Statewide TEKS Resource System Mathematics Specialist

Reports To: Statewide TEKS Resource System Mathematics Content Coordinator

Salary: This is a full-time, twelve (12) month position at 232 days with a minium annual salary of $73,132.


Job Summary (Primary Purpose):
Work independently under the supervision of the Mathematics Content Coordinator to provide support in the statewide development of content-specific to TCMPC (TEKS Resource System and Texas Curriculum Resources) curriculum components, including all related documents, products, and services such as assessment, resources, and professional development. 

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Education/Certificates):

• Texas Teacher Certification in Mathematics 4-8
• Strong understanding of and experience with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) state standards, including corresponding grade band ELPS, CCRS, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of 4-8 mathematics curriculum and instruction trends, technology, assessment, and school systems
• Five years of classroom teaching experience in content area in grades 6-8
• Familiarity with cloud-based productivity suites, online curriculum platforms, and other content-specific software

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Education/Certificates):

• Master’s or advanced degree in curriculum, assessment, or a content-related field
• Curriculum and assessment leadership experience at the campus, district, regional, and/or state level
• TEKS Resource System curriculum development or implementation experience
• Bluebonnet Learning curriculum implementation experience

Major Job Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Serve as a representative of the Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC) and ESC Region 13, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration and discretion in all interactions with other members of the educational community and with the public
• Manage the development, revision, and enhancement of assigned grade band Mathematics-related curriculum, assessment, and resources
• Collaborate with Mathematics Content Coordinator and content area team to review TEA and SBOE agendas and rules as well as system feedback to plan project goals, processes, budgets, and timelines
• Regularly communicate project progress, areas of concern, and potential solutions to ensure project completion
• Participate in strategic, long-range planning by analyzing data and stakeholder feedback to determine development needs
• Support a team of contracted personnel with oversight by Content Coordinator, including providing training, communicating development workflows and timelines, and evaluating deliverables
• Plan and support statewide professional development to support content and products
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with content area team through regular and timely communication
• Stay current with trends in the areas of curriculum, instruction, technology, assessment, state/federal accountability, and school systems by attending and/or participating in professional development and/or meetings facilitated by state and national educational organizations and TEA
• ontribute to the maintenance of an internal file management system (SharePoint) for the retention and development of content and processes
• Utilize time management skills and strong communication for effective execution of position responsibilities and to ensure timelines are met
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Support a team of contracted personnel (with oversight by Content Coordinator), including providing training, communicating development workflows and timelines, and evaluating deliverables

Working Conditions (Physical/Mental Demands & Environmental Factors):

• Maintain emotional composure
• Follow established policies and procedures
• Hearing, speaking, visual acuity
• Extensive reading and writing for public scrutiny
• Prolonged or irregular hours
• Periodic overnight travel required
• Ability to sit at a desk and a computer for prolonged periods
• Ability to work productively in a remote setting as needed
• Light lifting and carrying (up to 20 pounds)

Equipment Use:
Telephone, copier, computer and peripherals, and other equipment as requirements change


The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills that may be required.