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Job Goal: To maintain accounting records in accordance with the Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); to document the operations of the Center, providing accurate and timely financial information; and to provide vision and direction to Business Office personnel and the internal business operations of the Center. Qualifications: Education Bachelor's degree with a major in Finance or Accounting Experience 1. Minimum of three years governmental accounting experience 2. Demonstrated success in the management of a region education service center or district-level business office Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of requirements outlined in TEA’s FASRG for Texas Public School. The FASRG includes budgeting, purchasing, auditing, and financial accounting and reporting 2. Understanding of data processing systems for use as management tools and in business-related applications (ex. Cognos, Community Plus, SAP) 3. Ability to establish rapport and collaborative relationships with ESC personnel 4. Exemplary analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills 5. Skill in listening and appropriately responding to and addressing concerns Preferred Qualifications: 1. CPA 2. Experience with eFinance Plus 3. Previous supervisory experience Major Responsibilities: Fiscal Management 1. Assist in the budgeting process, including: a. Preparation of the proposed budget and any amendments to the operating budget; b. Development and distribution of monthly budget status reports to division heads and department directors; consultation with same regarding budget amendments and funding restrictions; and c. Provide assistance to each Cabinet Member and/or Director in developing and monitoring Division/Department budgets. 2. Perform general ledger and month-end functions and prepare necessary entries/adjustments. 3. Oversee the administration of payroll. 4. Oversee cash management including investment of funds, daily bank balances, bidding the depository contract, and negotiating securities pledged. 5. Oversee the performance of year-end procedures. 6. Support Cabinet Members and Directors in the operation of entrepreneurial activities to ensure effective financial goals are developed and met. 7. Support Directors in planning initiatives through financial analyses, reports, and recommendations. Auditing 1. Coordinate and oversee the external audit (including the preparation of schedules for the audit report and providing financial information to the independent auditors). 2. Coordinate and oversee the management of TEA and/or funding agency audits. Reporting 1. Assist with submissions to the TEA of financial reports related to state and federal grants, in compliance with the standards, guidelines and requirements of the applicable governmental agencies. 2. Oversee internal financial reporting and analyses of the Center’s financial performance, as required by the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director, or the Chief Financial Officer. 3. Review reports and exhibits prepared for the Board meeting agenda. Supervision/Personnel Management 1. Supervise internal accounting operations. 2. Supervise all business office functions. 3. Supervise and evaluate all Business Office staff. 4. Interact with Center personnel when problems/questions related to Business Office processes/procedures arise.

Job Goal: Provide professional development and technical assistance for the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Federal School Nutrition Programs implemented at public districts and charter schools, private schools, and residential child care institutions. Participate in special project activities in the area of Child Nutrition that support the ESC’s core purpose and strategic goals. Qualifications: Education Bachelor’s degree with preferred areas of study in: Institutional Management, Nutrition, Dietetics, Family and Consumer Science, Public Health, or related field Experience 1. Three years of experience training adults 2. Experience in developing, presenting, and coordinating professional development sessions Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Expertise related to USDA’s federal school nutrition programs 2. Broad-based knowledge in all phases of program operations for School Nutrition 3. Excellent verbal and written communication 4. USDA Food Based Menu Planning and nutritional analysis for NSLP and SBP Preferred Qualifications 1. Five years of experience in operations and management of School Nutrition Programs, specifically the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), and Afterschool Care Program (ASCP) 2. Registered Dietitian Primary Responsibilities: 1. Develop, present, and facilitate effective professional development for School Nutrition Programs. 2. Provide technical assistance and customized services. 3. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in the area of School Nutrition Programs. 4. Keep current in state and federal rules, regulations, and policies related to Child Nutrition.  5. Provide leadership in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating professional development, and services in the area of Child Nutrition. 6. Help plan and implement ongoing needs assessments and services for Region 4 customers. 7. Participate in developing communication networks between Region 4 and customer personnel. 8. Assist in planning and developing special project activities and conference events. 9. Fulfill the requirements of the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) contract. 10. