Consultant, Teacher Orientation and Preparation Program; TOPP

• Base Pay $6,327.00 - $7,118.00 / Month
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Required Degree Masters
• Manage Others No

• Name Human Resources Services
• Phone

Provide regional leadership, technical assistance, and staff development to Education Service Center, Region 20 (ESC-20) clients for the Teacher Orientation Preparation Program (TOPP). Support the delivery of TOPP content through appropriate integration of technology and tools, utilizing a variety of workshop delivery systems (e.g., online, and onsite, etc.).

• Master’s degree required from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate required.
• Three years of relevant experience.
• Possess current knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Experience in facilitating groups.
• Experience in planning and conducting staff development/training.

Exceptions to these requirements will be considered based on exemplary skills, training, and record of success.

• Provide training, leadership, and assistance in the development and delivery of staff development that effectively integrates technology and interactive web-based tools and applications.
• Facilitate groups to move through content in a way that builds capacity in making effective decisions regarding instructional strategies and performance standards for students.
• Provide support to TOPP interns in the field through observations and feedback.
• Serve as the point of contact for TExES EC-12 TOPP candidates/interns.
• Work collaboratively with staff for certification database improvement and maintenance.
• Create and support content delivery learning enhancements and program website enhancements.
• Ensure support for TOPP hybrid learning and online technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure all TOPP hybrid classes are efficiently and effectively delivered, updated and maintained.
• Provide prompt responses and support to online TOPP assignments by candidates/interns.
• Communicate program information to prospective TOPP candidates and district personnel.
• Deliver products/services in a timely manner.
• Facilitate, organize and maintain student and adjunct records related to all online courses and learning.

• Demonstrate initiative, persistence, and a proactive approach to assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrate the use of sound judgement and ingenuity in problem solving to meet the needs of the Center and clients served.
• Seek, participate, and engage in job-related learning and development experiences that provide professional growth.
• Remain current with industry standards, developments, and applicable laws/regulations; implement accordingly.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to new situations and assignments.
• Set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers encountered.
• Perform duties with awareness of broader organizational impact, ensuring actions and decisions support department and organizational success.
• Promote and support continuous improvement and organizational change.
• Work under minimal supervision.

• Model the Principles of Public Service (Policy AD LOCAL).
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner and interact professionally.
• Build professional relationships with colleagues and clients, maintaining regular interaction to meet shared outcomes.
• Demonstrate self-confidence, professionalism, and a high level of customer service skills (e.g., courtesy, patience, diplomacy, etc.) at all times and, in particular, when under stressful or unprecedented situations while working with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrate professional-level written and oral communication skills.
• Work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Keep supervisors informed.
• Regularly handle and maintain confidentiality of sensitive communications and information at all times.

• Be aware of and follow Center guidelines of allowable costs when recommending use of public funds for expenditures for supplies, equipment, and facilities in area of assignment.

• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Standard office equipment including personal computer, peripherals, copy machine, phone, etc.
• Posture…