaching and implementation to LEAs
• Grow teacher mentorship practices and systems in LEAs
• Serve as a Field Supervisor for teachers participating in Region 13’s Educator Certification Program (ECP)
• Conduct required observations of teacher candidates and provide timely feedback aligned to certification and program standards.
• Coach and support candidates in strengthening instructional practice, classroom management, and professional growth.
• Collaborate with campus mentor teachers and administrators to support candidate success.
• Maintain accurate documentation of observations and candidate progress in accordance with ECP and state requirements.
• Support ESC Talent Initiatives
• Collaborate with other Talent Initiatives to ensure alignment with EDF
• Ensure grant compliance for the Texas Mentorship Training grant
• Work collaboratively with ESC staff to provide consistent instructional and leadership supports
• Provide on-site visits to LEAs as needed
• Other duties assigned by supervisor

SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS

• Additional projects as assigned by supervisor or Executive Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Up to 226 working days
• This is an at-will employment position.
• In the event of an economic slump, a reduction-in-force may be necessary. Employees will be notified in writing.

FUNDING SOURCE

• Grant Funded - TMT Grant
• Grant funded positions may not exist past the end date.
• Local Funded

• Master's degree required
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Valid Texas Principal Certification or equivalent preferred
• Knowledge of effective research: change process, systems thinking, organizational culture and adult learners
• Ability to plan implement, deliver and sustain professional development for school and district personnel
• Advanced knowledge of curriculum practices, instruction, assessment, school improvement, and organizational culture
• Any acceptable variations of the above as approved