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Job Goal: Provide professional development and services, develop products, and participate in special project activities in the area of Student Evaluation that support the ESC’s core purpose and strategic goals. Qualifications: Education Master’s degree Certification/Licensure Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), Licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), or Certified Educational Diagnostician Experience 1. Minimum of five years campus-based experience in evaluation and identification of all disabilities 2. Minimum of three years district-wide experience in Special Education or Psychological Services, i.e. Team Lead, Coordinator 3. Experience in developing and presenting professional development 4. Experience leading collaborative multidisciplinary teams 5. Experience developing resources (i.e., guidelines, online training, tools) to support assessment professionals and/or teachers Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Exemplary written and oral communication skills 2. Experience in gathering and reviewing data related to identification of students with disabilities under special education law 3. Experience in developing Individualized Educational Plans based on data 4. Specific training, knowledge, and extensive practice with norm-referenced instruments (specifically cognitive, achievement, developmental, and psychological/behavioral measures) 5. Proficiency in writing formal evaluation reports 6. Broad-based knowledge in state and federal rules and regulations related to special education, especially in the areas of Child Find, student evaluation, and the ARD process Major Responsibilities: 1. Collaborate with team members to develop, plan, and implement professional development, products, and services for clients related to Child Find, evaluation, and collaborative ARD supports. 2. Provide assistance in activities related to compliance with state and federal laws and State Board of Education rules and regulations. 3. Participate in developing, planning, and implementing programs to meet the unique needs of diverse populations of students with disabilities. 4. Help plan and implement ongoing needs assessment systems for client programs and Region 4 services. 5. Participate in developing communication networks between the service center and client personnel. 6. Help monitor the effectiveness of department activities in the region and provide leadership in evaluating those activities. 7. Assist in planning and developing special project activities, i.e. grant proposals, interdepartmental services, demonstration sites, research studies, and other clientbased projects. 8. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Job Goal: Provide professional development and services, develop products, and participate in special project activities in the area of instructional technology and online content development that support the ESC’s core purpose and strategic goals. Qualifications: Education Master’s degree Certification/Licensure Texas Teacher Certificate Experience 1. Minimum of five years teaching experience with three years in which the integration of technology was a major focus 2. Experience in online instructional design 3. Experience in developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Expert in digital productivity and eLearning development tools 2. Broad-based knowledge of pedagogy, assessment, instructional technology, and instructional coaching 3. Broad-based knowledge of K-12 curriculum structures, instruction, and assessment 4. Broad-based knowledge of curriculum support and instructional coaching 5. Exemplary written and oral communication skills Major Responsibilities: 1. Develop products to support instruction and programming. 2. Develop, present, and facilitate effective professional development. 3. Provide technical assistance and customized services. 4. Provide leadership in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating professional development, services, and products in the area(s) of responsibility. 5. Assist with planning and implementation of ongoing needs assessment and services for Region 4 customer districts. 6. Participate in developing communication networks between Region 4 customer district personnel. 7. Assist in planning and developing special project activities, e.g., grant proposals, interdepartmental services, demonstration sites, research studies, and other customer-based projects. 8. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility. 9. Participate in state level functions related to area(s) of responsibility 10. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Job Goal: Provide professional development and services, develop educational resources, and participate in special project activities in the area of Elementary Mathematics, including bilingual and dual-language programs, which support the ESC’s core purpose and strategic goals. Qualifications: Education Master’s degree Certification Valid Texas Teacher Certificate with certification area(s) that include K – grade 5 and bilingual education Preferred Certification Core Subjects: Early Childhood – Grade 6 with bilingual certification Experience 1. Five years teaching experience in K-5 mathematics, including experiences in bilingual and/or dual-language programs 2. Three years of experience in leadership positions related to mathematics, such as team leader, instructional coach, instructional specialist, or curriculum coordinator 3. Experience in developing and presenting effective professional development 4. Experience in providing effective instructional coaching, including peer coaching Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Broad-based knowledge of K-5 mathematics pedagogy, assessment, and instructional technology 2. Ability to work effectively and efficiently within and across collaborative teams 3. Exemplary written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish Major Responsibilities: 1. Develop, present, and facilitate effective professional development. 2. Develop and foster instructional coaching relationships that result in positive student outcomes. 3. Develop educational resources to support instruction and positive student outcomes. 4. Provide support to educators, campuses, and districts by answering questions related to area(s) of responsibility. 5. Provide leadership in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating professional development, instructional coaching, and educational resources in the area(s) of responsibility. 6. Assist with planning and implementation of ongoing needs assessment and services for traditional school districts and charter schools. 7. Assist in planning and developing special project activities, e.g., grant proposals, interdepartmental collaboration, demonstration sites, research studies, and other customer-based projects. 8. Engage in professional development to maintain and increase depth of knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility. 9. Participate in state level functions related to area(s) of responsibility. 10. Provide assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

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.

