About this role
Classification: Admin/Prof Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional Pay Grade: 5 Department: Academic Performance & Leadership Impact Reports To: Assistant Director Job Goal: Support the development, planning, coordination, and implementation of Academic Performance and Leadership Impact services aligned with the mission and strategic priorities of the Center for Strategic District Support and Region 4 ESC. Partner closely with district leadership teams to implement system-level, state-aligned initiatives, including Bluebonnet Learning and Instructional Materials Review and Adoption (IMRA), that strengthen leadership capacity, align instructional systems, and improve student outcomes across participating LEAs. Qualifications: Education
• Bachelor's degree
Certification
• Texas Educator Certificate
Experience
• Three years of experience in K–12 education leadership at the campus or district level
• Experience leading district-level leadership or central office initiatives
• Experience developing and coordinating professional development and leadership support services
• Experience supporting implementation of system-level initiatives across multiple campuses
• Experience supporting Bluebonnet Learning, IMRA, or instructional materials initiatives preferred
Special Knowledge and Skills
• Demonstrates understanding of district leadership structures and Texas continuous improvement systems
• Knowledge of Bluebonnet Learning, IMRA processes, and HQIM
• Ability to communicate with superintendents and cabinet-level leaders
• Strong project management and analytical capacity
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree in Educational Leadership or related field
• Experience supporting grant-funded initiatives
Major Responsibilities
• Develop, plan, coordinate, and implement Academic Performance and Leadership Impact services aligned with the mission and strategic priorities of the Center for Strategic District Support and Region 4 ESC.
• Coordinate the implementation of services across multiple LEAs, ensuring coherence, fidelity, and alignment to district priorities and improvement goals.
• Partner closely with district leadership teams, including superintendents and cabinet members, to execute system-level initiatives that strengthen leadership capacity, align instructional systems, and improve student outcomes.
• Provide technical assistance and customized services to districts to support leadership development and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support and manage the coordination and implementation of state-aligned initiatives, including Bluebonnet Learning and IMRA, ensuring alignment to state expectations and high-quality instructional practices.
• Deliver professional development and coaching to district leaders and teams to support effective implementation of initiatives and build internal capacity.
• Monitor implementation progress, track data, and evaluate impact across initiatives to inform continuous improvement and decision-making.
• Identify risks, gaps, and barriers to successful implementation and collaborate with district leaders to develop responsive solutions.
• Support professional learning by curating, developing, and aligning resources to district needs, state initiatives, and evidence-based practices.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across LEAs, ESC departments, and external partners to foster collaboration and shared accountability.
• Support the planning, implementation, and reporting requirements of grant-funded initiatives aligned to district and regional priorities.
• Participate in ongoing professional learning to remain current on state initiatives, instructional best practices, leadership development, and systems improvement strategies.
Supervision/Personnel Management None Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/Mental Demands Frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse); occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; occasional statewide travel; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure.