TLT Specialist

ESU 4, representing school districts in Johnson, Nemaha, Otoe, Pawnee, and Richardson Counties, is accepting applications for a Teaching and Learning Team Specialist at the ESU 4 in Auburn, NE. ESU 4 offers an outstanding salary and benefit package. For more information regarding this position, please contact Gregg Robke. View the complete job description.

Department: Teaching and Learning Team

Job Title: Teaching and Learning Team Specialist

Minimum Requirements:

5 years teaching experience
Valid Nebraska teaching/administrative certificate (Masters degree preferred)
Knowledge of integrating technology into the classroom for effective teaching and learning
Knowledge of effective instruction, curriculum, and assessment practices
Understanding of the Continuous School Improvement Process including: data analysis, problem-solving, goal setting, and action planning
Effective interpersonal, presentation, and facilitation skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Flexibility to work non-traditional hours when necessary
Valid Nebraska driver’s license and the ability to drive to meet the requirements of the job

Reports to: ESU 4 Administrator

Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of ESU 4 Board Policies and Procedures and as determined to be appropriate.

Essential Functions:

Leads adults in the learning process
Work with teachers and students on a variety of projects/topics
Provide services to member schools in the areas of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and continuous improvement.
Understanding of the Continuous School Improvement Process including: data analysis, problem-solving, goal setting, and action planning
Digitally document processes and training for future reference
Assist schools in the formation of district mission and vision statements
Ability to learn, manage and present on multiple topics including educational technology
Model effective teaching practices
Communicate with ESU, NDE, and school district personnel in a variety of modes
Maintain current knowledge and awareness of specialized topics such as Career & Technical Education, social studies, Social-Emotional & Behavioral Learning, student events, issues related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and continuous improvement.
Attend meetings related to the role and responsibility of the ESU 4 Teaching and Learning Team (ESUPDO Affiliates, NDE, ESU 4 content cadres, etc.)
Keep up-to-date with state and federal requirements
Assist with the supervision of the Teaching and Learning Team Assistant
Work as a team member with ESU 4 and school district staff
Support ESU 4’s mission and vision
Attend and present at professional development workshops and conferences
Manage federal grants such as the ESU 4 Perkins consortium
Understand and comply with ESU 4 Board of Education Policies and ESU 4 Staff Handbook
Adhere to regular and dependable attendance
Other duties as assigned

Work Environment: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent sitting, driving, and standing
Frequent travel to area schools with home base at Educational Service Unit 4
Occasional prolonged and irregular hours
Occasional overnight travel to functions related to role and responsibility
Constant repetitive hand motions with prolonged use of a computer
Occasional walking, climbing stairs, bending/stooping, and/or reaching/pushing/pulling

Salary and Contract:

Salary commensurate with education and experience
220 day school year contract