Job Goal: Support identified campuses through turnaround plan development utilizing the Effective Schools Framework design. Assist campus leadership teams through professional development, observation, coaching, and feedback to meet the needs of campuses, districts and campus administrators in support of the ESC’s core purpose and strategic goals. Qualifications: Education Master’s degree Certification 1. Texas Educator Certificate 2. Principal Certificate Experience 1. Three years of experience in campus administration as an assistant principal and/or principal or three years of district-level leadership experience 2. Five years of teaching experience in a traditional district/charter school 3. Experience in developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Demonstrated success in leading major district/campus improvement initiatives 2. Ability to analyze complex datasets to inform decision-making 3. Broad-base knowledge of effective campus practices in instructional leadership, staff and student culture, well-supported teachers, high-quality curriculum, and data-driven instruction Exemplary written and oral communication skills 4. Demonstrated skill in motivating and influencing others towards outcomes through the use of effective coaching 5. Ability to set goals and develop and meet timelines with limited supervision Preferred Qualifications 1. T-TESS certification 2. AEL certification 3. T-PESS certification Major Responsibilities: 1. Develop, present, and facilitate effective professional development for campus and district leadership teams. 2. Develop tools and resources to support school improvement. 3. Provide technical assistance and customized services. 4. Provide leadership in planning, developing, and implementing campus and district improvement plans. 5. Assist Region 4 campuses and districts in school improvement with the planning and implementation of ongoing needs assessment and services. 6. Collaborate with team members in the planning of grant activities to meet the school improvement needs of campuses and districts. 7. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility. 8. Participate in state-level functions related to area(s) of responsibility. 9. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Job Goal: Provide professional development and services, develop products, and participate in special project activities in area(s) of early childhood education for students with disabilities responsibility that support the ESC’s core purpose and strategic goals. Qualifications: Education Bachelor’s degree Certification/Licensure 1. Texas State Board for Educator Certificate 2. Certificate in Special Education Experience 1. Three years in leadership position(s) related to early childhood education for students with disabilities 2. Five years teaching or related experience in early childhood for students with disabilities 3. Experience in developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of instructional programming for early childhood students with disabilities including the use of assistive technology 2. Broad-based knowledge of rules and regulations related to special education 3. Exemplary written and oral communication skills Preferred Qualifications: 1. Certificate in Early Childhood Education 2. Principal Certificate or equivalent Major Responsibilities: 1. Develop, present, and facilitate effective professional development. 2. Provide technical assistance and customized services. 3. Develop products to support instruction and programming. 4. Provide leadership in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating professional development, services, and products in the area(s) of responsibility. 5. Assist with planning and implementation of ongoing needs assessment and services for Region 4 customer districts. 6. Participate in developing communication networks between Region 4 customer district personnel. 7. Assist in planning and developing special project activities, e.g., grant proposals, interdepartmental services, demonstration sites, research studies, and other customer-based projects. 8. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position. 9. Participate in state level functions related to area(s) of responsibility. 10. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Good Reason Houston is seeking a Senior Manager of Data and Systems Solutions who is self-directed, passionate about student outcomes, and excited about working in a start-up environment. The Senior Manager will lead the implementation of a Salesforce based case management system to track student progress to and through college and ensure successful program outcomes for Harris County Promise. This position reports to the Managing Director of Promise 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. Responsibilities: Systems and Products ● Designing and implementing the Promise case management system using the Salesforce platform and corresponding tools (e.g. Form Assembly, Marketing Cloud) ● Defining technology and operational strategies in the short and long term including product investments (e.g. Signal Vine) ● Designing and developing scalable and innovative technology solutions and products to support Harris County Promise objectives ● Supporting and aligning with Good Reason Houston’s organizational systems  Data Management and Reporting ● Serving as a hub for data from varied stakeholder student information systems to ensure alignment