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TTU K-12 Teacher - Instructional Support Specialist

Texas Tech University

Lubbock, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$53,900–$70,100 Per Year
SKILLS
Academic Intervention, Administrative Skills, Budgeting, Canvas, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Information Technology & Information Systems, Learning Management System (LMS), Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Online Training, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Regulations, Risk Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, School Attendance, Testing, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Videoconferencing, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lubbock, TX
POSTED
9 days ago

Major/Essential Functions

  • Provide instructional support and course coverage for teachers during absences, periods of leave, or vacancies to ensure continuity of instruction and student support. Assist with grading, assignment feedback, and student communication during high-volume periods to ensure adherence to timelines and quality feedback standards, and conduct 1:1 discussion-based assessments as needed during peak seasons.
  • Provide individualized and small-group tutoring, intervention, and academic support to students based on teacher, counselor, or administrator referral; and maintain accurate records of student interventions, communication attempts, tutoring sessions, and other supports.
  • Collaborate with teachers, counselors, administrators, and support staff to identify and implement appropriate student support strategies.
  • Monitor student engagement, attendance, pacing, and course activity to identify students at risk of truancy, withdrawal, or academic failure. Conduct outreach and follow-up communication with students and families regarding inactivity, attendance concerns, and academic progress, and develop back on track plans to support student success.
  • Provide regular attendance and progress monitoring in support of school district partnerships and coordinate with partners to support student success as needed.
  •  Participate in the academic integrity committee to review referred assignments and assessments in alignment with the schools standards for authentic student work.
  • Assist with student assessment including working testing sites during state assessment windows (STAAR, TELPAS), SAT, ACT, or other testing instruments utilized by Texas Tech K-12.
  • Adhere to Texas Tech University, Texas Tech Online, and Texas Tech K-12 policy for remote work employees.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student records, communication, and sensitive information in accordance with applicable laws and district policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by direct supervisor.


Grant Funded?

No

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Texas curricular requirements for K-12 education.
3 years classroom experience.
Experience with online instruction.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:
Active listening, critical thinking, detail oriented. Able to solve problems quickly and resolve escalations.

Department

Texas Tech K12 Instructors

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Shift

Day

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, State of Texas Teacher Certification in area of expertise, and three years teaching experience in a public or private school setting.

Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a post-offer, pre-employment Texas Tech University background check, and in addition, a Texas Education Agency criminal background check and fingerprinting as required by the Texas Legislature for independent school districts.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

About the Department and/or College

Texas Tech K-12, a unit of the Texas Tech University Online division, is a state-approved online kindergarten through 12th-grade school that has been meeting students' needs for more than 25 years.
Affiliated with Texas Tech University, a Carnegie tier-one research institution, Texas Tech K-12 boasts a rigorous curriculum that allows students to work ahead, make up failed credits, and achieve their goals from wherever they are. Texas Tech K-12 is a Candidate for Accreditation with NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI. Texas Tech K-12 began in 1993 as a "Special Purpose District" designed to help students whose educational needs were not adequately met by traditional school districts. Since then, we have grown to serve students across the country and more than 70 nations around the world.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The following must accompany the application: 
  • Resume/CV
  • Cover Letter
  • Texas Teacher Certification 
  • Professional/ Personal Reference

To complete the application process, you must click on the Pre-Employment Affidavit link below to complete an additional form. Once the form is complete, you must return it within 5 business days, to Cynthia Barbosa at e-mail cynthia.barbosa@ttu.edu. Please email Cynthia for any problems concerning the Pre-Employment Affidavit.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Job Family

Community Engagement

Job Sub Family

Early Childhood Education

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams.
  • Ability to adapt to student information systems and learning management systems, such as Canvas.
  • Able to use video conferencing platforms.
  • Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills.
  • Have the ability to work and perform on several projects simultaneously.
  • Have the ability to make sound judgments.


Annualized Pay Range

$53,900 - $70,100 - $86,200

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