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Dec 11, 2019
Safe and Supportive Schools Project Manager Featured
$63,103 - $83,298 yearly
MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Safe and Supportive Schools Project Manager facilitates the Texas Education Agency’s cross-functional approach to school safety which includes coordinating functions across the agency and collaborating with other agencies and entities that support school safety measures in schools across the state. This role is also responsible for the coordination of multiple agency functions around school safety policy, including mental health, grants administration, data collection, data use and analysis, student discipline, information technology, school finance, and school programs. The Safe and Supportive Schools Project Manager develops and supports the execution of project plans, coordinates school safety functions, serves as liaison to other agencies and stakeholders in coordinating policy and response to crises, produces rules related to the Safe and Supportive School Program and school safety as provided by statute, manages multiple school safety-related grants, and coordinates statewide training and professional development. This position will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the Safe and Supportive School Program broadly. The Safe and Supportive Schools Project Manager will determine the agency response to legislative requests, media requests, and district questions regarding school safety, and will share information on the agency’s Safe and Supportive School Program and school safety policy with education stakeholders. This information sharing will range from serving as the primary resource for testifying before the legislature on school safety issues to answering district stakeholder phone calls regarding school safety, among many other stakeholder-related responsibilities. This role will report to the Commissioner’s Deputy Chief of Staff, and may also support some functions within emergency management. Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additionally, please be sure to respond to the short answer prompts found in the supplemental questions. These responses should be added in a separate Word or PDF document in the attachments section of the application. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Coordinate TEA’s school safety functions, ensuring an aligned and coordinated agency approach, through effective project management, group facilitation, and communication. Develop policy documents, such as rules, to communicate this policy approach. Manage administration of key school safety grants and oversee the implementation of the federal grant programs with subrecipients. Serve as the content area expert for program implementation and administration. Collaborate and communicate with other government entities on school safety issues, including but not limited to the Texas School Safety Center, other state agencies including Health and Human Services and the Department of Public Safety, and collaborate with the TEA Governmental Relations and Communications departments on communications with the legislature, Governor’s Office, and Media. Coordinate agency response to school safety incidents as required.   Qualifications   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Experience: At least 5 years of experience or formal training in one or more of the following: risk management, emergency management, public safety work, mental health and wrap-around support services. Two years of experience working in a school district administration or government agency is highly preferred. Experience effectively managing cross-functional projects is preferred. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of Texas state government, Texas education landscape, and school safety policy landscape. Ability to develop and execute against cross-functional project plans. Proven ability to effectively manage up and out, without formal management authority, to facilitate cross-functional work. Commitment to superlative customer service to education stakeholders. Excellent problem-solving skills. Collaborative approach to working cross-functionally. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Believes all children can learn at the highest levels. A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve. Ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment. Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference. Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed here . This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency. No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Texas Education Agency Austin, TX, USA Full-time
Dec 04, 2019
Manager of Advancement Featured
ROLE SUMMARY Good Reason Houston is seeking a Manager of Advancement who is results-oriented, passionate about fundraising, and excited about working in a start-up environment to improve education for all children across Houston.  The Manager of Advancement will be a key member of the Advancement team, helping ensure Good Reason Houston is thoughtfully cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding funders to reach ambitious organizational goals. ABOUT GOOD REASON HOUSTON Good Reason Houston’s vision is that every child, in every neighborhood, excels in a world-class public school and thrives in the Houston of tomorrow. To grow more great schools in every neighborhood in Houston, the organization focuses on four key strategic levers: Driving System Innovation Developing Game-changing Educators Advancing Equitable Access Engaging the Community ABOUT THE ROLE As the Manager of Advancement, you will be responsible for the implementation and management of systems and processes related to donor management to ensure that we meet our goals, as well as creating strategic donor cultivation and stewardship materials.  This will include assisting in aggregating and organizing narratives, data and metrics for complex programs and investments; and developing data reports on donor information.  You will be charged with drafting high-quality proposals, reports and other communications to donors and prospects.  This position reports to the Chief Advancement Officer and will play a key role in ensuring that Good Reason Houston realizes its vision that every child, in every neighborhood, excels in a world-class public school and thrives in the Houston of tomorrow. IDEAL CANDIDATE Passionate about Relationship Building : You have a passion for building relationships and are an excellent communicator.  You will work to understand donor prospect motivations and find ways that their interests and priorities align with our financial needs. Driven by Data and Research: You like research. You enjoy digging into a prospect’s giving tendencies, and you are great at looking for opportunities and uncovering new prospects.  You are obsessed with donor data and reporting on progress. Organized and Detail-Oriented: You are extremely organized and exceptional at managing many details at once.  You create detailed calendars with proposal timelines, stewardship activities, and close dates. You implement a moves management system for each donor and use it to triage and make strategic decisions.  No prospect or donor is left behind. RESPONSIBILITIES Donor Cultivation and Stewardship Support Provide strategic support for meeting preparation, including monitoring and anticipating needs, coordinating with program partners and drafting prep materials Draft high-quality donor communications that meet cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship objectives, including proposals, letters, follow-up correspondence, updates, acknowledgments, reports, and other materials as necessary Work across Program and Strategy & Investment teams to develop narratives, data and metrics for complex gift proposals Develop program and donor knowledge and context to effectively strategize donor communications. Donor and Database Management Implement and manage effective gift-processing system to ensure team’s ability to track progress to goal, coordinating with finance team as necessary Manage donor database, ensuring donor records are accurate, uploading appropriate documentation and tracking moves management Conduct prospect research and remain apprised of local philanthropy news by reading local papers, journals, society pages, etc. Assist team in managing and regularly improving team-wide policies, procedures and systems to increase efficiency and improve collaboration and communication. Donor Engagement Support the development and execution of grassroots fundraising campaigns, including online and peer-to-peer fundraising Provide support for event execution and donor experience for all Good Reason Houston events Other duties as assigned, as the organization’s fundraising program grows QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree required Minimum 3-5 years professional work experience required, with nonprofit fundraising experience highly preferred A track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships with and among a diverse group of stakeholders Experience using donor database, such as eTapestry, Blackbaud, Salesforce, etc., highly preferred Excellent organizational skills, with a demonstrated commitment to meeting a high bar and a history of getting things done even in the face of obstacles and ambiguity Exceptional writing and communications skills with experience writing in a professional setting A data and research orientation – including a curiosity and urgency around data collection and analysis Experience managing multiple projects and ability to manage teammates, volunteers, and stakeholders on short-term projects Ability to be flexible and adaptable in changing environment Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Passion about the mission, vision, and goals of Good Reason Houston and how this position contributes to the organization’s success
Good Reason Houston Houston, TX, USA Full-time
Nov 22, 2019
Senior Manager of Scholar Success Featured