and seamless student tracking across institutions ● Creating dashboards to report and track student progress through Promise ● Supporting Promise data reporting to stakeholders across K-16 and philanthropy ● Ensuring data quality, integrity, accuracy, and accessibility ● Ensure program and organization compliance with all legal requirements for student privacy and data security Operations Stakeholder Engagement ● Developing and nurturing relationships with college and district partners to successfully execute data-sharing agreements ● Presenting case management system and technology solutions to internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, for successful adoption and utilization ● Providing ongoing operational and technical support to the team including investing in team members for their development Qualifications: Requirements ● Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, Advanced degree preferred ● 8+ years of professional experience, including at least 3 years of experience working inK-12, higher education, or education nonprofits Skills ● Expertise with designing and deploying platform tools and dashboards ● Love of data! Experience with data collection and facilitation of information ● Extremely strong organization and project management skills ● Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with several stakeholder groups including executive level leadership ● Intense attention to detail and follow-through ● Ability to produce quality work under tight deadlines ● Team before individual mindset ● Flexibility and excitement to work in a start-up environment ● Demonstrated passion for the transformative power of education

Manager, Talent & School Improvement Type: Full Time Min. Experience: Mid Level 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. The organization partners with school districts, community leaders, families, and educators to achieve its mission of increasing the number of students learning in a high-performing school. 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, and Engaging the Community. ABOUT THE ROLE Good Reason Houston is seeking a Manager of Talent & School Improvement who is results-oriented, passionate about educator recruitment, development, and retention, and excited about working in a start-up environment. The Manager will have the unprecedented opportunity to impact Houston’s educator workforce and ultimately influence student outcomes at a city-wide level. The role will drive partnerships with higher education, school districts, and community stakeholders to accelerate access to high quality preparation programs and elevate statewide perceptions of teaching. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Talent and School Improvement 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.   RESPONSIBILITIES This role will evolve as the needs of the team evolve and as the education landscape in the state and region shifts. Responsibilities include: 1. Accelerate city-wide teacher recruitment efforts: Build and maintain strategic relationships with higher education, alternative preparation programs, and school districts to increase the number of applicants enrolling in high quality teacher preparation programs. Provide technical assistance to partners to engage more strategically with recruits, school district partners, and community college partners. Collect and monitor teacher recruitment and attrition data across all partners. Define additional opportunities along the preparation pipeline to support teacher enrollment in high quality preparation programs, such as pre-teaching opportunities for community college students, undergrads, and high school students. Determine and coordinate outreach opportunities for teacher recruitment, including job fairs, radio, etc. 2. Champion the regional and state vision for elevating the profession of teaching through strategic business, community, and school district partnerships: Work with local businesses and community partners to execute city-wide events, discounts/offers, and sponsorships. Coordinate with the Good Reason Houston Communications Team to highlight authentic, diverse voices telling the story of teaching and teacher impact in Houston. Manage the Good Reason Houston team to prepare for and execute events. 3. Support the hiring, development, and retention of educators in Good Reason partnership schools and programs, including the ACE (Accelerating Campus Excellence) model and the launch of new school models. Work with school districts and school leaders on leader and teacher hiring. Support districts in excellent professional development. Coordinate appreciation events and culture boosts for staff.   QUALIFICATIONS We’re seeking candidates who excel in relationship-building, are results-oriented, and have strong project management skills. You should have: A track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships with and among a diverse group of stakeholders. 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. As Good Reason Houston is in “start-up mode”, we look for candidates who can be flexible in changing environments. 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. Passion about the mission, vision, and goals of Good Reason Houston and how this position contributes to the organization’s success. Knowledge of teacher recruitment, development, and retention and prior experience in education are preferred but are not requirements.

