Texas Tech K-12 Teacher - Academic Interventionist

Lubbock

43757BR

TTU K12 Instructors

Position Description

Contributes to the University's and Texas Tech K-12's mission through teaching and service. Provides instruction, appropriate assistance, information and tutoring. Performs instructional and educational work while serving as an online teacher. Provides feedback and grades for lessons, exams and final course grades. Organizes and develops course work, coordinates classes for students, observes and assesses the needs of the students. Maintains communication both formally and informally with students and other educators.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

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 NCACASI, 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.

Major/Essential Functions

• Serve as the primary instructor for online K-12 accelerated instruction courses. This will include assessment of student learning, evaluating student grades and performance, providing regular feedback to students within 2 business days. support according to students' accommodations. 4) Foster student success through monitoring student learning and progress. 5) Utilize interactive and intensive instructional methods and data tracking (i.e. IXL).
• Communicate with students regularly including using online discussion boards, chat features, synchronous collaboration tools, email communications, and phone chat. Teachers will be required to respond to student questions within 24 hours / 1 business day.
• Regular communication with full-time/lead teachers and/or principals regarding grade turnaround, student performance, curricular alignment, students of concern, and other instructional issues that need to be discussed.
• Conduct video conferencing and phone calls to provide instructional support to students, meet with families, and build relationships through discussion-based assessments, live instruction, informal office hours, or other modalities as determined by Texas Tech K-12.
• - Policies and Procedures:
  • Adhere to all Texas Tech K-12 policies and procedures as noted in the Texas Tech K-12 Faculty Handbook.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Texas Tech K-12 superintendent and/or principals.
• Academic Interventions:
  • Design and deliver evidence-based interventions to support students in need of academic assistance.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to monitor and adjust intervention strategies based on data.
  • Document all interventions and maintain accurate student progress records.
• Data-Driven Instruction and Analysis:
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret student performance data to identify trends and areas of need.
  • Lead campus teams in data review processes and support teachers in using data to inform instruction.
  • Maintain documentation required for House Bill 1416 and ensure compliance with reporting guidelines.
• Parent & Family Communication:
  • Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, intervention plans, and strategies for home support.
  • Participate in parent conferences and meetings to provide insights on student achievement and behavior.
• Attendance Enforcement:
  • Monitor student attendance patterns and collaborate with administration, counselors, and families to address attendance concerns.
  • Implement and support attendance intervention plans in alignment with district policies.
• MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) Program Development:
  • Assist campus leadership in building and organizing the MTSS framework.
  • Coordinate progress monitoring systems, tiered interventions, and staff training.
  • Serve as a resource for teachers and support staff implementing MTSS strategies.
• Support for Special Populations:
  • Collaborate with the special populations team, including special education, Section 504, and English learner programs.
  • Serve as a substitute or provide classroom coverage for special populations staff as needed.
  • Assist with intervention documentation and progress monitoring for special population students.
• Assessment & Compliance:
  • Serve as a test proctor for state and district assessments as assigned.
  • Ensure test security and adherence to all assessment protocols.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of Texas curricular requirements for K-12 education
• Ability to deliver instruction and maintain documentation in an online/virtual setting
• Dedicated at-home workspace and reliable high-speed internet access
• Ability to participate in minimal, occasional travel as required

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Texas ESL certification with experience working with emergent bilingual students
• Demonstrates efficient utilization of time and resources
• Anticipates and responds to the needs of the department
• Basic knowledge of PEIMS and HB 1416 requirements
• Experience with asynchronous online instruction
• Experience with MTSS/RTI programs
• Three years' experience working with special education students in small groups

Safety Information

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

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The following must accompany the application:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Professional License or Certification - Texas SPED certification
• Professional/Personal Reference

• TO ACCESS THE FORM PLEASE CLICK HERE: Pre-Employment Affidavit

Required Attachments

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

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Job Family

Community Engagement

Job Sub Family

Early Childhood Education

Hourly Pay Range

$44,500 - $57,900 - $71,200

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.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

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.