District Wide Elementary Literacy Instructional Specialist

id='p1899_'>District Wide Elementary Literacy Instructional Specialist JobID: 1899

Position Type:

Curriculum and Instruction/DW Literacy Instructional Specialist

Date Posted:

6/24/2026

Location:

East Central Educational Support Center (ESC)

Date Available:

Immediately

Closing Date:

07/04/2026 / Until Filled

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East Central Independent School District

Job Announcement - June 24, 2026

District Wide Elementary Literacy Instructional Specialist

The position for a District Wide Elementary Literacy Instructional Specialist is available at East Central ISD for the 2026-2027 school year. All individuals (district employees included) who are interested in this position must apply online through Frontline via the district website. The deadline for submitting an application is 4:00 pm., July 04, 2026, or until the position is filled.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to support PK-5 teachers and administrators in providing high-quality curriculum, instruction, and assessment for students; providing on-going assistance with effective learning (lesson) design, presentation of content, classroom organization and management, authentic assessment, and school and community communications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work directly with teachers teaching grades PK-5 in the classroom providing support for literacy curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development.
• Research and provide information and guidance regarding a range of effective and innovative literacy practices through various activities such as staff meetings, professional development programs, individual discussions, coaching sessions and demonstration lessons.
• Assist and support teachers with planning and preparation, pacing, teacher collaboration, progress monitoring, data analysis, intervention placement, and strategies for instructing students.
• Provide support and resources for classroom teachers to enable effective differentiation for students who struggle with content and those who require additional interventions.
• Assist in the integration of literacy across subject areas integrating technology at high levels in collaboration with technology staff and other content specialists.
• Work in collaboration with the campus administration staff and central office curriculum staff in order to build instructional capacity in the classroom and advance the learning of all students in the district.
• Provide teachers ongoing, targeted classroom support through daily one-on-one and/or group interactions with teachers.
• Assist teachers with the full and skillful implementation of the writing and reading standards utilizing research-based instructional practices and strategies in a focused effort to increase student achievement.
• Consult with and assist individual teachers to interpret, articulate and implement district curriculum.
• Write district curriculum documents and assessments.
• Coordinate Reading Academies district-wide
• Collaborate regularly with the campus administration, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and PK-12 Curriculum Coordinator to plan and discuss implementation plans and identify appropriate resources and support for teachers.
• Attend subject area supervisor's meetings to network with ELA specialists/supervisors in other districts.
• Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities to expand personal knowledge of literacy instruction and pedagogy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

NOTE: Not all applicants will be interviewed. Each applicant's resume, application, and other available information will be considered in the screening process. Only those persons currently meeting all minimum requirements will be screened.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred

Appropriate Texas Teacher Certificate

Outstanding record as a professional classroom teacher for at least three years

Superior presentation, writing, and organizational skills

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Exceptional interpersonal skills: ability to hold others to high standards while also offering support and maintaining positive relationships

Ability to deliver positive, constructive, and honest feedback, both written and verbal

Experience with curriculum development and implementation

Outstanding knowledge of subject matter and broad knowledge of available resources

Comfort and confidence in working with children and adults

Creativity, energy, and commitment to excellence

Commitment to and passion for teaching students from diverse backgrounds

WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress; frequent interruptions. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing, and lifting. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment. Occasional lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds not to exceed 45 pounds). May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; to control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non-ambulatory students. Exposure to biological hazards. Work predominantly inside and exposure to noise; may work outside with exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather, too. Frequent district-wide travel. Protracted and irregular hours of work. Normal office environment.

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: 210 days basis

SALARY: Based on 2026-2027 Classroom Teacher Salary Scale plus Stipend

Roland Toscano

Superintendent of Schools

• An Equal Opportunity Employer•