Teacher Incentive Allotment Partnerships Manager (Education Specialist V)

Agency Information

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) oversees primary and secondary public education in Texas and is committed to improving outcomes for all public school students by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems across the state.

Core Values

• We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in pursuing our primary purpose of improving outcomes for students.
• We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain committed talent that reflects the diversity of Texas, with each individual contributing to our shared vision for students.
• We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on outcomes, and continuously improve in pursuit of excellence for students.
• We are Servant Leaders: We are public servants committed to improving opportunities for students and supporting those who serve them.

Job Description

The Division of District Talent Systems is dedicated to empowering Texas school districts with the tools and support needed to recognize, reward, and retain exceptional educators. At the heart of this mission is the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) - a transformative initiative designed to create a pathway for outstanding teachers to earn six-figure salaries and its offshoot, Enhanced TIA which expands the opportunities to administrators as well.

As a TIA Partnerships Manager, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the division's vision. You will support the implementation of TIA across the state, ensuring districts have the guidance and resources necessary to develop and sustain high-quality local designation systems. This role will focus on TIA and regional technical assistance support. Your work will directly impact the professional growth and compensation of Texas educators.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver expert technical assistance to partners such as districts, Education Service Centers (ESCs), and third-party providers.
• Support the execution of the TIA related grant programs, fostering collaboration and innovation in strategic compensation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of performance management systems.
• Collaborate with district and regional leaders to design and refine systems that elevate teacher effectiveness and student outcomes.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in project management, performance management, and technical assistance delivery, with a passion for educational equity and excellence. This position reports to the Director of TIA Partnerships and Supports and offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of teacher compensation in Texas.

This position requires up to 25% travel, based on business needs, to support program initiatives, collaboration, and operational priorities.

Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check.

Essential Functions

Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.

1 - Partnership Development: In collaboration with content owners and ESC leads, define the services required by district profile that support effective implementation aligned to other TEA initiatives to support scaling of best practices across ESCs.

2 - ESC Knowledge Development and Team Partnership: Manage assigned TIA Specialized ESC Hub, including oversight of grant requirements, goal setting, and long-term planning to support statewide TIA district implementation of local designation systems.

3 - TIA Regional ESC Grant Support: Serve as primary contact for a cohort of assigned ESCs to support the recurring meetings to discuss data-driven accountability and outcomes related to the TIA ESC Regional Support grant requirements.

4 - TIA Technical Assistance Partners: Manage the application, partnerships, contacts, and impact data related to Third Party Technical Assistance Providers

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university

Experience: At least five (5) years of experience in education or related field

Substitutions: An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience

Other Qualifications

• Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
• Experience with developing and delivering high-quality technical assistance to a variety of stakeholder groups
• Advanced skills related to breaking down complex information, asking questions, synthesizing, and analyzing data to prepare concise reports and exhibits using Microsoft Office suite
• District level administrative experience preferred.
• Experience with grant development and management preferred.
• Experience with the development of a TIA Local Designation System preferred.
• A strong customer-service mindset with a focus on engaging both internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve

New hires, rehires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees within the same classification. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and qualifications and consider internal pay equity across employees performing similar work.

The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates whose qualifications exceed the role's requirements. The maximum of the range is typically reserved for candidates who significantly exceed the required and preferred qualifications.

Benefits

TEA employees receive a comprehensive benefits package through the State of Texas and the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS), supporting health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Benefits include:

• Retirement through ERS and employer-paid health insurance for eligible employees
• Optional dental, vision, and dependent coverage
• Paid state holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and longevity pay
• Wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and professional development opportunities
• Eligibility for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

To learn more about benefits available to State of Texas employees, please review the State of Texas Employee Benefits brochure and visit the TEA Compensation and Benefits page .

Military/Veteran Information

Applicants eligible for Military Employment Preference will be considered in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

To explore how military experience may align with this role, applicants may review Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes within the State's Position Classification Plan. Please refer to the Military Crosswalk and select the occupational category that most closely corresponds with the classification listed in this job posting.

Additional Information

TEA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or veteran status.

TEA does not sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

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.

To learn more about working at TEA, including hiring timelines, process details, and candidate resources, please visit the Careers at TEA page .

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