Elementary Reading Language Arts; RLA Consultant

ESC Region 8 - Elementary Reading Language Arts (RLA) Consultant

Job Title: Elementary Reading Language Arts (RLA) Consultant

School: Region 8 ESC

Date Posted: 3/13/2026

Deadline:

Openings: 1

Commitment: Full Time

Description/Notes:

• 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
• Met 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

• 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
• Upholds confidentiality of the information processed in all work, if required
• Attends all called meetings including departmental staff meetings, work team meetings, and general staff meetings
• Actively contributes to assigned work teams
• Develops and competently implements an individual work plan that clearly contributes to the accomplishment of departmental, Integrated Academic Team, and organizational goals
• Analyzes metrics, evaluates outcomes, and makes adjustments to optimize impact of work
• Demonstrates a commitment to provide exceptional customer service
• Delivers exceptional professional learning experiences

• Provide professional development on research‑based instructional strategies and assistance in the selection and use of instructional resources, including but not limited to TEKS Resource System, Texas OER (Bluebonnet), and Texas Curriculum Resources (TCR)
• Design and deliver workshops on developing new or adapting Reading Language Arts strategies or existing curriculum documents, such as RLA instructional units
• Facilitate training on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for RLA including related technology application TEKS in preparation to support state mandated assessments
• Analyze data and provide appropriate interventions, strategies, and enrichment as determined from STAAR and local assessment data for RLA
• Support the integration of technology into the RLA curriculum through targeted professional development
• Participate in identified professional development to advance skills necessary to fulfill performance responsibilities
• Work collaboratively with Region 8 ESC content consultants to maintain instructional consistency
• Establish and maintain partnerships with the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and other relevant professional organizations
• Coordinate and implement effective training, staff development, and technical support aligned with program and project objectives
• Manage the collection of data and draft reports to meet ESC requirements for continuous improvement
• Travel within and outside the region (using a personal vehicle) as required to support program initiatives and district needs

• Additional projects as assigned by supervisor or Executive Director

• 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

• Locally funded

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years experience, Master’s Degree preferred
• Valid Texas Teacher’s Certificate
• Valid Principal Certificate preferred
• Knowledge of effective research
• Ability to plan, implement, deliver, and sustain professional development for teachers and instructional leaders
• Advanced knowledge of curriculum practices, instruction, assessment and intervention
• Recommended by the ESC Executive Director
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Executive Director may find appropriate and acceptable