Manager/Director of Scholar Success Good Reason Houston is seeking a Manager of Scholar Success who has a strong track record helping students enroll and succeed in college and is excited to join the founding Harris County Promise team. The Manager will lead a team of success coaches to help students successfully transition to college, persist to completion or transfer, and access living wage employment. 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 Design 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 design effective interventions based on student needs Prepare reports and turnkey information to the Managing Director and coaching staff for immediate programmatic adjustments to reach performance goals Team & Relationships Lead a team of college-based Success Coaches to help students transition to college, maintain satisfactory academic progress, and persist to completion and/or transfer Manage and support Success Coaches including training, evaluation, and ongoing professional development 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 Competencies & Characteristics Expertise with designing effective student interventions and supports Commitment to achieve rigorous goals on behalf of students Flexibility to respond to and manage a range of stakeholders Experience managing 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 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

ABOUT THE ROLE Good Reason Houston is seeking a skilled and experienced Director of Finance who will support the increasingly complex financial functions of the growing organization. The organization 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 will lead the day-to-day budgeting work as well as yearly budget planning, reporting and contract management. This person should be passionate about building systems, managing complex projects and be an innovative problem solver. In addition, experience and ability to communicate financial information to a variety of audiences is key.  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 Financial Reporting & Budgeting/Planning Develop and support the annual budget building of a fast-growing, multi-million dollar organization  Cultivate strong day-to-day financial health through the creation and execution of fiscal management policies and practices, as well as training and partnership with colleagues as necessary Lead the auditing process and partnership with external auditors Manage monthly, quarterly and annual reporting and filings Select a new financial management system and lead the transition from Quickbooks to the new system Manage the Finance & Operations Associate to complete day-to-day accounting functions  Work closely with the Development team, both in the creation of financial materials for fundraising proposals, as well as ensuring all grant reports have the proper financial reporting elements Support the Board of Directors by providing information relevant to fiscal oversight and budgetary planning Contract & Partnership Management  Lead the contract management process for Good Reason Houston’s complex network of partnerships  Communicate compellingly about the impact and context surrounding key financial information to a variety of audiences (both internal and external) in a manner in which the information is both understandable and actionable Project Management  Continuously evaluate and improve upon current financial systems, with a focus on partnership and constituent management  Consult and support on financial issues for the broader team    QUALIFICATIONS Requirements Basic understanding of corporate accounts and audits Comfortable and adept with Quickbooks. Bachelor’s degree required, relevant advanced degree preferred 6-8 years of experience in accounting/finance, preferably experience with non-profit accounting Experience with nonprofit, fund accounting systems, preferred Mastery of Excel including pivot tables and Powerpoint Skills Finance and Budgeting Problem-solving Orientation and Solutions Focus Oral and Written Comprehension and Expression Judgment and Decision Making Critical Thinking  Coordination Deductive Reasoning Data Analysis and Inference

Managing Director, Charter School Development Type:  Full Time Min. Experience:  Senior to Executive Level   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. The organization partners with school districts, community leaders, families, and educators to achieve its mission of increasing the number of students learning in a high-performing school. 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, and Engaging the Community.   ABOUT THE ROLE Good Reason Houston is seeking a Managing Director, Charter School Development who is a proven leader in the recruitment, selection, development, and scaling of new schools and/or school networks, is results-oriented and passionate about the role high-quality charter schools play in a robust ecosystem, and excited about working in a start-up environment.  The Managing Director will have the unique opportunity to impact Houston’s charter school landscape, and ultimately influence student outcomes at a city-wide level. The role will drive partnerships with existing CMOs, facilitate the expansion, launch, and/or improvement of small charter networks and single site schools, and provide supports and expertise to new (first-year) schools and leaders. This role will build partnerships with National, state, and local leaders and community partners seeking to start new charter schools and liaise with the Texas Education Agency. Finally, this role will lead conversations with school districts to accelerate the creation of charter district/partnerships and increase access to high quality charters that are responsive to parent demand in new communities.  