Job Description
Revised: 10/23/2026
Position Title: Instructional Specialist
Job Title: Instructional Specialist
Function: Instruction
Family: Instructional Support
Reports to: Director
Terms of Employment:
Pay Grade: E17 Minimum Salary: * $59,494 Mid-Point Salary: $72,283
- Salary is determined on directly related experience supported by a service record or experience affidavit. For
more information on our pay policy, please refer to the Compensation Resource Manual. Annualized pay may
be pro-rated based on actual start date.
Minimum
Work Days:
197 Type of Assignment: Full-Time; Exempt Contract Type: Probationary
Other
Professional
Additional stipend of $7,500.00 for Instructional Specialist duties
Funding
Source:
This position is 100% funded through Title IV, Part A (Fund214). This position is assigned full
time (1005) to increase student academic achievement by providing a well -rounded education
and instructional support and upgrading the educational program. Annu al employment is
contingent upon the availability of funds.
Job Scope
Uses significant independent judgment and familiarity of the field to perform work. May be responsible for
administration of various moderate and high complexity departmental programs and may be the lead a group of
employees. May develop policies and procedures and oversee the implementation and execution of them.
Position Summary
The instructional specialist is an extension of the Curriculum & Instruction Department who facilitates
implementation of the departments' strategic initiatives to improve student achievement through district -wide
programmatic support of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development. The instructional
specialist engages with staff by coaching, model teaching, providing targeted intervention group instruction based
on data, managing curriculum collaboratively with teachers, and providing professional development. The work of
the instructional specialist is driven by data and the goals for the Curriculum & Instruction Department.
Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities
- Apply in-depth knowledge to provide instructional programs designed to assist teachers with developing
skills in the preparation of effective learning (lesson) plans, presentation of content, classroom
management, and school and community communications. Serve as a liaison between the school, and the
assigned office or department.
- Lead the collaboration with the content area Director in planning, implementing, and evaluating
department instructional goals and maintains frequent communication regarding campus support.
- Provide curriculum, instruction and assessment support to district and campus staff using advanced
knowledge to vertically articulate goals and initiatives of the respective content area and the Department
of Curriculum & Instruction.
Job Description
Revised: 10/23/2026
- Design, develop, and maintain curriculum resources for the department collaboratively with teachers.
- Facilitates effective implementation of district instructional frameworks and curriculum programs under
general supervision.
- Facilitate effective implementation of district instructional frameworks and curriculum programs.
- Apply advance knowledge to develop coaching plans for a continuum of services and conducting
professional development trainings for multiple campuses.
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected
for this position.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or 4 years equivalent experience.
- 3+ years progressive experience in teaching.
- Valid Teaching certification.
- Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee
(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- 5+ years progressive experience in teaching.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and
diplomacy.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently utilizing effective time management skills .
- Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternatives solutions,
conclusions, or approaches to the problems.
- Knowledge of and skill in implementing appropriate curriculum activities and materials .
- Knowledge of the content area and skill in applying the principles and practices of the area of assignment .
Working Conditions
Work Environment:
- Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and
equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
- Frequent exposure to temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional
exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc .
Physical Demands/Requirements:
- Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines and prolonged or
irregular hours; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; Occasional: Lifting
and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with
assistance; Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically; May be required under specific circumstances to
Job Description
Revised: 10/23/2026
provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others; Frequent
districtwide and occasional statewide travel.
Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports
San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion,
national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance,
immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs,
services, and District business functions.
Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non -discrimination policies can be found within
SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at:
https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.
San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión,
origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado
inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos,
servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito.
La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se
encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD,
disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176
Employee Signature: __ Date: _____