Good Reason Houston is seeking a Senior Manager of Scholar Success who has a strong track record helping students succeed in college and is excited to join the founding Harris County Promise team. The Senior Manager will work directly with community college partners to support college persistence. Specifically, this person will provide data analysis and lead a learning community of success professionals across Promise partner colleges to ensure Promise Scholars complete a credential or associate’s degree prepared for living wage employment and/or transfer to 4-year institutions. Harris County Promise is a collaboration between K-12 organizations and higher education institutions to increase postsecondary completion for the region by eliminating financial barriers, increasing support, and aligning resources. The Harris County Promise program is available to all Texas resident seniors from participating high schools, regardless of GPA or income. Eligible seniors who become Promise Scholars receive up to three years of guaranteed tuition and fees, assistance with books, and additional support to help them complete their degrees. The Harris County Promise program will launch in 2020.   This position reports to the Managing Director of Promise and will play a key role in ensuring Good Reason Houston realizes its vision that every child, in every neighborhood, excels in a world-class public school and thrives in the Houston of tomorrow. Responsibilities: Program Leadership Drive the achievement of excellent college outcomes, including credential/degree attainment and access to living wage employment for Harris County Promise Scholars Own user experience design to ensure student-friendly, easily accessible, seamless support of students throughout their college journey Possess and develop expertise in retention methods for at-risk students and inform the team of developing theories and best practices Create, administer, and manage student and parent texting campaigns Manage the administration of student incentives and additional supports Design and monitor all student-facing communications for student-friendliness and impact, including text message campaigns, emails, and program collateral  Data Management Work with the team to develop an effective case management system to facilitate data collection for timely and effective intervention by Promise staff and campus stakeholders Track and analyze data through the case management system to inform effective interventions based on student needs Prepare reports and turnkey information to Promise support staff on each partner campus for immediate programmatic adjustments to reach performance goals Team & Relationships Serve as a coach and external accountability partner for college-based Success Coaches and/or other Promise support staff to help students transition to college, maintain satisfactory academic progress, and persist to completion and/or transfer Develop and nurture relationships with college and community stakeholders to reduce barriers and facilitate student success  Turnkey lessons learned to inform strategic work across our K-12 and higher ed partners and contribute to the achievement of Good Reason Houston’s mission and goals Serve as a hands-on contributor to the Harris County Promise team and collaborate on initiatives across the team to ensure students successfully enroll and succeed in college Qualifications: Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, Advanced degree preferred 8+ years of professional experience related to college access and success with a strong track record of successful student outcomes in college Competencies & Characteristics Expertise with designing effective student interventions and supports Facility with data and leadership of professional learning communities Commitment to achieve rigorous goals on behalf of students Flexibility to respond to and manage a range of stakeholders Experience leading and coordinating high-performing teams Creativity and innovative thinking skills to respond to emerging needs Strength in data tracking, management, and analysis Ability to use data to problem-solve and set strategy Demonstrated passion for the transformative power of education
Good Reason Houston Houston, TX, USA Full-time
Nov 22, 2019
Director of Recruitment Featured
Director of Recruitment KIPP Columbus, a growing network of free, open enrollment public charter schools in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a committed, mission-driven le ader with talent acquisition and team management experience to serve as the Director of Recruitment.  The Opportunity At KIPP Columbus, we recognize the critical importance of finding the best of the best to help us fulfill our mission of providing all KIPPsters with a transformational education.  To this end, we are deeply committed to implementing strong full-cycle recruitment strategies, processes, and systems. The Director of Recruitment has the unique opportunity to lead this work, overseeing the strategy and execution of our regional recruitment across our schools and directly managing and leading the recruitment team. Responsibilities of KIPP Columbus’s Director of Recruitment include, but are not limited to, the following key priorities: Talent Strategy Establish and develop the talent strategy for the region that drives the organization’s priorities and goals; advancing a talent-focused culture across schools. Define key metrics to measure impact of talent strategy and monitor strategy effectiveness. Sequence talent priorities over the short and long term, developing and implementation plan for achieving talent goals and driving communication of strategy across the organization. Promote diversity, equity, cultural competence, and inclusion as part of the talent strategy. Oversee talent data collection, analysis, and action planning for the region that results in increased school performance. Talent Outreach & Acquisition Oversee all recruitment efforts, managing the recruitment team, and ensuring that 100% of positions are filled (by June 1) by a diverse candidate pool that is reflective of the organization’s values and goals. Build close, effective relationships with KCO school leaders to assess talent needs across the region and ensure alignment of the recruitment process with program needs. Provide coaching, development, and support to the recruitment team to meet ambitious goals. Create a comprehensive outreach plan that will identifies and cultivates strong community partnerships and talent pipelines, including but not limited to, colleges and universities, alternative teacher preparation programs, and mission aligned non-profit organizations. Develop innovative strategies for researching and cultivating identified pools of talent and individual prospects. Directly lead all leadership and senior-level recruitment across the organization. Build the KIPP Columbus brand and enhance visibility on social media and other platforms. that positions the organization as an employer of choice for top candidates. Conduct talent reviews with school leadership and school support team leadership to identify talent needs and align an effective outreach strategy. Develop and implement a strategic staff referral program leading to more warm outreach and increased candidate cultivation. Create and revise selection materials and systems to ensure an efficient, engaging, and values-aligned process. Conduct application reviews and phone interviews in a friendly, efficient, and rigorous manner. Manage and develop any talent team members, ensuring that recruitment, outreach, selection, and onboarding processes are reflective of KIPP Columbus’ vision and values, resulting in top tier talent acquisition and retention. Partner with and support the HR team and hiring managers to ensure a streamlined approach to the full talent cycle from outreach to onboarding.  Ensure new hires are introduced to the organization’s values and culture, with strong onboarding, investment, and development leading to high retention rates across the schools. Represent KIPP KCO in a professional and engaging manner at internal and external events. Other duties as assigned.    Qualities Director of Talent will possess the following qualities: Deep belief in the mission of KIPP Columbus and a strong desire to work towards equity within education Focus on results: able to clearly sell and articulate a vision, outline and detail a project plan, engage stakeholders, and execute against it Ability to multi-task and work within an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment, while driving toward clarity and solutions Extreme flexibility, with a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate high levels of responsibility and multiple priorities Willingness to do whatever it takes and go above and beyond to serve all students Model positive and healthy character traits and habits, as well as the values of KIPP Columbus (Imagine, Navigate, Seek, Persevere, Integrity, Responsibility, and Empathy). Qualifications The following are required of all applicants: Proven experience and success cultivating talent and creating a talent development program; individuals with experience in education, working with teachers and school leaders (preferred) Demonstrated success leading strategic talent initiatives that result in measurable improved performance Experience leading high-performing teams and managing staff Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong strategic planning and organization skills Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Columbus’ mission and values Salary KIPP Columbus offers a generous salary and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical and dental insurance, as well as group term life insurance, retirement plan and paid time off. Statement of Non-Discrimination KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission, employment, etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code. About KIPP Columbus KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and life. There are over 200 KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 80,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating at four times the national average for low-income students. Founded in 2008 with 50 students in the 5th grade, KIPP Columbus now serves nearly 2000 students in grades K-12 at a new campus built on the grounds of a former golf course in Northeast Columbus. During the 2018-2019 school year, KIPP Columbus had the highest amount of academic growth of any urban school in Ohio and received an overall score of “B”on our State Report Card.
