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POSITION : Director of Business Analysis & Adoption    REPORTS TO : Managing Director of Technology Strategy   LOCATION : Houston, Texas  COMPENSATION : $68,900-$80,000  THE CHALLENGE & OPPORTUNITY  Across the nation, only half of all students from low-income communities’ graduate from high school and only 10% earn a college degree. Even though 84% of their students are economically disadvantaged,  YES Prep  provides evidence that different outcomes are possible. Ninety-four (94%) of YES Prep alumni matriculate to college within one year and alumni like  Eddie Zapata  are earning their college degrees at?four?times the rate of their peers with similar socioeconomic backgrounds. How do they do this? Each of YES Prep’s  18 campuses  serves 6th-12th graders like  Monique Bowie . Students typically enter YES Prep one or more grade levels behind but quickly find themselves on a different life trajectory as a result of transformative relationships with teachers and leaders and access to excellent educational opportunities.  As the first minority-majority city, Houston’s schools cannot keep up with demand from students like Eddie and Monique. Houston is the 4th largest city (on track to become the 3rd), and this booming population translates into 7,000 families on YES Prep’s waitlist. YES Prep’s student enrollment is estimated to grow 31% between now and 2023 (from 11,600 currently to 17,000).   YES Prep needs a dynamic and inclusive Director of Business Analysis & Adoption to make our mission a reality. As a YES Prep employee, you will achieve jaw-dropping results, create pathways to opportunity for our students, build transformative relationships, and eliminate educational inequities to advance social justice. To put it simply, you will be the change agent YES Prep Students need and deserve by providing the strategic and tactical leadership to ignite and drive the organization’s efficiency and digital dexterity.   Why digital dexterity? Technology systems are as effective as the processes and skill which one uses to engage with systems. To understand how to maximize the technology resources best, we believe that applications and processes must align, and we must build an effective strategy that delivers ongoing training and application adoption among our school, program, and business units.     The Director is a creative and dynamic leader charged with developing and implementing a strategic vision in all areas of business analysis and application adoption practices. They will liaison between business leads, Technology Strategy, and Information Services. Both a big picture thinker and a hands-on implementer, the Director engages with executives, administrators, educators and support personnel, to drive the efficient use of technology.  A FEW NOTES FROM?THE  HIRING MANAGER :  I will screen applications daily with a few members of the interview team, so early birds may get the worm  I love educational equity, playing music (former professional drummer), listening to music (multiple genres) Game of Thrones (now on season 6), Marvel & Star Wars, watching sports (LSU, UT, Yankees, Saints, & Warriors) playing sports (football, track, & swimming) and WINNING. I want someone who also loves winning and isn’t intimidated by what it takes to win.  THE PERSON  We seek staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas to meet the needs of our growing body of students. Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees: a passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility.    The Director of Business Analysis & Adoption will increase the organization’s digital dexterity and   efficiency by doing the following:   Liaising between business leads, Technology Strategy, and Information Services to design business use cases and map technical requirements that enhances the quality of technology applications and products  Understanding strategic business needs and plans for growth   Creating technical training programs according to organizational requirements  Analyzing the design of technical systems and business models  Utilizing technology data for business insights  Developing and maintaining detailed functional designs, requirements definitions, process flow analysis, and other business analysis documentation  Collaborating with the Director of Portfolio Strategy to source and implement new business technology  Assisting the Managing Director with identifying technological solutions to business requirements  Designing and facilitating A/B test and analyzing data   Facilitating all appropriate resources to assist in data migration from legacy systems to new solutions  Analyzing and improving overall effectiveness of training programs   Managing  the O365/SharePoint Manger  THE MUST HAVES  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution  5-7 years of professional experience with the proven ability to manage projects, lead teams, and learn and utilize technological skills   Basic knowledge of implementation and configuration of enterprise systems such as SIS, ERP, or CRM   Ability to toggle between 50,000-ft. perspective and the nitty gritty  Evidence of producing great work products on quick timelines  Ability to lead and follow  Strong writing skills and aesthetically pleasing work product delivery  Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools  Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback  Demonstrated ability to work on a team  Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once  Ability to maintain emotional control under stress  Frequent prolonged and irregular hours of duty, including evenings and weekends  THE BONUS POINTS  Technical background/degree  Postgraduate degree  Basic competence in at leastone programming language (e.g. JavaScript)  Teaching experience in either Primary/Secondary or Higher Education   Experience leading large-scale complex projects  THE PERKS  Compensation   – This position is a n exempt salaried po sition; salary offers commensurate with experience.   Health and Supplemental Insurance  –  A $0.00 medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Life, etc.  Retirement Plans  – Participation in  Teacher Retirement System of Texas  and a  457 Retirement Plan   Paid Time Off –   15 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures of our  Academic Calendar   Paid Leave Programming  – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers up to 12 weeks of full paid leave  Professional Development  - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time through our  Commit to Five  program. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing  professional development .   Award Winning Culture –   The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named  Houston’s Best Place to work  in 2018. We won the  2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education? and were a 2016 finalist as well.   WE ARE DEEPLY COMMITTED TO EQUITY & DIVERSITY  YES Prep strives to recruit a diverse team of leaders. We believe there is a transformative academic and social benefit for students when their teachers and leaders reflect a diversity of backgrounds. Ninety-seven percent (97%) of staff members agree that the organization provides a welcoming environment given their background and identity according to our latest system survey.  YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.  THE NEXT STEPS   If this sounds like your just right job, please apply  here .   If you are not sure this opportunity is for you, are simply curious, or know someone who would be perfect, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team to be connected to a recruiter at  [email protected] . 

