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Description Position at IDEA Public Schools Role Mission: The purchasing clerk goal is to provide and promote a sound and an effective procurement process which supports and advances the goals of IDEA Public Schools. The vision is to create customer satisfaction by facilitating the efficient acquisition of goods and services in order to meet the needs of campuses and departments. We strive to keep integrity and continuous improvement in the procurement process that are in compliance and best practices as outlined by the Texas Education Agency. Accountabilities Responsibilities 100% of Corporate Card change request are completed on the American Express portal within 1 hour of request. Resolve Corporate card decline issues within 1 business day Resolve Concur user issues within 1 business day Maintain tracker for # Corporate card holders, # of Corporate cards issued, # of monthly transactions Ensure Concur expense reports are reviewed and approved within 2 business days Compile Corporate card and Concur monthly data reports for distribution to the organization Daily collaboration with the Purchasing Supervisor regarding Concur 2 business day expense report approvals Create Concur cases for any Concur issues encountered that cannot be resolved by the team Monitor Standard Account Extract data reports daily to make certain payments are processed quickly and accurately Correction of the SAE (Standard Accounting Extract) file for Tyler Munis import Wells Fargo credit card file upload weekly Provide trainings on Concur to end users Collaborate with Louisiana and Florida system administrators Onboarding and Professional Development Ensure that 100% of all new reconcilers attend business office onboarding for purchasing and Corporate card reconciliation within 2 weeks of being hired Ensure that 100% of new card holders are trained on use of the Corporate card, allowable vs unallowable and the Corporate card policy before Corporate card is issued Ensure 100% of cardholders view training and sign the American Express Corporate card agreement prior to issuing out the American Express corporate card. Provide continuous improvement training during bi-weekly Corporate card conference call by clearly communicating 100 % of policy changes and updates Provide continuous improvement training during summer institute and quarterly sessions for financial management users and Corporate card reconcilers 3. Compliance Audit 100% of account coding on Corporate card transactions follows TEA guidelines Audit 100 % of Corporate card expenses are allowable under TEA guidelines for public funds Ensure 100% of Concur expense reports are reviewed and approved within 2 business days Monthly check in with Director of AOPS, AP Supervisor and Purchasing Supervisor on trends and strategy for improvements Run reports to ensure that all transactions for current month submitted in expense report by 2nd business day of proceeding month Communicate expense updates and pending information to Concur end-users 4. Live values of IDEA Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Is driven by outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes Embodies IDEA's core values Competencies: Knowledge of basic accounting procedures, purchasing and invoicing supplies and equipment Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner Ability to analyze and organize a complex filing system of bid-related documentation Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases and word processing Proficiency in use of calculator and office machines Ability to communicate effectively Problem Solving Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: 2+ Clerical experience and accounting, preferably in education Knowledge and Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, 10key IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that all of our students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 58% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 45,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Tarrant County (Fort Worth/Arlington), New Orleans, Houston (2020), Permian Basin (202 0 ), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . Role Mission: The Vice President of Communication s will steward IDEA's brand locally and nationally by spearheading IDEA's internal and external communications strategy. S/he will serve as a deputy spokesperson for the organization for regional and national media outlets in 7 regions where IDEA operates schools and 4 target regions across the US, oversee IDEA's owned media channels-the website, publications, social media accounts, crisis communications, programming for signature and secondary events, The Hub-, earned media strategy-PR and Media Relations-, IDEA's internal communications and family communications strategy, donor stewardship, and organizational messaging. Under his/her leadership, and in partnership with the Director of Marketing and Director of Enrollment, IDEA will continue to elevate and increase brand awareness of its high-performing public charter schools, student success, and commitment to College For All. S/he will coach and develop a team of four direct reports to results in their respective functional areas. Accountabilities : Coach and Manage a Team: Directly manage a team of four to results in their respective functional areas: Internal Communications Manager External Communications Manager External Communications Manager Social Media Manager Oversee the goal setting and professional development process for your direct reports. Host Weekly Team Meetings with the entire Communications team (5 people) Host Weekly Check-Ins with each Direct Report Host Communications team Daily Huddles In partnership with the Sr. VP of Marketing, Communications, & Enrollment develop and manage strategic communications plan that include, but is not limited to the following strategic priorities: Organize the IDEA Story Create a comprehensive messaging document that organizes all organization priorities, attributes, and initiatives into defining messages. Expand the IDEA Audience Re-engage in comprehensive outreach strategies to press and partners across Texas. Create IDEA Storytellers Focus internal communications on key messages and increase opportunities and incentives for staff, students, and families to engage with key messages. New Region Entry Develop and implement strategic plans, communications, resources, and media relations tactics to help generate leads and increase brand awareness and recognition when IDEA enters a new region. Work closely with IDEA's Executive Directors to develop and execute regional strategic media and public engagement plans that are aligned with organizational priorities Develop quarterly publications Develop quarterly publications (IMPACT Magazine, Persistence/Enrollment Publications, IDEA's Annual Report) that help to steward persistence and brand awareness at IDEA Create IDEA's Crisis Communications Protocols & Resources Create a crisis communications strategic plan, resources, and resource portal for IDEA campuses. Serve as the Marketing, Communications, & Enrollment team liaison for IDEA's student safety and crisis communications by playing a key role in the development of staff and parent communications, resources and training. Make IDEA a Thought Leader Nationally in Education/Education Reform Promote IDEA leaders and programs as subject matter experts on key initiatives and objectives. Play a key role in leveraging national media to drive broad public understanding of IDEA's mission and impact and supported key organizational goals Collaborate with your peers, IDEA's Director of Marketing and Director of Enrollment, on cross functional tasks: Work with the Director of Marketing to develop copy for marketing materials Thought partner with the Director of Marketing and Creative Services Manager to ensure the website is reflective of the latest editorial content (ongoing), allows for campuses to personalize their pages, and integrates a blog and newsroom, implements learnings, content changes, and new UX from external and internal website audits, and the development of IMPACT magazine and IDEA Events webpages. Develop and manage extensive communications strategic plans to support enrollment and recruitment efforts Internal Communications: Serve as the editor in chief for internal communications at IDEA Public Schools in partnership with, and by advising, your direct reports, to ensure Internal Communications at IDEA is timely, consistent, and rooted in a scalable and sustainable strategic framework as IDEA's employee population continues to grow . The Hub: IDEA's intranet site that should be the go-to source for all communications. The Hub has DropBox -like functionality for personal file storage, access to organizational team sites (managed by teams), weekly news and announcements (managed by Team MCE), and more. Increased adoption and functionality is the goal for the next AY. Donor Stewardship IDEA's Blog: IDEA generates owned blog content 2-3/week to help share news, announcements, and information with our key audiences. Staff Communications: Develop and distribute all-staff emails and help lead two all-staff calls annually, develop a robust internal communications strategy to build affiliation and pride among staff while consistently informing them of important information and context. Organizational Updates: These are weekly videos that Tom Torkelson , IDEA's Founder & CEO, sends to all staff and supporters. The topics are planned by Tom and his Chief of Staff. The communications team coordinates the calendar and taping of the videos, in partnership with the Chief of Staff, and develops Tom's prep docs. Event Programming: Support and manage your team to develop best-in-class programming, remarks and speeches, and memorable event experiences for IDEA's Team & Family. Develop scripts, programming, oversee training and prep and help manage logistics and the run-of-show management for IDEA's signature and secondary events. College Signing Day Back to School Bash Family Communications: Support the management and oversight of national, regional, and campus-based Family Communications at IDEA, providing resources, guidance, and training to ensure families receive effective, timely and clear communications . Family Communications Working Group: Help lead IDEA's family communications working group. Develop campus-level training, resources, best practices and oversight to help provide best-in-class parent communications via Parent Weeklies, Remind, and Campus Facebook pages. Parent Weekly: Auditing for use, advising and training campuses on best practices and communications norms, managing the Smore platform for distribution. Remind: Advising and training campuses on best practices and communications norms, sending centralized district-wide messages to families Campus Facebook Pages: Advising and training campuses on best practices and communications norms, auditing campus pages for brand aligned content Family Advisory Council: Manage the Internal Communications Manager in overseeing the Family Advisory Council (FAC). The FAC is a voluntary group comprised of four IDEA family members per campus across each IDEA region. The purpose of the FAC is to meet with members three times each year to discuss family engagement and communication and how to strengthen the IDEA Public Schools network. Serving on the FAC is a great opportunity to engage, inform, and empower families and school partnerships. Receptionists: Help manage the Internal Communications Manager in hiring, training and supporting IDEA's campus receptionists . In partnership with campus operations and lead teams, conduct interviews and hiring for campus-based receptionists. Provide ongoing training, guidance and resources to ensure receptionists have the tools and knowledge needed to provide best-in-class customer service in campus front offices. Publications: Serve as the editor-in-chief for IDEA's publications through project management and leading the research, planning, copy development, copy editing, business partner review, translation, and design of the following publications: IMPACT Magazine - Winter & Spring Issues: A quarterly magazine with varying topics and highlights that is distributed to families and staff. Persistence/Enrollment Publications IDEA's Annual Report: An annual publication that highlights IDEA's financial and academic successes that is distributed