KIPP Columbus Columbus, OH, USA Full-time
Nov 19, 2019
Remote Director of Partnership Development Featured
WorkMonger is seeking an entrepreneurial, strategic, highly organized, and collaborative sales professional to support our work through establishing, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with US education sector organizations that can benefit from WorkMonger’s talent and selection services. ABOUT WORKMONGER WorkMonger is an online job matching service and full-service search firm that aims to transform the way organizations and jobseekers find each other for non-teaching roles in the US education sector. WorkMonger provides a more personalized and expedited hiring process by using a combination of our advanced matching algorithm, technology, and personal expertise. WorkMonger exclusively supports the broader US PreK-12 education sector, including school districts, charter schools, non-profits, technology companies, policy organizations, support organizations, and more. RESPONSIBILITIES Employer Partnership Development: Own the totality of the full-cycle partnership development function. Develop and execute on a client-centric, full-cycle sales strategy of WorkMonger’s products and services to bring a diverse group of US education employers into WorkMonger’s Employer community in collaboration with the WorkMonger team Identify and optimize new, innovative employer pipelines and partnerships, including creating a master prospect list of employers Conduct sales meeting with potential WorkMonger Employers, primarily over the phone but occasionally in person Work closely with those involved in JobSeeker recruitment and our matching process to ensure that the JobSeeker pipeline and Employer/Job pipeline are aligned (thereby maximizing the likelihood of a successful hire) Represent WorkMonger externally, including at conferences, recruiting events, networking opportunities, etc. in order to generate excitement among prospective Employers Cultivate leads to ensure “lead to Employer Sign-up” conversion in alignment with goals Focus partnership development efforts on strategies that will produce the greatest number of Employer clients and role submissions for the fewest dollars spent Work with CEO to develop messaging that clearly and concisely explains WorkMonger to external employer audiences in a manner that resonates and drives brand loyalty Support a culture of productivity and accountability through the creation and tracking of sales and retention milestones Employer Stewardship: Engage Employers and assist the Talent Matching team to ensure a successful hire Develop and execute a system and schedule of touch points with past and current Employers Solicit feedback from Employers to ensure WorkMonger is providing the highest-quality service Strive to deepen the relationship with every WorkMonger Employer through leveraging our suite of services Organizational Strategy Serve as a thought partner in all parts of WorkMonger’s strategy QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications: Passion for the education sector K-12 education sector experience. Belief in the power of people to make an impact A love for relationship building A customer service mentality Strong written and verbal communication skills. A willingness to tap your personal network of friends, colleagues, etc. for potential sales. Sales, partnership development, or fundraising/development experience Strong written and oral communication skills A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation, attention to detail, and ethical standards Bachelor’s degree Talent experience in K-12 education strongly preferred. Sales/Partnership Development experience in K-12 education preferred. Experience in the educational equity slice of the education sector preferred. Additional Qualifications: The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline sensitive projects A commitment to setting and meeting long-term & short-term goals Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes Ability to adapt, think critically, and work in a constantly evolving environment Passion for, and experience with, systems building and data-driven decision making Technical expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, cloud-based systems and database management Personal Characteristics: Mission alignment: a belief that EVERY individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society Mission alignment: a belief that ALL children deserve access to an excellent and equitable education that prepares them for a successful life of their choosing Sense of humor - must love to laugh Hard working, enthusiastic team player with a “can do” attitude and strong work ethic Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver Authentic passion for helping clients solve their talent challenges LOCATION & KEY CONSIDERATIONS Remote: May live anywhere in the United States Part-time or full-time Compensation for this role is commission-based with a base. As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits Reports to WorkMonger’s CEO Candidate must have access to a laptop, high-speed internet and Microsoft Office Suite.
WorkMonger Remote Full-Time Remote/Virtual
Nov 19, 2019
TCDD Grant Management Director Featured
$5,259 - $7,083 monthly
TCDD MISSION:  The mission of the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) is to create change so that all people with disabilities are fully included in their communities and exercise control over their own lives. POSITION OVERVIEW:  Per a Governor’s Executive order, the Texas Education Agency is the designated state agency for TCDD, and as such provides administrative support to hire and select the best talent to support TCDD’s mission. TCDD operates as a separate government entity of TEA and manages its federal award separately. TCDD offices are located on E. Oltorf in Austin, Texas. TCDD is governed by a 27-member governor appointed Council. The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) is seeking a senior-level Grant Management Director to join our team and play a critical role in overseeing and supervising the grants team and monitoring assigned grant projects approved by our Council. The Grants Management Director is responsible for the accountability of federal grant funds and monitoring them for compliance in accordance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and TCDD policies and procedures. Fiscal monitoring of grants may include monitoring budgets and workplans, processing quarterly reports, annual continuations, program revisions, grantee reimbursements and writing final project reports. The Grants Management Director is also responsible for developing and providing division strategic direction, quality assurance, and technical assistance. The Grants Management Director supervises a staff of three Grant Coordinators and provides oversight to their activities and assignments, conducts performance evaluations, training and continuing education. The Grants Management Director may provide input into the development of new initiative proposals, executive summaries and the review of grant applications. The Grants Management Director provides excellent customer service and support and is the liaison between grantees, Council members and TCDD division leads. The Grants Management Director will report outcomes at quarterly Council meetings to inform and support Council funding decisions and may provide input to the Annual Performance Progress Report (APPR). The Grant Management Director is expected to work independently and use initiative to perform essential functions. This position may require minimal travel within the state of Texas to perform on-site monitoring, attend grantee events and council meetings. This position reports to the TCDD Executive Director. TCDD is responsible for awarding and administering over $3 million in federal funds to organizations that assist people with developmental disabilities to achieve their potential for independence, productivity and integration into their communities by awarding grant funds to subrecipients who develop a comprehensive system of service and supports in Texas. The Grants Management Director may be responsible for monitoring between 5-10 grants during the grant’s life cycle, which can range from 1 year to 5 years. Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter is a required attachment for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additionally, please be sure to respond to the short answer prompts found in the supplemental questions. These responses should be added in a separate Word or PDF document in the attachments section of the application. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Oversees and develops the strategic direction of grants monitoring including the establishment and update of policies and procedures and grants manual for staff and grantees that are consistent with federal and state guidelines. Provides reports and analysis of department functions to executive leadership and Council members. Develops and monitors division budget requests and expenditures. Serves as the liaison between grant, Council members, and TCDD communications, policy and operations divisions. Oversees the programmatic and fiscal monitoring of grant funds assigned to TCDD programs, and for budgets and workplans of assigned grantees. Responsible for processing and approval of quarterly reports, annual continuation applications, program revisions, grantee reimbursements, and final project reports. Provides quality assurance to the monitoring process through review and approval of activities performed by staff. Design retention and documentation policies and assist in the identification and development of electronic monitoring systems. May assist with data collection and reporting outcome activities from workplans for the Annual Program Performance Report. Oversees technical assistance services provided to grantees and staff. Identifies areas of need for training and makes recommendations to improve federal grant operations. Stays abreast of changes made to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Uniform Grants Management System (UGMS). Adjust policies and procedures related to technical assistance and ensure grantees and staff are complying. Oversee the grants data collection and monitoring tools and make recommendations for updating and or changing reporting system and forms as needed. Develops and provides customer service support to colleague organizations, grantees, or other external organizations related to federal grants. Reviews stipend, new grant and annual continuation applications and provides analysis to Council members to inform funding decisions. Evaluate and provide summary of workplan and budget justifications that outline whether proposed expenses are allowable, allocable, and reasonable. May recommend edits and conduct negotiations if needed. Hires, counsels, trains and evaluates the work activities of three Grant Coordinators to assure timely completion of assignments and quality of work is performed to meet Council standards and division goals and objectives. Assures staff follow policy and procedures pertaining to federal, state, and TCDD grants monitoring requirements. Provide professional development and ongoing training as needed.   Qualifications   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. A degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting or Finance is preferred.  Experience:  At least six (6) years of experience in monitoring federal grants and contracts with an understanding of federal compliance in accordance with federal laws, rules and regulations. At least three of those years should be in a leadership or supervisory capacity or experience with general management and operations. At least 3 years of experience is required in using budget and accounting principles and/or fiscal management applications to document accountability and monitoring of grant funds and expenditures. Substitutions:  Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Be familiar with federal and state policies and procedures, principles, regulations, and guidelines for federal grants management. Use of the Uniform Grant Management Standards (UGMS) and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Highly skilled in budgeting, accounting principles and fiscal management of grant funds. Have negotiating and communicating skills and be able to present technical information orally and in writing to various audiences. Highly skilled in reviewing financial reports and the ability to analyze reports and report on information to internal and external audiences. Outstanding personnel management skills and the ability to direct the work activities of others. Excellent and positive customer service support to diverse organizations Ability to develop, complete, and oversee strategic goals, objectives, activities and evaluation measures. Experience with developing policies, procedures and training programs. Ability to provide technical assistance and guidance to others in the development and implementation of program activities. Maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups both as a team and as a leader. Skill in handling conflict while maintaining an effective working relationship with staff, Council members and grantees. Superior computer skills and the ability to operate Microsoft software programs. Be willing to learn financial management or database software programs. Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce written reports from collected data. Be able to work independently and the ability to manage time effectively. Skill in planning, coordinating, and multi-tasking, with the ability to complete complex projects on schedule. Meticulous attention to detail when reviewing budgets, workplans and numbers. How to Apply for a TCDD Position  TCDD receives human resources services from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). All applicants are required to enter their employment applications using TEA’s Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS). Learn  how to apply for a position  with TEA using CAPPS. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference. Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here . This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency. No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.  
Texas Education Agency Austin, TX, USA Full-time
Nov 18, 2019
School Social Worker (MSW & PEL required) Featured
$51,000 - $74,000 yearly
Be Noble. Be a Social Worker at Noble. Noble believes that all students have the right to an excellent education; our social workers are crucial in ensuring all of our diverse learners have success in academics and in life. Social workers provide support for our students and act as guides in their social, emotional, and mental health. Noble social workers identify those students who need extra support, advocate and develop improvement plans, research and refer students to community resources, and work with/liaise with the students’ teacher, administration, and family. MSW and Professional Educators License (PEL) with social work endorsement is required. This application is for the 2019-2020 School Year and is for all potential Social Work openings at Noble. Noble Quality Non-negotiables A belief that all students, regardless of background and current ability, can succeed in high school, college, and life A belief in executing Noble’s approach to high expectations A record of pursuing and achieving ambitious results A regular practice of reflection and desire to continuously improve A bachelor’s degree Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis What Noble has to Offer A Focus on Learning : You are empowered to design your course in the way you think will best achieve results for students. Our campus leaders minimize disruptions and maximize time focused on student learning. All classes start on time and are never interrupted with announcements, copy rooms are stockpiled with paper, and over 95% of students are in attendance daily.   Robust Student Services : We believe in serving the whole child. For this reason, each of our campuses is equipped with at least one full-time licensed Social Worker and teams of College Counselors. Additionally, our students have access to a variety of enrichment and extended learning options such as night and summer school courses and internship opportunities. Active Community Involvement : Through parent advisory councils, feedback workshops, advocacy support, college enrollment guidance, quarterly parent-teacher conferences, advisory, and other engagement opportunities we invest in every student and family to build lasting, meaningful relationships. Accountability and Support : Expectations are consistent for every adult and student in the building, and we welcome the accountability necessary to achieve excellence. We are obsessed with following through on the basics and are committed to supporting, developing, and retaining high-performing educators. A Range of Benefits :We strive to be the best place to work, and our employee benefits are thoughtfully designed to support us in this ambition. Our robust and ever-evolving set of benefits includes:   Health & Wellness: A predictable  salary schedule  with opportunity for performance bonuses Competitive health benefits and paid parental leave Discounts to Noble Daycare, gym memberships, & bike-share services Free financial planning services Free 24/7 access to a licensed social worker and 3 in-person counseling services Professional Development and Recognition Opportunities: Leadership and career development programs including:  Diverse Leaders Fellowship ,  Noble Fellowship , and  Management Accelerator Distinguished Teacher , a program to recognize and reward excellence in the classroom Instructional development series aligned to  The Noble Classroom  framework, including Foundations and Rigor training At Noble, we have one mission: to be a catalyst for educational equity in the city of Chicago that empowers students with the scholarship, discipline, and honor necessary to succeed in college and lead exemplary lives. We know that we only fulfill this mission if we are the best place for a diverse mix of driven, reflective, and innovative educators to come, stay, and do their best work nurturing college-ready students. That is why Noble is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law. Be Noble. Join our Mission today!
