Job Details
| Region: | 8 |
| School District/Employer: | ESC Region 8 |
| District Category/Employer: | Education Service Center |
| Position: | Specialist |
| Assignment Level: | |
| Job Title: | Special Services Consultant |
| School: | Region 8 ESC |
| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 6/4/2025 |
| Deadline: | 2025-06-20 |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | EMPHASIS Transition Autism CENTER RESPONSIBILITIES Process all personal timekeeping, travel reporting and other paperwork in a timely manner Maintain professional attire and grooming appropriate for specific job position. Demonstrate punctual and regular attendance on the job Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities Supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor Incorporate appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor Exhibit professionalism in all situations at the ESC Develop collaborative and positive relationships with schools and co-workers Exhibit planning and leadership on assigned tasks and projects Ability to take initiative and exhibit innovative thinking Keep supervisor advised of all pertinent financial and operations business Ability to handle constructive criticism in a positive manner Evidence of following-up and following-through with services Evidence of professional loyalty Other duties assigned by supervisor DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to handle and see to completion multiple projects simultaneously and on deadline Demonstrates positive attitude with excellent interpersonal skills Be willing to work as a member of a team but also independently Upholds confidentiality of the information processed in all work, if required Attends all called meetings including departmental staff meetings, work team meetings, and general staff meetings Actively contributes to assigned work teams Develops and competently implements an individual work plan that clearly contributes to the accomplishment of departmental, , Leadership and Instruction Team (LIT), and organizational goals Analyzes metrics, evaluates outcomes, and adjusts optimize impact of work Demonstrates a commitment to provide exceptional customer service Delivers exceptional professional learning experiences POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Provide supports for Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) Provide Special Education Support alongside General Education in the areas of MTSS (RTI Behavior) Tier 2/3, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS), School Climate, Restorative Practices and Social Emotional Learning to help support students with behavioral challenges in Schoolwide and Classroom Environments Provide High Quality Technical Assistance and Professional Development to LEAs in the areas of Transition and Autism Evaluate the impact of training, products and services on the performance of students receiving special education services Complete and maintain SBIEP training TOT and coaching requirements to oversee the required metrics and Fidelity of Implementation rubric requirements Create, track, maintain and successfully meet goal metrics for assigned network/initiative activities [Transition and Autism] Collaborate with department staff to maintain, track and report SECIP goal activity for quarterly reporting Participate in designated local and state (e.g. networks) professional development activities, share information with ESC staff and appropriate regional personnel Act as the first point of contact for LEAs, parents, agencies and other stakeholders in the areas of Autism and Transition procedures for students grade ECSE - Graduation ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Travel (meaning to drive one's own vehicle) to and from LEAs to fulfill program and project specifications are required. Out of region travel may also be required. Coordinate and deliver effective training, staff development, and technical assistance in areas pertinent to the program or project. Process required paperwork and reports in a timely manner Model effective uses of technology in personal productivity and instructional applications SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS Additional projects as assigned by supervisor or Executive Director TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Up to 226 working days This is an at-will employment position. In the event of an economic slump, a reduction-in-force may be necessary. Employees will be notified in writing. FUNDING SOURCE Locally Funded Grant funded. Grant Cycle End Date: Aug 31, 2026 Funded by Other Sources |
| Qualifications: | QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree preferred Five years teaching in the field of Special Education required Valid Texas Teacher Certificate Specialized knowledge in transition and autism preferred Recommended by the Executive Director Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Executive Director may find appropriate and acceptable |
| Salary Range: | Starts at $87,413. |
| Benefits: | |
| How To Apply: | www.reg8.net/jobs |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Michele Leach |
| Email: | mleach@reg8.net |
| Address: | P.O. Box 1894 |
| City: | Mount Pleasant |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 75456-1894 |
| Phone: | (903) 572-8551 |
| Fax: | (903) 575-2609 |