to stakeholders . Public Relations: Manage direct reporters to meet media and public relations goals, nationally and across new and existing IDEA regions, focusing on increasing brand awareness of IDEA and telling impactful stories about IDEA's families, students, staff, and communities. Manage PR and media relations across all IDEA regions and nationally, oversee and manage partnerships with PR firms, and serve as the liaison for IDEA's blog sponsorships and partnerships, meeting the outlined brand recognition through positive media coverage. Represent IDEA in regional media opportunities, manage regional media events, and craft documents (press releases, media alerts, etc ) for external distribution. Oversee the external communications managers in the daily monitoring of media calls, requests, and inquiries Oversee the external communications managers in the daily distribution of IDEA's media report Oversee the external communications managers in the weekly distribution of IDEA's communications and media overview Oversee the external communications manager in the daily updates to IDEA's newsroom Manage the External Communications Managers in monitoring and responding daily to messages received via IDEA's general inquiry email address. Social Media: Serve as the editor-in-chief of content, strategy, and planning across IDEA's national, regional and campus social media channels, managing the Social Media Manager to results and meeting outlined social media engagement goals and metrics. Serve as the editor-in-chief of content, strategy, and planning IDEA's "national" channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) regional channels (Facebook) and IDEA's campus channels (Facebook for 96 schools) Manage the Social Media Manager in monitoring and respond daily to messages, comments, and notifications for all of IDEA's national social media accounts Provide campus-level resources, training, and best practices for managing campus social media pages Develop and distribute a monthly social media newsletter for campus administrators on Facebook Website: Serve as the editor-in-chief of IDEA's external website content, managing the communications team to lead consistent web audits and ensure content is compelling, clear, and up-to-date . Website content and messaging Newsroom and Blog Events webpage IMPACT magazine webpage Manage the weekly copy and development of the website Hero Serve as the deputy spokesperson for the organization for regional and national media outlets: Manage and oversee regional and national media relationships Manage, develop, and distribute IDEA talking points, statements, and media responses Oversee the external communications managers in the daily monitoring of media calls, requests, and inquiries Oversee the external communications managers in the daily distribution of IDEA's media report Oversee the external communications managers in the weekly distribution of IDEA's communications and media overview Oversee the external communications managers in the daily updates to IDEA's newsroom Develop and distribute IDEA's annual press kit Leverage and prepare organizational spokespeople, senior leaders, and teachers for press opportunities Support IDEA's media campaigns and projects Provide comprehensive and rapid behind-the-scenes communications support to direct management and other senior leaders across the organization Increase year over year positive brand recognition nationally and in each of the regions we serve through positive media coverage: Identify, develop and cultivate relationships with, and pitch stories to media nationally Secure no fewer than 25 positive national stories during the Academic Year. Manage the External Communications Managers to; Secure no fewer than 14 regional op-eds, 50 positive news stories in San Antonio, 50 positive media stories in Austin, 25 in El Paso, 25 in Baton Rouge, 20 in new regions, and 100 positive news stories in the Rio Grande Valley Serve as the storyteller and program lead for IDEA's signature events and secondary event s Partner with the Communications team (and client team as necessary) to execute core messaging for event(s), script development, and execution Develop the scripts and programming for all IDEA signature and secondary events Train and prepare speakers for all IDEA signature and secondary events Train IDEA's leaders on organizational messaging: During summer training and other leadership opportunities, educate IDEA's leaders on latest messaging to ensure our senior most leaders are speaking about the organization in the same way. Develop IDEA's messaging and voice branding guidelines Redesign (as necessary) and distribute IDEA's Crisis Communications Plan and Crisis Communications Templates: Work in partnership with the VP of Regional Success to redesign IDEA's crisis communications plan taking new communications channels into consideration. Distribute crisis communications plan to campus and HQ leaders Manage the crisis management database, accessible via The Hub, for campuses to access standard crisis communications documents-letters to parents, receptionist Q&A, etc. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree required, master's degree in applicable field preferred Experience: 8+ years of full-time professional experience required; 2+ years of full-time people management required Knowledge and Skills: Strong writing and editing skills Experience in public relations and strategic communications Relationship-building and influencing skills, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders Creative, ambitious and highly adept in designing and implementing cohesive communications strategies Excellent communication skills, both orally and written Results and quality-focused with an eye for detail, a bias for excellence in building and deploying communications plans and managing multiple communications platforms and channels IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools About Houston IDEA Greater Houston Area was announced in 2017 and we are preparing for a rapid expansion plan. Houston is known for being one of the most diverse cities in America, yet children of color and children living in poverty continue to lack access to the highest quality schools. We