This is an in-person position based in Texas. English/Spanish bilingual preferred for this position. What You’ll DoThe Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas (LIFT) Reading Lead is responsible for managing the execution and continuous improvement of the LIFT observation cycle across a portfolio of district partners focused on elementary reading. This role ensures high-quality implementation of monthly classroom and professional learning community (PLC) observations, translates field data into actionable insights for system leaders, and strengthens the capacity of school-based teams to use observation and feedback data to improve instruction.The Lead operates with increasing autonomy in managing the observation workflow, coordinating across Instruction Partners teams and external partners, and ensuring compliance with Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements. In addition to conducting observations, this role identifies implementation challenges, adapts tools to fit partner contexts within established frameworks, and contributes to improving observation and feedback systems over time.This role reports to a Senior Director of Content Implementation and Development and collaborates closely with Partnership Operations to ensure accurate data systems, timely reporting, and alignment to TEA requirements.Responsibilities:Lead Observation Execution & Project ManagementOwns execution of the monthly classroom and quarterly PLC observation cycle across assigned districts, ensuring all deliverables are completed on time and at high qualityManages a structured observation schedule across multiple schools per day, proactively adjusting plans to address operational constraints and partner needsEnsures accurate and timely entry of observation data into Instruction Partners and TEA systems, maintaining data integrity and completenessIdentifies and escalates patterns, risks, or implementation breakdowns that may affect observation quality or consistency across sitesInstructional Analysis & Capacity BuildingConducts classroom and PLC observations using TEA-aligned tools, ensuring high inter-rater reliability and consistent application of observation protocolsLeads structured hallway debriefs and reflective conversations with campus leaders and coaches, building their ability to independently identify instructional trends and coaching prioritiesTranslates observation data into clear, actionable insights for school and system leaders, highlighting strengths, gaps, and system-wide instructional trendsFacilitates end-of-cycle progress monitoring conversations with district leaders, supporting interpretation of data and next-step planningCross-Functional Coordination & Implementation SupportCoordinates closely with the Partnership Operations team to ensure alignment across scheduling, data collection, compliance, and reporting systemsCollaborates with internal instructional leaders to ensure observation insights inform broader district strategy and improvement plansParticipates in internal calibration and coordination meetings to ensure alignment with district action plans, instructional priorities, and organizational frameworksContributes feedback on observation tools and processes to improve consistency, usability, and impactProfessional Learning Facilitation & CoachingFacilitates targeted professional learning sessions for teachers and leaders as part of district-supported implementation plansAdapts facilitation approaches based on partner context while maintaining fidelity to Instruction Partners’ frameworks and TEA requirementsProvides informal coaching and feedback to instructional coaches and school leaders to strengthen their observation and feedback practicesInternalizes and prepares all session materials to ensure high-quality delivery and responsiveness to participant needsSystems, Compliance & Operational ExcellenceCompletes all required TEA orientation, calibration, and compliance activities, including observation norming and research-based instructional strategies (RBIS) trainingMaintains accurate documentation of all observation, facilitation, and reporting activities in required systemsSupports submission of required progress monitoring reports and ensures alignment with TEA expectationsCompletes all logistical and operational requirements tied to assigned district partnershipsCandidate Qualifications and Traits:5+ years of experience in education, including classroom teaching and instructional coaching or school-based leadership experienceInstructional Mastery & Diagnostics: Strong instructional expertise in elementary reading, including foundational reading skills, with ability to apply structured observation tools to diagnose instructionProject Management & Execution: Demonstrated ability to manage complex, recurring field-based projects with high attention to detail and reliabilityAdult Learning & Facilitation: Experience facilitating adult learning and providing actionable feedback to educators or school leadersData Synthesis & Strategic Insight: Ability to synthesize data and field observations into clear recommendations for improvementStakeholder Collaboration & Adaptability: Strong collaboration skills across internal teams and external district partners, with comfort operating in structured but dynamic environmentsInstruction Partners provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability
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