Job Goal: Provide assistance to Region 4 ESC staff and district personnel in the identification, acquisition and implementation of distance learning technology to improve instructional and administrative activities. Qualifications: Education: 1. Bachelor’s degree from accredited college/university Certification: 1. Certifications required of current technologies used in education and/or commercial environments related to distance learning or integration of technology with distance learning 2. Quality Matters (QM) Certification 3. Zoom Administrator or other video conferencing hardware/software-based technology Experience 1. Minimum of three years recent distance learning experience where video conferencing was the primary delivery mechanism vs. asynchronous/synchronous learning management system (LMS) delivery 2. Minimum of three or more years recent experience in developing courses in Blackboard 3. Minimum of three years recent K-12 teaching experience in which integration of technology was a major focus 4. Minimum of three or more years recent experience using virtual platforms for delivering pedagogy via remote technologies Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Working knowledge of e-Rate and state/federal grant programs 2. Recent experience in applying for technology grants 3. Working proficiency in usage of tools for audio-visual (A/V), telecommunications, remote instruction delivery, and video conferencing 4. Working knowledge of hardware-based and software-based H.323 and H.264 technologies 5. Knowledge and proficient usage of instructional applications of computers and technology 6. Updated knowledge of standards and technologies related to distance learning (D/L) and practical educational implications. 7. Familiarity with current state TEKS standards related to scope and sequence as related to science, reading language arts, math, and social studies 8. Working knowledge of school district schedules related to testing and cloud-based applications 9. Working knowledge of the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) data in relation to grant applications 10. Proficient working knowledge of TriCaster and Roland mixers and audio/video setup for large scale events Preferred Qualifications 1. Master’s degree 2. Knowledge of federal, state and local rules and regulations related to the implementation of distance learning in education 3. Working knowledge of e-Rate application process from both vendor and applicant perspectives 4. Knowledge of federal, state, local, and commercial resources for securing funding to promote distance learning 5. Excellent oral and written skills 6. Current SMART, Mimio, LoTi, Zoom administrator (or Polycom) certifications Major Responsibilities 1. Provide and demonstrate best practices for use of technology in daily activities. 2. Document technical aspects of technology implementations. 3. Provide leadership and subject matter expertise in the development, acquisition and implementation of D/L technologies to improve instruction 4. Create structured documentation for customers to pattern for best practices surrounding activities such as conferences, meetings, distance learning, and remote instruction. 5. Assist districts in developing new strategies for improving instruction through innovative implementations of technology or D/L. 6. Provide opportunities for potential funding sources and assist Region 4 ESC and member districts in securing funding for D/L and D/L related activities and technologies. 7. Demonstrate proficiency in D/L and related technologies by continuing to achieve and maintain related certifications. 8. Participate in required on-call rotational status for weekend, evening and holiday coverage. 9. Achieve and demonstrate proficiency in standards, technologies and tools related to D/L. 10. Facilitate collaborative work efforts to further Region 4 ESC activities and projects. 11. Work in a team environment as well as on individualized projects. 12. Conduct professional development sessions for adult learners that target the integration of technology in daily activities and classroom situations. 13. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

We are looking for a business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position involves working with multiple charter school clients with their student data analytics and management. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business/analytical skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Conduct statistical analysis of school clients’ student achievement data Summarize and analyze information for statistical reports to school leadership Maintain and utilize core functions of school clients’ student information systems Identify and implement means for schools to more efficiently utilize their student information systems to support overall student and organizational performance Ensure that school is meeting all compliance requirements related to student data Advise schools on student accounting procedures and regulations Qualifications: Experience in data migration to include data mapping and data profiling Experience in managing large scale projects Programming proficiency in a subset of Python, R, VBA, and/or Java; proficiency in SPSS or SAS a plus Experience with data visualization tools, such as Qlik and Tableau Advanced Excel, including lookup and parsing functions Ability to translate data into understandable action steps, and to communicate concisely and persuasively with education clients Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are looking for a business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position involves working with multiple charter school clients with their student data analytics and management. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business/analytical skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Conduct statistical analysis of school clients’ student achievement data Summarize and analyze information for statistical reports to school leadership Maintain and utilize core functions of school clients’ student information systems Identify and implement means for schools to more efficiently utilize their student information systems to support overall student and organizational performance Ensure that   school   is meeting all compliance requirements related to student data Advise schools on student accounting procedures and regulations Qualifications: Experience in data migration to include data mapping and data profiling Experience in managing large scale projects Programming proficiency in a subset of Python, R, VBA, and/or Java; proficiency in SPSS or SAS a plus Experience with data visualization tools, such as Qlik and Tableau Advanced Excel, including lookup and parsing functions Ability to translate