Texas Education Agency · 10 hours ago
Principal Director of Parent Choice (Director III)
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expThe Texas Education Agency (TEA) is committed to improving outcomes for all public-school students in Texas. The Principal Director of Parent Choice will establish and coordinate the strategic vision for parent choice and engagement, oversee the approval of private school accreditation entities, and provide support to local education agencies (LEAs) regarding parent engagement plans.
Education
Responsibilities
Lead collaboration and coordination with the Comptroller’s office and multiple TEA teams to provide necessary information related to financial, special education, and enrollment data for the execution of Texas’ Education Savings Account
Oversee the accreditation entity recognition process and engagement with private school accreditation entities
Provide technical assistance to LEAs regarding required parent engagement plans, parental rights handbooks and forms, and engagement activities. Design model resources for LEAs to adopt and implement. Provide consultative support to senior-level LEA leaders
Lead the cross-functional alignment of parent-facing resources and communication across TEA. Coordinate messaging, supports, and the presentation of information and data for parents across multiple TEA initiatives
Build and manage a high-quality detail-oriented team that embraces innovation, best practice, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
At least seven [7] years of experience in parent choice and engagement, program design and implementation, and/or project management and multi-team collaboration initiatives
An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience
Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
Experience managing budgets and grants
An exemplary track record providing administrative/technical assistance with the ability to work well under pressure
Strong prioritization, time management and organizational skills with capability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to analyze and solve work-related problems
A strong customer-service mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve division and agency goals
A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve
Ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment
Preferred
Knowledge of Texas school law and policy
Previous experience providing consultative support to school and district leaders
Excellent professional written and communication skills with experience creating and proofing professional written work
Company
Texas Education Agency
The Texas Education Agency provides information and guidance to public schools, educators, parents, and administrators.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Carla Steffen, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Adrienne Hunter, Ph.D.
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