Primary Purpose:
The School Improvement Specialist will govern and lead the school within a school academy by building leadership capacity. They will guide the campus through the School Improvement Process with the responsibilities of implementing the School Improvement Process requirements set forth by NCLB. They will assist in the coordination of the revising and implement of the Campus Improvement Plan to increase student performance and participation on all state assessments and increase graduation rate.


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Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree in Education from an accredited college/university with a background in Curriculum and Instruction; Educational Administration; or Other Equivalent Educational Field.
Valid Texas Teacher Certification.

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of Accountability Standards (Performance Based Monitoring, School Improvement, and NCLB Programs)
Knowledge of Standards (AYP, AEIS)
Knowledge of Site Based Decision Making
Knowledge of the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Campus Improvement Plan process
Extensive knowledge of the TEKS
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong consultation skills for conferencing with staff

Experience:
Three years secondary campus level experience
Experience working with at risk population
Demonstrated experience of knowledge of school improvement