Consultant, English Language Arts and Reading​/Library Services

Consultant, English Language Arts and Reading/Library Services

• 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 school district in the area of library services related to digital resources programs and English Language Arts.

• Master’s degree required from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for English Languages Arts and Reading and School Library required.
• Three years of relevant teaching experience.
• Understanding of subscription based e-content, resources and objectives.
• Experience in planning and delivering professional development through a variety of methods (face‑to‑face online self‑paced, online facilitated, webinar and video conferencing).
• Experience in English language arts and reading curriculum development and implementation.
• Knowledge of Web design, Web publishing and database management.

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

• Support the implementation of Library services that support curriculum programs for the region.
• Provide a professional development program (face‑to‑face and online) for ESC‑20 initiatives.
• Support the design and development of online and print publication materials to support instructional programs.
• Design and deliver training using various methodologies.
• Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of English language arts and reading curriculum and instructional programs for designated districts/campuses.
• Provide technical assistance to districts in the area of promising practices in Library Services and English language arts and reading education.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents required.
• Represent ESC‑20 at regional and state meetings as appropriate.
• Participate at state, regional and local conferences to represent ESC‑20 programs as appropriate.
• Analyze current conditions, research and make recommendations to improve access to, delivery and sharing of library resources including electronic databases.
• Identify areas of client need.
• Suggest training and support strategies that would strengthen programs.
• Ensure quality project results.

• 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…