This position reports to the Chief Program Officer and will play a vital 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.  RESPONSIBILITIES This role will evolve to meet the needs of the Good Reason Strategy and as the education landscape in the state and region shifts. Current responsibilities include:   Strategy Setting and Leadership of the Good Reason Houston charter school seats plan:  Execute against the current Good Reason Houston charter school seats plan, and develop, maintain, and create new strategies to ensure the its success. Build and maintain strategic relationships with CMO, small network and single-site leadership across the city. Build and maintain a strong relationship with the TEA Charter Schools Division, forging a relationship that benefits Houston and encourages high-quality charter school growth.  Provide technical assistance to all partners, and recruit a suite of technical assistance support partners, per our charter school strategy. Define additional opportunities along the development pipeline to support growth of a high-quality sector, including the use and execution of our quality school deserts. Determine and coordinate outreach and parent engagement as necessary, and in partnership with charter advocates, to support policies and practices that benefit the health and growth the sector.  Engaging large CMOs and supporting their growth plans:  Build and maintain strategic relationships with CMO leadership. Support the launch of new mature network campuses. Support the creation and strengthening of bench depth for assistant principals and principals and the development and recruitment of teachers into Houston, ensuring CMO growth strategies are executed. Support the development of parent engagement capacity and advocacy trainings, through professional learning communities.  Actively and strategically support new schools and small charter networks to ensure their growth plans are met, and that they have access to the technical assistance they need to be successful, including: Curate a suite of resources, delivered by proven experts that can provide facilities, growth planning, and admin systems/scaling support while leaders focus on growth. Build a professional learning community focused on the development of community and family engagement at the school and network level. Provide small networks with the central office development support the need to be successful in their growth. Utilize the Good Reason Houston school desert analysis to understand growth opportunities, and support networks in their decision making.  Invest in community engagement and entry strategies for supported operators, ensuring their success in years zero and one. Recruiting new, innovative models to the Urban Core of Houston, based on parent demand, and ensuring authorization approval with the TEA, buy-in local stakeholders.   Recruit and source new school model providers and school leaders for school creation and school turnaround Identify, vet, cultivate new partners that can provide comprehensive leadership training and coaching Fulfilling the required responsibilities of being a senior leader on the Good Reason Houston Team requires: Strong organizational skills – Utilizes logical, systematic and orderly procedures to meet objectives. Demonstrates ability to manage multiple projects and work streams independently.  Flexibility – Agility in adapting to change, thrives in a dynamic and ever-changing environment; creativity and innovative thinking skills to respond to emerging needs. Strategic mindset – competently creates strategies that lead to impact.  Manages multiple short-term and detailed projects, committees, and initiatives seamlessly, while staying focused on the long-term objectives. People orientation – The job demands a positive and constructive view of working with others.  There will be a high percentage of time spent listening to, understanding and successfully working with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds to achieve “win-win” outcomes. Sense of Humor- someone who is honest, transparent and does not take themselves too seriously. Effective Decision-making – Demonstrates ability to consistently make sound decisions. Empathy in Leadership – Deep care and concern for being a conscientious and effective manager of others QUALIFICATIONS We’re seeking candidates who excel in relationship-building, are results-oriented, and have strong project management skills. You should have: A track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships with and among a diverse group of stakeholders. 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. As Good Reason Houston is in “start-up mode,” we look for candidates who can be flexible in changing environments. A data and research orientation – including a curiosity and urgency around data collection and analysis, and its ability to inform decision making. Experience managing multiple projects and the ability to manage teammates and stakeholders on short-term projects. Passion about the mission, vision, and goals of Good Reason Houston and how this position contributes to the organization’s success. Knowledge of the charter school development and start-up process, preferably as a practitioner in a prior role; experience working with charter schools is required.