Noble Network of Charter Schools 1010 E 72nd St, Chicago, IL 60619, USA Full-time
Nov 14, 2019
Human Resources and Payroll Manager (Meridian Public Charter School) Featured
ABOUT MERIDIAN PCS Meridian is a PreK-8th grade school located in Washington, DC’s vibrant U Street Corridor. Our 650+ students are a diverse mix of African-American, Latino, Asian, African, and White students. Almost 30% of our students are English language learners, and we have one of the largest Hispanic populations in DC charter schools. Meridian is committed to serving our local community, and one-third of our students live within a half mile of the school. We are also proud of the fact that Meridian is a school of choice for parents— all eight wards of the city are represented among our student population. Meridian’s strengths include a beautiful main campus, with nearby outdoor and recreational grounds; state of the art technology for students and teachers; updated and aligned curricula; an academic program laser-focused on student growth, achievement, and social-emotional development; extensive professional development and support for teachers and leaders; and a school culture grounded in student achievement and support. In 2015, Meridian launched a comprehensive and intensive school improvement initiative. Since then, the school has seen steady, sustained gains in student learning and achievement including: A 17.6 point gain to a 59.4 on the DC Public Charter School Board’s 100-point Performance Management Framework (PMF). This increase is the among the highest PMF score increase during this two-year period for all PS-8 charter schools. Now, Meridian is on the cusp of becoming a Tier 1 school.  Two out of three students at Meridian improved their math and reading scores faster than their peers across the District of Columbia and nationally. Join us as we continue to take Meridian from good to great! For additional information about Meridian visit mpcs-dc.org .  ABOUT THE POSITION We are seeking a Human Resources and Payroll Manager for immediate hire. The HR/Payroll Manager supports Meridian’s more than 100 employees. The HR/Payroll Manager will report to the Director of Operations and be responsible for the following duties: Manage all aspects of employee benefits including identifying and securing all benefit programs and brokers, benefit administration, and employee enrollment. Current benefit programs include: workers compensation, unemployment insurance, short/long term disability, life insurance, SMART benefits, retirement, and healthcare/dependent care flexible spending accounts; Administer annual open enrollment process for medical, dental and vision insurance and healthcare/dependent care flexible spending accounts, and serve as a point of contact for all benefits-related matters; Review retirement contribution plans and provide assistance to staff in regards to any retirement questions; Monitor ADP payroll platform to ensure accuracy in daily reporting of staff attendance and clocking-in/out of all non-exempt staff; manage employee leave tracking; Create and administer payroll twice a month for review; Research and develop all policies related to human resources and personnel matters; respond to employee requests for information regarding human resources policies and procedures; Serve as point of contact for all HR matters including processing incident reports for employees and conducting investigations where appropriate; Working with TenSquare and Head of School, manage recruitment of prospective employees and termination of employees, when needed; Facilitate onboarding of all new employees including processing all employment paperwork; Develop, analyze and oversee the school’s employee evaluation process Maintain employee personnel files and complete all required employee-related reports for external parties; Any additional duties as assigned to related to human capital functions, payroll functions, and operational functions. QUALIFICATIONS Ideal candidates will have the  following education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business management or a related field; At least five years of work experience in human resources; Ability to work comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds; Excellent organizational skills and timely completion of tasks; Math Aptitude: comfort with numbers and accounts payable; Excellent communication skills, particularly strong writing ability; Knowledge and experience using Windows, Internet Explorer and Microsoft Applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Google Documents; Conscientiousness: understanding that everything going out the door matters to the customer; Customer Orientation: Good customer service skills with internal and external customers, attention to detail; Dedication: Being persistent, punctual and dependable, with a positive, can do attitude; Sense of Urgency: understanding the urgency of situations and address matters promptly; Flexibility/Adaptability: open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace; Honesty: trustworthiness with company resources and information.  HOW TO APPLY Apply today to the Human Resources and Payroll Manager position!  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin or ancestry, marital status, veteran’s status, or any other factor, which would constitute a violation of the D.C. Human Rights Act or other applicable laws or court order.
TenSquare Meridian Public Charter School, 13th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, USA Full-time
Nov 04, 2019
Staff Specialist - Mental Health Coordination Featured
$65,908 - $81,555 yearly
Job Summary The primary role of the mental health services specialist is to assist City Schools in meeting the requirements of The Safe to Learn Act 2018 §7–1511 by managing and expanding the collaborative mental health network to provide behavioral health and wraparound services to students who exhibit behaviors of concern that impact the educational program and student learning.     The mental health services specialist shall: Coordinate existing mental health services and referral procedures for the collaborative mental agencies mental health agencies that provide services within the City School. Work in collaboration with the Behavioral Health System Baltimore, Baltimore City Health Department, the department of social services, BCARs and other local entities that provide mental health services. Ensure that a student who is referred for mental health services obtains the necessary services; Maximize external funding for mental health and wraparound services. Serves as City Schools’ point person and cross-department contact for development and implementation of policies and procedures related to mental health services as required by The Safe to Learn Act 2018 and ensure that City Schools’ forms and communications materials correctly reflect these policies and procedures. Essential Functions Serves as the City Schools representative at the monthly mental health lead agencies meeting. Monitors the implementation of additional services through the MOU process to add additional schools to the roster of schools receiving collaborative mental health services. Reviews the monthly report of activities conducted and services provided in schools that have an individual MOU. Ensures that effective policies and procedures are in place to facilitate the provision of services to each eligible student. Monitors and resolves school district-wide issues relating to the identification of and provision of mental health services. Collaborates in the development of professional learning for district- and school-based staff, families, partners, and others. Designs and facilitates professional learning experiences, as needed. Oversees data tracking and monitoring of outcomes related to mental health support Liaisons with the office of Related Services to develop a district wide matrix of mental health services for all schools. Assists in the assignment of team members to provide of crisis support as needed. Monitors visits to schools to observe mental health providers and their programs. Resolves issues in schools regarding mental health programming. Work cooperatively with schools to resolve student mental health issues related to Pre-k-2 suspensions. Desired Qualifications  Bachelor’s degree in public health, counseling, social work, psychology, education, or a related area. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution. Master’s degree (preferred). Documented experience in managing mental health support. Experience with providing support activities for students and their families.