data into understandable action steps, and to communicate concisely and persuasively with education clients Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are looking for a mission-driven and business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business, analytical, and accounting skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Serve as out-sourced CFO for a portfolio of charter schools Prepare monthly financial statements and presentations for school clients Assist schools with budget planning process Serve as a business consultant to school to analyze, model, and solve problems on a wide range of business issues Assist schools with a variety of business-related issues Assist with grants management, accounts payable, payroll Qualifications: 2 to 5 years of work experience, preferably in a related field Strong MS Excel skills and financial modeling (familiarity with accounting software a plus) Financial analysis and problem solving skills MBA, MPP, MPA, CMA or other advanced degree with analytical focus. Strong client communication and interpersonal skills Thorough, detail-oriented and quality-conscious individual who can balance multiple assignments Commitment to education and knowledge of charter schools a major plus Ability to travel within D.C. occasionally and work non-standard hours to attend evening board meetings, etc. Start date is flexible. Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are looking for a business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position involves working with multiple charter school clients with their student data analytics and management. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business/analytical skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Conduct statistical analysis of school clients’ student achievement data Summarize and analyze information for statistical reports to school leadership Maintain and utilize core functions of school clients’ student information systems Identify and implement means for schools to more efficiently utilize their student information systems to support overall student and organizational performance Ensure that   school   is meeting all compliance requirements related to student data Advise schools on student accounting procedures and regulations Qualifications: Experience in data migration to include data mapping and data profiling Experience in managing large scale projects Programming proficiency in a subset of Python, R, VBA, and/or Java; proficiency in SPSS or SAS a plus Experience with data visualization tools, such as Qlik and Tableau Advanced Excel, including lookup and parsing functions Ability to translate data into understandable action steps, and to communicate concisely and persuasively with education clients Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Goal: Plan, implement, and evaluate the activities of the Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions department in support of the ESC’s mission and strategies Qualifications: Education Master’s degree Certification Texas teaching certificate or related appropriate certificate/licensure Experience 1. Three years’ experience of campus administration, district central office, and/or experience at Region 4 2. Five years teaching experience 3. Experience developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of best practices in technology integration, copy editing, digital instructional design including synchronous and asynchronous learning environments, and both print and digital publishing modalities and management 2. Skill in short and long-term planning, project management, tracking progress, analytical thinking, conceptual thinking, and adult learning design, including the strategic delivery and measurement of training impact 3. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain morale, set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers, demonstrate initiative and persistence, set clear expectations and hold others accountable for performance; act with a purpose that impacts and positively influences the perceptions, thinking, and actions of others; develop others through coaching, modeling, and providing feedback on performance 4. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with both internal and external local, state and national partners that promote the building of professional learning networks and systems that support educators in re-engineering practices for digital learning and successful edtech integration Preferred Qualifications: 1. Doctoral degree 2. Mid-management or Supervisory Certificate Major Responsibilities: 1. Supervise and lead all activities of the Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions department. 2. Provide visionary leadership to promote innovation and provide inspiration, support and direction to multi-functional department teams. 3. Ensure the functionality of the organizational product/project pipeline workflow to allow for efficiency of allocated time and resources so that products are developed on time and within projected specs. 4. Collaborate with other directors to communicate product/project status and collect feedback utilizing metrics from project management software; solicit stakeholder feedback regarding current/perceived barriers and engage in problem solving to identify and implement solutions. 5. Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of programs supervised and make recommendations for program revisions as indicated by analysis of collected data. 6. Direct the design and delivery of products and professional development related to the department, including the scheduling of professional development/coaching, and the production of projects, products and services. 7. Coordinate the effective communication of the Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions department activities with both internal and external customers 8. Facilitate collaborative efforts with other departments within the Center. 9. Lead programs and initiatives with the Texas Education Agency as appropriate to ensure compliance with statewide initiatives. 10. Maintain documentation of department activities to meet all internal programmatic and fiscal requirements and all requirements imposed by the Texas Education Agency. 11. Recommend budgets to the Deputy Executive Director of Instructional Services. 12. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position. Supervision/Personnel Management Supervise all Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions personnel, including completing evaluations and conducting staff training. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands: 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; occasional statewide travel; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure.