Education Service Center Region 15.

• School Leadership Specialist (TIA Data Specialist)

  Location: ESC Region 15, San Angelo, TX
  Reports To: Associate Director, Administrative Services, Federal & Special Programs
  FLSA Status: Exempt / 12 Months
  Pay Grade: 5
  **Position Open Until Filled**
  
  Mission: Education Service Center Region 15 is dedicated to excellence in education through leadership, partnership, and service.
  
  Position Purpose:
  The School Leadership Specialist provides leadership, training, coaching, and technical assistance to Region 15 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in implementing research-based practices that accelerate student growth and achievement. The position supports school and district leaders in strengthening instructional leadership, educator effectiveness, continuous improvement, accountability, and positive school climates.
  
  Major Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Provide training, coaching, and technical assistance to LEAs related to school leadership, instructional leadership, continuous improvement, and educator effectiveness.
  • Provide guidance and technical assistance to districts in the development, refinement, implementation, and continuous improvement of local TIA designation systems, including support for application development, system design, data collection, validation, and submission requirements.
  • Design and facilitate professional learning aligned with Texas Education Agency (TEA) initiatives, including the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA), Texas Instructional Leadership (TIL), and educator appraisal.
  • Support districts with the development, implementation, refinement, and data submission requirements of local TIA systems.
  • Assist district and campus leaders in analyzing performance data, identifying areas for growth, and developing and monitoring improvement strategies.
  • Provide guidance related to state and federal accountability requirements and initiatives.
  • Promote high standards of excellence and a culture of continuous improvement across schools and districts.
  • Share current research, innovative practices, and state and federal updates with LEAs.
  • Collaborate with Region 15 staff, other Education Service Centers, TEA, and partner agencies on leadership and school improvement initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Administrative Services and Federal Programs and/or Executive Director.

  Qualifications:

  • Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience as a campus administrator.
  • Strong knowledge of instructional leadership, school improvement, accountability, and educator effectiveness.
  • Experience with TIA, TIL, educator appraisal, or other TEA initiatives preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data and use findings to support continuous improvement.
  • Strong communication, presentation, collaboration, coaching, and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to build effective relationships with district and campus leaders and manage multiple priorities effectively.

  For More Information:
  Robin Graves, Associate Director
  325-658-6571
  robin.graves@esc15.net

• Education Specialist (Elementary Mathematics)

  Location: Education Service Center Region 15
  Reports To: Associate Director/Program Director
  FLSA Status: Exempt
  Calendar: 12 Months/234 Days
  **Open Until Filled**
  
  Position Summary:
  The Education Specialist for K–5 Elementary Mathematics provides leadership, professional learning, instructional coaching, and technical assistance to elementary educators and school districts. The specialist supports teachers, campus leaders, and instructional teams in implementing high-quality mathematics instruction aligned with state standards and evidence-based practice.
  
  Major Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Provide professional development and ongoing support to K–5 teachers in mathematics content, pedagogy, and instructional practices.
  • Design and facilitate engaging professional learning sessions focused on elementary mathematics concepts, problem solving, mathematical reasoning, and student discourse.
  • Coach teachers and instructional leaders through classroom observations, modeling, co-teaching, lesson planning, and feedback cycles.
  • Support districts in implementing state mathematics standards and developing coherent, standards-aligned mathematics curricula.
  • Assist educators in using assessment data to identify student needs, monitor progress, and plan targeted instruction.
  • Develop and provide instructional resources, exemplars, lesson materials, and professional learning tools for elementary mathematics.
  • Support campuses in implementing effective intervention and enrichment practices for mathematics learners.
  • Collaborate with district administrators, curriculum directors, instructional coaches, and teachers to identify instructional needs and develop responsive support.
  • Stay current with research and best practices in elementary mathematics education and translate that research into practical classroom applications.
  • Participate in regional, state, and professional mathematics education initiatives.
  • Provide technical assistance related to mathematics curriculum, assessment, instructional materials, and instructional technology.
  • Build collaborative relationships with school districts and educational partners across the ESC region.

  Experience:
  Three (3) years classroom teaching experience
  
  For More Information:
  Shakeah Hoffman
  Program Director
  shakeah.hoffman@esc15.net

• Associate Director (Instructional Services)

  Organization: Education Service Center Region 15
  Reports To: Executive Director
  Status: Exempt
  Calendar: 12 Months/234 Days
  **Position Open Until Filled**
  
  Position Summary: The Associate Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Education Service Center. This role drives the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs, professional development, and technical assistance for regional school districts. The Associate Director ensures compliance with state and federal regulations while fostering collaborative partnerships with school administrators, community stakeholders, and state education agencies.
  
  Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership: Align and direct ESC programs with regional educational goals and state standards.
  • Program Oversight: Supplemental Instruction, Accountability, Curriculum and Instruction and LIFT.
  • Supervision: Department staff.
  • Fiscal Management: Develop, monitor, and optimize program budgets and grant funding allocations.
  • District Collaboration: Assess school district needs to deliver targeted technical assistance and training.
  • Operations & Compliance: Ensure all center operations adhere to board policies and legislative mandates.
  • Data-Driven Improvement: Analyze student achievement data to measure the impact of ESC services.

  
  Qualifications:

  • Experience: Minimum of five years of successful school administration or educational leadership experience.
  • Skills: Proven track record in budget management, grant administration, and staff supervision.
  • Communication: Exceptional public speaking, conflict resolution, and collaborative relationship-building skills.

• Education Specialist (Speech Language Pathologist)

  Location:  ESC Region 15, San Angelo TX
  Reports To: Director, Special Education
  FLSA Status: Exempt
  Calendar: 12 Months / 234 Days
  **Open Until Filled**
  

  Position Purpose:

  The Education Specialist (Speech-Language Pathologist) reports to the Special Education Program Director and provides leadership, guidance, professional development, and technical assistance to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) throughout ESC Region 15. This position is responsible for promoting and supporting the implementation of research-based best practices in speech-language pathology and related special education services while fostering a high-performance culture that emphasizes excellence, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. The Education Specialist collaborates with educators, administrators, and regional staff to strengthen instructional practices, ensure compliance with state and federal requirements, and improve outcomes for children and students with disabilities.
  

  Primary Responsibilities:

  • Design, deliver, facilitate, and model high-quality professional development and technical assistance for Speech-Language Pathologists serving children and students ages 3–21.
  • Provide training and technical assistance related to Education Service Center Network initiatives and requirements.
  • Coordinate the TETN/TWU Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Program for ESC Region 15.
  • Support the implementation of Assistive Technology through targeted training, consultation, and technical assistance for educators and specialists.
  • Deliver professional learning on the Early Childhood Outcomes Summary (COS) Process and the COS Form (COSF), including documentation of children's functioning for State Performance Plan (SPP) Indicator #7.
  • Provide guidance and technical assistance regarding Child Find, evaluation procedures, and Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) processes related to speech-language pathology services.
  • Collaborate with school districts and regional stakeholders to support effective implementation of evidence-based practices and compliance with state and federal special education requirements.
  • Serve on ESC Region 15 committees and work collaboratively with internal departments to support regional initiatives and services.
  • Stay current with research, legislation, and best practices in speech-language pathology and special education through ongoing professional learning.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Special Education Program Director or Executive Director.

  Qualifications

  • Minimum of three years of successful experience as a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist.
  • Knowledge of federal and state special education laws, regulations, and best practices.
  • Strong presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to provide consultation, coaching, and professional learning to adult learners.
  • Valid Texas driver's license and ability to travel throughout the ESC Region 15 service area.

  Preferred:

  • Experience providing professional development or coaching for educators.
  • Knowledge of Assistive Technology, Early Childhood Outcomes (COS/COSF), Child Find, evaluation procedures, and ARD processes.
  • Experience coordinating regional or district-level special education initiatives.

  
  Requirements:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field
  Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (Required)
  Current License in Speech Pathology from Texas Department of Licensing & Registration
  ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence 
  
  For More Information:
  Stefanie Taylor, Director
  stefanie.taylor@esc15.net
  

• Education Specialist (Texas Strategic Staffing)

  Location: Education Service Center Region 15 San Angelo, TX
  Reports To: Deputy Director
  Calendar: 12 Months / 234 Days
  FLSA Status: May be filled as Full-Time or Hourly position
  Position Open Until Filled
  
  Position Purpose: 
  This position reports to the Deputy Director and is responsible for providing technical assistance, coaching, and professional learning support to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in the implementation of strategic leadership and staffing initiatives aligned with Texas Education Agency (TEA) priorities.
  
  Major Duties/Responsibilities:
  
• Provide technical assistance and coaching to LEAs in the implementation of state staffing initiatives, strategic leadership practices, and educator workforce requirements.
• Support district and campus leaders in developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive staffing plans aligned with Texas Education Agency (TEA) priorities and state accountability expectations.
• Analyze staffing, certification, retention, and recruitment data to identify trends, needs, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Serve as critical thought partners for school systems as they establish strong residency systems for Preparing and Retaining Educators through Partnerships Program (PREP) Residency Allotment, recriuitment mechanisms through PREP Grow Your Own Allotment, and support training for host teachers through the PREP Mentorship 
• Assist LEAs in meeting state and federal requirements related to educator certification, assignment compliance, teacher recruitment, retention, and workforce development.
• Facilitate professional learning opportunities, workshops, webinars, and coaching sessions for district and campus administrators on strategic staffing and leadership best practices.
• Collaborate with TEA staff, ESC personnel, and LEA leadership teams to ensure consistent implementation of statewide initiatives and grant requirements.
• Guide districts in developing sustainable leadership pipelines, succession planning processes, and talent management systems.
• Monitor project goals, deliverables, timelines, and performance measures to ensure compliance with program expectations and funding requirements.
• Develop and maintain resources, tools, guidance documents, and training materials to support LEA implementation efforts.
• Conduct on-site and virtual consultations with district and campus leadership teams to assess needs, provide recommendations, and support continuous improvement planning.
• Assist districts in interpreting and implementing state statutes, administrative rules, commissioner guidance, and TEA program requirements related to educator effectiveness and staffing.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with superintendents, human resource directors, principals, teacher leaders, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and program evaluations required by TEA, ESC leadership, and funding agencies.
• Participate in statewide meetings, professional development activities, communities of practice, and cross-functional workgroups.
• Travel within the ESC region and across Texas, as required, to provide direct support to LEAs and participate in statewide initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission, goals, and strategic priorities of the Education Service Center and the Texas Education Agency.
• Other duties as assigned by Deputy or Executive Director.
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• Experience: Five (5) years of related work related experience
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• More Information:
• Laura Strube, Deputy Director 
• laura.strube@esc15.net