ABOUT GOOD REASON HOUSTON  Founded in 2017, 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. The organization partners with school districts, community leaders, families, and educators to achieve its mission of increasing the number of students learning in a high-performing school. 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, and Engaging the Community.  ABOUT THE ROLE  Good Reason Houston is seeking a Director of Family and Community Engagement who is a dedicated organizer and self-directed strategist. The Director of Family and Community Engagement will support the vision and mission of Good Reason Houston by overseeing the creation and implementation of a family and community engagement strategy for Good Reason Houston  This position will be a core part of our organization, and will play an essential role in ensuring Good Reason Houston realizes our vision that every child, in every neighborhood, excels in world-class public schools and thrives in the Houston of tomorrow. Good Reason Houston is still very much in start-up mode, so this role will have the challenge and opportunity to work autonomously, set vision, and wear a number of hats within the organization.  RESPONSIBILITIES  Strategy Development and Execution  Set a vision and long-term goals for Good Reason Houston’s family and community engagement work, aligned to the overall mission and vision of the organization.  Create and execute plans to operationalize the family and community engagement vision and long-term goals.  Develop and lead a process to make grants to key partners to promote Good Reason Houston’s goals for engaging families and the community, including the creation of milestones to guide their success.  Provide technical assistance to Good Reason Houston family and community engagement grantees to help them meet milestones and drive organizational success.  Organizing and Stakeholder Engagement  Identify opportunities to gather input from families and the community on their vision for education, and use that input to actively inform and revise Good  Reason Houston’s priorities. These opportunities should reflect the diversity of the families and communities for which we work.  Relay the vision, goals, and work of Good Reason Houston to families, key community members and organizations, including school districts, community- facing non-profits, and teachers.  Map out key community relationships and their potential to create leverage for Good Reason Houston’s mission to increase the number of children succeeding in school today and in the workforce tomorrow.  Support school districts in evaluating and improving their parent engagement operations, create toolkits and trainings for district personnel, and train key family engagement personnel in targeted school districts.  Qualifications:  At least 5 years of work experience in community engagement and organizing. Management experience preferred.  Candidates with experience in education or as a classroom teacher preferred.  Experience working for a funder or other philanthropic ventures a plus.  Strong ties in the Houston community preferred. In lieu of deep Houston ties, a proven track record of quickly integrating into a new community in order to meet lofty goals and facilitate change.  A proven track record of working across lines of difference in a way that promotes equity, inclusion, and achieves results.  Knowledge of K-12 education and education reform issues preferred.  A collaborative decision-maker, with the ability to consider multiple perspectives to approaching a problem before recommending a solution.  A people oriented person, who enjoys listening to others, attempting to understand their motivations, and successfully working with a range of people from diverse backgrounds to achieve “win-win” outcomes.  Passionate about the mission, vision, and goals of Good Reason Houston and how this position contributes to the organization’s success.  Highly organized, with the ability to successfully prioritize tasks and produce quality-work in a deadline driven environment.  Flexibility and the ability to be comfortable with ambiguity. Good Reason Houston is still very much a start-up.  How to Apply  Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter to [email protected] with “Director of Family and Community Engagement” in the subject line.

Job Goal: Provide secretarial assistance for an orderly, efficient, and professional office atmosphere in support of the ESC’s goals and objectives. Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or GED Experience: 1. Three years of experience in a fast-paced, administrative support role 2. Three years of experience in managing multiple budgets Special Knowledge and Skills: 1. Advanced proficiency in the use of software packages related to office operations, with special skill in preparation of PowerPoint presentations 2. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills 3. Excellent attention to detail 4. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks 5. Ability to exercise initiative, decision making and maintain confidentiality Major Responsibilities: Director Support 1. Screen and prioritize Director’s time, calendar and deliverables. 2. Receive, review and submit requests from department requiring Director’s approval, such as and not exclusive to professional development session handouts, printing requests, request for leave, time and effort, and technical assistance. 3. Proofread service agreements and accompanying file for ISO forms and accuracy before submitting to Director to begin approval process and scheduling process. 4. Assist in preparing applications, contracts, amendments, transfers, and monthly and year-end reports. 5. Assist with the budget preparation and monthly monitoring. 6. Research background materials, generate and compile reports, and assemble and produce information or data for presentation as needed. 7. Schedule meetings and complete all necessary preparations, including agendas, meal planning, material preparation, etc. 8. Maintain project management tool related to department work in order to support continuous improvement. 9. Prepare reports as requested. 10. Respond to both routine and complex correspondence. Department Responsibilities 1. Serve as the first point of contact for customers regarding department products and services. 2. Create and maintain requests for leave, service agreements, department calendar, and contact information. 3. Process requisitions, expense forms, direct pays, invoices, purchase orders, and interdepartmental bills; verify all have been assigned to the correct budgets and ensure all necessary paperwork is included. 4. Assist department staff with travel arrangements. 5. Keep office organized, maintain adequate supplies, and maintain current files in an electronic format, according to ISO procedures. 6. Set up new employees with computer, phone, directories, and instructions for office protocol. 7. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Job Goal: Provide professional development and technical assistance for Child Nutrition Programs. Participate in special project activities in the area of Child and Adult Care Food Programs that support the ESC’s core purpose and strategic goals. Qualifications: Education Bachelor’s degree with preferred areas of study in: Institutional Management, Nutrition, Dietetics, Family and Consumer Science, Public Health, or related field Experience 1. Three years’ experience in operations and management of Child Nutrition Programs, specifically Child and Adult Care Food Program and Summer Feeding Programs 2. Three years of experience training adults 3. Experience in developing, presenting, and coordinating professional development sessions Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Child Nutrition expertise related to USDA’s federal nutrition programs 2. Broad-based knowledge of Child Nutrition 3. Excellent verbal and written communication Primary Responsibilities: 1. Develop, present, and facilitate effective professional development. 2. Provide technical assistance and customized services. 3. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in the area of Child Nutrition. 4. Keep current in state and federal rules, regulations, and policies related to Child Nutrition. 5. Provide leadership in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating professional development, and services in the area of Child Nutrition. 6. Help plan and implement ongoing needs assessments and services for Region 4 customers. 7. Participate in developing communication networks between Region 4 and customer personnel. 8. Assist in planning and developing special project activities and conference events. 9. Fulfill the requirements of the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) contract. 10. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Job Goal: Provide professional development and services, develop instructional resources, and participate in special project activities in the area of accessing the general education curriculum for students with disabilities that support the ESC’s core purpose and strategic goals; provide additional support in the area of transition. Qualifications: Education Master’s degree Certification Texas Educator Certificate in Special Education Licensure None Experience 1. Minimum of three years of district and/or campus level leadership in special education programming at the secondary level 2. Minimum of five years of experience as a special education teacher working in public schools 3. Experience developing and presenting professional development 4. Experience leading collaborative teams 5. Experience providing instructional coaching Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Broad-based knowledge in rules and regulations related to special education 2. Broad-based knowledge of effective inclusive practices and transition services for students with disabilities. 3. Exemplary written and oral communication skills Preferred Qualifications: 1. Mid-management, Principalship, or Superintendent Certificate 2. Classroom experience in special and general education settings Major Responsibilities: Primary 1. Provide leadership in assisting customer districts in planning, developing and implementing services to meet the academic and transition needs of students with disabilities. 2. Provide leadership to customer districts through professional development and services in areas including, but not limited to: a. Accessing content through appropriate adaptations and frameworks such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL) b. A Standards-Based IEP framework c. Evidence-based high quality instructional frameworks d. Effective inclusive practices such as, but not limited to, co-teaching, small group instruction, specially-designed instruction, progress-monitoring, and effective master scheduling practices e. Implementing the state assessment process for students with disabilities f. Effective secondary transition practices and working knowledge of transitions from early childhood to exit g. College, career and military readiness for post-secondary outcomes. 3. Develop, present, and facilitate effective professional development in collaboration with special education and content area teams. 4. Develop systems to assess customer needs for programming and services. 5. Develop resources to support instruction and programming. 6. Participate in developing communication networks between Region 4 customer district personnel. 7. Participate in state-level functions related to area(s) of responsibility. 8. Assist in planning and developing special project activities, e.g., grant proposals, interdepartmental services, demonstration sites, research studies and other customer-based projects. 9. Engage in professional development to maintain special education knowledge and skills in the areas of inclusive practices and transition to support content collaborations. 10. Analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness within the ESC and for customer districts. 11. Provide leadership to districts related to compliance with state and federal laws and State Board of Education rules and regulations. 12. Provide leadership to districts related to the State Performance Plan Indicators, Performance-based Monitoring, and other compliance indicators. 13. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.