Baltimore City Public Schools Baltimore City Public Schools District Office, 200 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD, USA Full-time
Oct 21, 2019
Director of Programs Featured
  We're looking for a passionate and driven all-star to join our team. If you have the mindset of a champion, are motivated by doing meaningful work and driven to create lasting change for students and families, come join our high-performing, passionate team!   About Us Education Opens Doors’ primary focus is to open doors for middle school students from historically underserved communities by providing rigorous, culturally relevant college and career access curriculum during the academic school day. EOD is an innovative 501(c)(3) nonprofit that believes all students deserve the opportunity to pursue their limitless potential. We are redefining the status quo around college and career access by legitimizing and increasing exposure to college and career knowledge for all middle school students through intentional partnership with schools and teachers.   EOD Core Values Purpose Driven Equitable Life-long Learners Empathetic Innovative   About Our Star Player The Director of Programs will play an integral role at EOD, and is a senior leader at the organization. The Director of Programs sits on the Senior Leadership team and is poised to consult and influence the strategic direction of the entire organization, as well as drive the program function.  They will be responsible for setting vision and direction for the overall program team and managing key stakeholder relationships. In addition, this person is responsible for leading and coaching a dynamic team of Impact Managers, who partner closely with classroom teachers to implement the EOD program. Given the tremendous potential for influence and impact, this is a key role at Education Opens Doors.   The Star Player will demonstrate Vision, initiative, and self-awareness A leadership mindset: passionate about leading effective teams through intentional coaching and feedback mechanisms Adeptly build and manage relationships with various stakeholders and constituencies to accomplish goals through strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communication, including formal presentation skills Openness to new ideas and ability to embrace change in a fast-moving, start up environment Achieve organizational and program goals through teamwork and collaboration   The Play Book Effective Team Management: Initiate and set goals with the program team in alignment with the strategic plan Build systems and procedures to implement an effective, efficient, and high quality program Develop evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine the need for improvements Provide individual and team oversight and coaching in key areas, in order to: assist staff with site retention, growth, and problem solving lead and coach program team through teacher and administrator relationships and challenging circumstances Organize and facilitate monthly site management meetings by setting agendas and maintaining continuity in order to: share and disseminate information address training needs and provide feedback to staff coordinate site consultation to provide opportunity for problem solving and mutual support create cohesive working groups leading to intentional, productive collaboration Ensure quality management of partnerships and effective project management Cultivate External Relationships Collaborate with the Director of Strategic Partnerships to secure sustainable partnerships Steward key relationships to increase support for EOD in the community Connect with administrators, community organizations, and other key stakeholders in order to share the EOD program, build relationships and investment with existing and potential stakeholders, and secure and/or maintain partnerships. Contribute to overall vision and goals of Education Opens Doors Maintain a supportive work environment and positive staff culture Ensure that data and curriculum team activities are aligned with organization vision Assume lead role in hiring and onboarding for Impact Manager team in order to ensure the hiring of qualified personnel   Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Education, Business, etc.) Minimum of two years program experience including demonstrated success developing, evaluating, and successfully operationalizing programs Experience leading successful teams and coaching individual contributors Strong project management skills resulting in measurable successes and program growth Record of results of building and sustaining relationships with various stakeholders Demonstrated commitment to and passion for equity and the mission of Education Opens Doors   To Apply We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement matching, flexplace, professional development stipend, and more. We also offer a generous vacation package and the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of change makers. You can apply using the link here .   Equity Statement Education Opens Doors is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, religion, ancestry, color, race, ethnicity, or creed. LGBTQ+ individuals and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Education Open Doors Dallas, TX, USA Full-time
Oct 18, 2019
Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education (AWARE) Community Project Manager (CPM) Featured
Job Goal: Ensure the integration of appropriate school mental health services (SMH) through the SchoolWide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS) Interconnected Systems Framework (ISF) for Mental Health (MH). The CPM will also be responsible for addressing the specific needs of the local education agency (LEA) served by the AWARE grant, primarily Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District, by developing a Comprehensive Services Plan (CSP). Qualifications: Education Master’s degree in special education, education, psychology, counseling, related mental health area and/or social work Certification/Licensure 1. Texas teaching certificate with required endorsement or professional license/certificate in related field (e.g., Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Master Social Worker) Experience 1. Five years of experience working in education and/or collaborating with local mental health authorities and other community-based service and health agencies 2. Experience and understanding of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) implementation best practices, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and mental health systems/services within school settings 3. Demonstrated program and project management experience, including evaluating program deliverables and ensuring the success of identified outcomes 4. Experience developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of mental health services in public school settings with emphasis in areas of evidence-based strategies reflecting trauma-informed, mindfulness, self-regulation, prosocial skills, and resiliency building strategies to increase school engagement 2. Strong consultation skills for communicating with administrators, teachers, parents, students and mental health professionals 3. Knowledge of the critical elements and implementation of the PBIS framework and school-wide and targeted supports to strengthen mental health wellness 4. Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills 5. Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group and large group situations to students, parents, district staff and community/mental health professionals 6. Extensive knowledge of behavioral principles 7. Established connections with local mental health authorities and community-based mental health services Preferred Qualifications 1. Doctorate preferred 2. Experience in the public school setting at campus and/or district levels Major Responsibilities: 1. Implement services in Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District to improve or expand mental health-related interventions and services across school-aged youth and family-serving systems 2. Increase and improve access to culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services, particularly for children and youth with SED or SMI 3. Develop school-based mental health programs staffed by behavioral health specialists to screen for, provide early intervention for and to address any ongoing mental health needs of children with symptoms consistent with a mental disorder(s) or SED 4. Develop and implement an Infrastructure Development Plan (IDP) to build partnerships with MH providers, businesses, community groups and families that will broaden and link all services available to students and families, coordinate funding streams, make policy and program changes to improve service delivery and develop a plan for sustaining MH services when the grant period ends 5. Develop an infrastructure that will sustain services in ESCs (Education Service Center) and LEAs served by the grant 6. Build regional and statewide capacity for promoting mental health awareness and evidencebased practices for school-based and school-connected mental health services 7. Collaborate with the ESC, Local Mental Health Authority (LMHA), TEA Project Coordinator and the SMHA Co-Coordinator on building the IDP, linking AWARE Texas with existing resources and on implementing any policy and program changes that are needed in systems and project strategies as communicated by the TEA Project Coordinator 8. Collaborate with TEA to develop and pilot tools that support SMH 9. Coordinate and ensure rapid on-site access to clinical services including screening, assessment and appropriate interventions or treatment for all students in a crisis or those exhibiting symptoms of Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) or Serious Mental Illness (SMI) through the utilization/consultation/coordination with licensed Mental Health/Behavioral Health Specialists (MHBHS) to respond on site in targeted schools 10. Conduct outreach and engagement with school-aged youth and their families to increase awareness and identification of mental health issues and to promote positive mental health. 11. Connect families, schools and communities to increase engagement and involvement in planning and implementing school and community programs for school-aged youth 12. Equip schools with the ability to immediately respond to the needs of youth who may be exhibiting behavioral/psychological signs of a severity indicating the need for clinical intervention 13. Develop an infrastructure that will sustain and expand mental health and behavioral health services and supports for school-aged youth when federal funding ends 14. Develop and implement a comprehensive plan of evidence-based culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services 15. Develop and implement a workforce development training plan to increase the mental health awareness and literacy of school staff, administrators, parents and others who interact with school-aged youth 16. Engage in local and state program and process development to support improvements in school-aged youth and family-serving systems through the coordination and integration of funding streams to support programs with similar goals 17. Develop and implement meaningful ways to engage students and their families by involving them in the design and implementation of education and community initiatives 18. Establish relationships with local businesses, families and community groups to broaden and link all community resources available to school-aged youth and their families 19. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents 20. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility 21. Collect and analyze data to evaluate the program effectiveness 22. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable grant that funds this position Supervision/Personnel Management Provide program support and staff activity management to LEA staff funded by AWARE project grant to ensure program deliverables are met. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands: Frequent and routine travel to AWARE project site Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District. Additional travel to locations throughout the Region 4 area; some statewide travel expected. Must have reliable transportation; expect frequent use of standard office equipment, prolonged sitting, occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting, repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse), occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds), may work prolonged and irregular hours and with frequent interruptions, maintains emotional control under pressure.
Region 4 Education Service Center Houston, TX, USA Full-time
Oct 18, 2019
Project Specialist, Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education (AWARE) Mental Health/Behavioral Health (MHBH) Featured
Job Goal: As part of the AWARE Grant, provide coordinated, direct counseling/interventions for students along with increasing the awareness and identification of mental health issues among all adults working with young people. Additionally, this position will be responsible for promoting positive mental health awareness for students, families, school staff and the community to increase the awareness and identification of mental health issues among all adults working with young people and promote positive mental health for students, families, school staff and community. Qualifications: Education Master’s degree in counseling or other related mental health area Certification/Licensure Professional license in school mental health fields (Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)). Experience 1. Three years of experience working in public schools 2. Experience developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of mental health services in public school settings with emphasis in areas of evidence-based strategies reflecting trauma-informed, mindfulness, self-regulation, prosocial skills, and resiliency building strategies to increase school engagement 2. Knowledge of evidence-based strategies reflecting trauma informed practices, self-regulation, pro-social skills, and resiliency building strategies to increase school engagement 3. Knowledge of individual and group counseling 4. Understanding of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) implementation and best practices of Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) 5. Ability to screen individuals, assess mental health needs, develop service plans, and make referrals, 6. Ability to follow-up with collateral mental health agencies 7. Ability to collect data on progress, outcomes, and reporting 8. Strong consultation skills for consulting with teachers, parents, students and other mental health professionals  9. Broad knowledge of the critical elements of the PBIS framework and school-wide and targeted supports to strengthen mental health wellness 10. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 11. Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff 12. General knowledge of behavioral principles Preferred Qualifications 1. Three years mental health experience in a clinical setting providing direct services Major Responsibilities: 1. Implement services in Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District to improve or expand mental health-related interventions and services across school-aged youth and family-serving systems, and readiness for implementing school-community partnerships. 2. Collaboratively work with state, local and regional partners on improving or expanding mental health-related interventions and services across school-aged youth and family-serving systems 3. Increase and improve access to culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services, particularly for children and youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) or SMI 4. Conduct outreach and engagement with school-aged youth and their families to increase awareness and identification of mental health issues and to promote positive mental health. 5. Conduct campus or district needs assessment, identify mental health services and supports, develop and implement a comprehensive service plan of evidence-based culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services 6. Connect families, schools, and communities to increase engagement and involvement in planning and implementing school and community programs for school-aged youth 7. Help school-aged youth develop skills that will promote resilience and promote pro-social behaviors; avert development of mental and behavioral health disorders; and prevent youth violence. 8. Equip schools with the ability to immediately respond to the needs of youth who may be exhibiting behavioral/psychological signs of a severity indicating the need for clinical intervention 9. Develop an infrastructure that will sustain and expand mental health and behavioral health services and supports for school-aged youth when federal funding ends. 10. Develop and implement a comprehensive plan of evidence-based culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services. 11. Implement the ability to respond immediately on-site if a school-aged youth exhibits behavioral signs warranting the need for clinical attention. 12. Provide coordinated referral, services, and follow-up to school-aged youth and their families for evidence-based school- and community based mental health practices and services. 13. Develop and implement a workforce development training plan to increase the mental health awareness and literacy of school staff, administrators, parents, and others who interact with school-aged youth to recognize the signs and symptoms and mental illness and link them to appropriate services. 14. Engage in local and state program and process development to support improvements in school-aged youth and family-serving systems through the coordination and integration of funding streams to support programs with similar goals 15. Develop and implement meaningful ways to engage students and their families by involving them in the design and implementation of education and community initiatives. 16. Establish relationships with local businesses, families, and community groups to broaden and link all community resources available to school-aged youth and their families. 17. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents in a timely manner. 18. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility. 19. Analyze data to evaluate the program effectiveness 20. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable grant that funds this position. Supervision/Personnel Management None Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands: These 2 grant funded positions are based in the Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District through a grant coordinated by Region 4 Education Service Center; regular travel may be required to multiple locations, including Region 4 ESC (must have reliable transportation); frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse); occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure.
Region 4 Education Service Center Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District, TX, USA Full-time
Oct 04, 2019
Data Analyst Featured
$70,000 - $80,000 yearly
You’ll be responsible for collecting, maintaining, reporting, and analyzing data for our Performance Management Framework (PMF) and the accompanying annual School Quality Reports. You’ll focus on adult public charter schools, working with school leaders and school-based data managers on the PMF. You’re an essential member of the Financial and Academic Quality (FAQ) team as you prepare for meetings with DC PCSB senior staff and school leaders and developing PMF policy updates. Your analysis of adult public charter schools’ academic performance for charter reviews or renewals supports the entire organization. You’re more than a data analyst; you’re the one we trust to educate and support school leaders regarding DC PCSB’s practices and policies. You’re great with verbal and written communication, and you’ll work with other Data Analysts to develop easy-to-read dashboards and visualizations to communicate school performance data to the public and school leaders. Along with the rest of the data team, you’ll continue to help move us from manual analysis towards automation to more efficiently meet the needs of our fast-paced environment. Your SQL skills will help us automate the process of moving data that feeds into our QuickBase and Looker applications, and you’ll share your data visualization skills with a variety of audiences.  As our go-to person for all adult education data questions, you’ll learn our internal systems and be able to make changes to the processes, provide the team and leadership with strong data analysis. You’ll proactively make recommendations to improve our policies, products, and processes. COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS You are detail oriented, independent, and able to develop innovative solutions to difficult problems. You’re comfortable with large quantities of data and, technically speaking, you have strong SQL and Excel experience as well as an additional scripting language such as Python or R.     With a strong customer service focus, you see change requests as an opportunity to improve both our products and the quality of education provided to DC students. You have strong writing skills, strong visualization skills, and a strong work ethic. COMPENSATION Salary is competitive and commensurate with prior experience in a similar role. DC PCSB offers a  comprehensive benefits plan .  The salary band for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. DC PCSB is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culturally diverse staff. We strive to foster an environment where everyone feels included. We believe that when people bring their unique identities, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to our community, we are able to truly achieve excellence in our work.    
DC Public Charter School Board Washington, DC, USA Full-time
Sep 30, 2019
PARTNER, SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Featured
Start Date: Immediate Role Type: Full Time Location: Flexible Geography, Remote/Virtual Team  Who We Are: Transcend is education’s “R&D Engine,” enabling communities to imagine, create, and spread learning environments that truly prepare all students for what the future demands. We do this by playing two vital roles : We expand the supply of innovative, high-quality, and replicable school models to give communities everywhere a broader and more diverse range of options to adopt We grow demand and readiness for innovation in communities across the country, so they are eager to adopt these models and innovate in effective ways. The Opportunity:   The Partner, School Partnership Development position will play a critical, on-the-ground role to advance Transcend’s mission every day by seeking out and cultivating new school design partnerships for Transcend. This role will continuously maintain a thriving network of potential partners, help determine the best partners for Transcend’s unique R&D work, and bring those partners to Transcend to see if there is a match between their needs and our work.   Who You Are: You delight in connecting people to make positive change happen. As your cell phone (and frequent flyer miles!) can attest, you love building and engaging with a broad and diverse network of education leaders and innovative minds. You listen keenly to others and communicate in ways that in equal parts inspire and inform. It feels fantastic to utilize your network to match-make between schools and organizations like Transcend that can help them. You are eager to find schools that are interested in transforming outcomes and experiences for all learners -- and connect them in ways that accelerate their efforts.  Your Job:  Source and sustain a network of potential Transcend school and system partners Serve as the ambassador of Transcend at conferences and industry events to grow excitement and knowledge of Transcend’s services with prospective school partners Establish and manage deep and trusting relationships with senior school, system, and funder leaders to understand their needs and communicate how Transcend may be valuable to them Partner with the portfolio strategy lead to understand portfolio strategy and how to collaborate to achieve revenue and mission-driven goals Develop polished proposals for potential school and system partners Partner with project leads to engage in due diligence during pilot projects  Build and codify best practices that allow us to improve and scale our services Your Skills: Strong verbal and written communicator for a senior education audience Pro at building, managing, and sustaining relationships with a diverse group of senior leaders and contributors in the education space  Have a broad network of senior educator leaders across governance and geographies Ability to develop compelling proposals or responses to grants and requests for proposals in a polished, timely fashion Strong critical thinker and problem-solver: Excels at asking questions and determining root causes of challenges and opportunities Ability to flourish with limited guidance, be proactive, and successfully navigate uncertainty Motivated and excited by working with schools - districts, charters, and independent -  to identify their challenges and seek solutions to them Deeply committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and access of quality learning experiences for all kids  Willingness to travel up to 50% when needed Knowledge of education sector (preferably the innovation landscape) with 10+ years of experience leading complex projects and/or teams in a school or district/CMO environment preferred Join Us! Transcend is an equal opportunity employer. We are building a diverse team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Transcend Remote Full-Time Remote/Virtual
Sep 09, 2019
Chief Operating Officer - COO Featured
Good Reason Houston is seeking a passionate, strategic and creative Chief Operating Officer to lead Good Reason Houston’s communication, operations and policy work. Good Reason Houston partners with school districts, community leaders, families, and educators to achieve its mission of increasing the number of students learning in high-quality schools.  This person should be obsessed with giving clarity, direction, and strategic focus in the intersection of communications, community engagement, policy, and operations in order to serve as crux of these key functions for Good Reason Houston. This person should be skilled at recognizing and capitalizing on natural connections within key business functions and excellent at mobilizing people and partnerships.  This position reports to the CEO of Good Reason Houston and sits on the leadership team. They will manage a robust team including the Director of Communications, Director of Family & Community Engagement, Director of Policy as well as operations staff members.  ABOUT GOOD REASON HOUSTON Good Reason Houston’s vision is that every child, in every neighborhood, excels in a world-class public school and thrives in the Houston of tomorrow. To grow more great schools in every neighborhood in Houston, the organization focuses on four key strategic levers:  Driving System Innovation Developing Game-changing Educators Advancing Equitable Access Engaging the Community RESPONSIBILITIES Internal and External Communications Set and pursue an elegant and effective communication strategy to position Good Reason Houston as a key leader on school quality in the Houston community while continuing to build brand awareness Determine key communication goals and systems for progress monitoring, both internally and externally Develop and manage the internal communication for Good Reason Houston’s growing team   Serve as one of the external representatives of Good Reason Houston across the greater Houston community  Operations  Steward and strengthen the Good Reason Houston organizational culture through establishing (with input) and striving for key staff culture metrics Organize team-building and planning activities, such as team meetings and team retreats Manage team and key staff to ensure smooth in-office operations Lead and organize Good Reason Houston’s upcoming office relocation Set vision and goals to support the health and management of Good Reason Houston’s human resource function, including talent and recruitment strategy and HR/benefits Design and implement a performance management system that is equipped to support each team member in achieving their best performance while enabling Good Reason Houston to move towards the realization of our vision  Board Stewardship  Manage board meeting process, including meeting content and partnership work Design and execute board retreats Support the board in executing their vital functions in achieving the Good Reason Houston vision Family & Community Engagement Build and invest in systems and organizations that directly engage families with education decision-making Lead creation of community based partnerships and coalitions to accelerate the pace of change aligned to Good Reason Houston core mission Identify and develop family and community leaders to advocate for improved school quality within individual school districts Policy & Advocacy   Support Good Reason Houston’s legislative agenda with key constituencies at the state and local level Coordinate with state changemakers to align on legislative agenda priorities and policy recommendations  Support local advocacy tactics: manage partnership and goals, strategies and communication plan  QUALIFICATIONS Requirements Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree highly preferred  8-10 years of professional, relevant experience Demonstrated commitment to mission-driven work  Record of results in communication strategy and externally representing an organization  Past management of a staff/board relationship highly preferred Relevant Skills  Expertise setting vision and direction for a team  Creative problem solving Executing Strong Judgment and Decision Making Developing and Building Teams Guidance, Direction, and Motivation of Teammates Oral and Written Comprehension and Expression Monitoring and Performance Assessment Problem Sensitivity and Solution Focus Data Analysis and Inference Education policy experience preferred, but not required
Good Reason Houston Houston, TX, USA Full-time