are the fourth largest city, with more than 51 independent public school districts and the home base for two fantastic public charter school operators, Yes Prep and KIPP Texas-Houston. Houston's reputation is based on economic opportunity and affordable living with a massive sprawl that exceeds the size of New Hampshire.Despite the presence of great public charter schools and a strong district magnet schools system, the need for more great schools is ever present. IDEA Greater Houston Area will help solve the challenge to offer more children a choice-filled life through a transformational public education. Fully cognizant of the need across the Greater Houston Area, IDEA Public Schools will launch with a commitment to open our first four schools in 2020 and follow with an ambitious growth plan to grow to 20 schools by 2025-26 andultimately serve15,000 students once fully enrolled Role Mission: IDEA's Founding Regional Director of Staffing will be charged with leading recruitment and hiring for one of IDEA's newest regions. This is to ensure there is an excellent teacher in every classroom and an excellent leadership team leading every school and that they have strong support & regional staff members helping them achieve their all-important work. The regional director will work closely with the regional Executive Director , regional leadership team , National Human Assets team and external partners to attract, engage, and select high quality leader, teacher, regional team, and campus support staff candidates for all openings . They are al s o skilled in s upport ing managers with the retention of their talent. The Regional Director of Staffing will build a team of Talent Recruiters and Talent Partners over the next three years who will support schools with all of their talent needs. The Regional Director is responsible for developing the regional recruitment strategy and managing the selection, hiring, and matriculation process for all campus & regional headquarters positions to ensure that our region has the talent IDEA requires in order to meet its yearly student achievement goals and, ultimately, 100% college matriculation. Regional Directors of Staffing serve as strategic partners to school and regional leaders around organizational health, retention, staffing, and other talent needs. This position will start July 8th, 2019 Accountabilities 100% of 2020-2021 campus staff members are hired and "IDEA ready" by the start of the first day of work calendar/professional development Determine regional hiring projections and weekly benchmark goals to manage hiring throughout the year. Schedule and plan early hiring events. Communicate progress with senior district and regional leadership. Evaluate the health of our grade level and content pools based on our projected hiring need and adjust course accordingly. Engage in monthly check-ins with principals to review hiring progress. Effectively screen candidates for regional headquarters, campus leadership, teaching and co-teaching positions through reviewing applications and video interviews, and conducting phone interviews. Ensure candidates receive communication from IDEA within the appropriate timelines in order to provide the best candidate experience Review applications and communicate within 7 days of application submission Review and communicate with candidates who have submitted video screening by the established benchmark dates Hiring managers schedule final interviews within 5 days of receiving a candidate Candidates hear back from IDEA within 5 business days from their final interview Post all necessary requisitions in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS/Jobvite) Conduct annual Hiring Manager Training Train on the use of our ATS (Jobvite) Support campus hiring managers in the hiring of Athletic Coordinators, Tutors and any other approved supplemental program positions that serve a campus (ex: 21 st Century) Hire, manage & coach a staffing intern to oversee administrative & logistical work, freeing up the Director's time to oversee more strategic work required to achieve goals 100% of 2020-21 Principal vacancies are filled with a "principal-ready" candidate by May 22nd Partner with the Executive Director for principal selection and understanding the regional principal preferences and PIRs who are "principal-ready" Effectively screen candidates to ensure that there are three strong candidates for every Principal vacancy Plan and facilitate regional interview days. Communicate consistently around vacancies and promotions to ensure a smooth hiring process for all positions. 3 high quality 20-21 applications for each projected Special Education Teacher, College Prep Math and College Prep Science and PIR vacancy Post known vacancies by October 1 st for PIR and October 18 th for all other positions. Represent IDEA at career fairs and other events to attract large groups of talent to all positions at IDEA. Leverage social media and other mechanisms for communication to attract and engage prospects. Strategically engage in individual outreach to ensure that top prospects become applicants. Lead recruitment events to cultivate the specific talent needed including coffee shop hours, meet and greets etc Leverage Jobvite Engage to track and monitor prospects and ensure that they convert to applicants. Identify top sources of talent and increase recruitment efforts within these pipelines. Engage in at least 4 external events each month. Hold at least 15 1:1 meetings each month with strong prospects. Create and maintain a calendar of recruitment events. Leverage other staffing team members as well as other stakeholders to attend events. Partner with regional team members and regional school leaders to identify people in their networks to cultivate for staff opportunities. Develop incentives and rewards to encourage internal referrals. Partner with teams in other regions to identify other pools for referrals. Prioritize follow up with referrals to ensure that they convert to applicants and then to hires. Keep applicants engaged from the point of application to the point of hire Actively head-hunt Principal-In-Residence candidates 85% retention of all staff Collaborate with the Teacher Advancement team, Director of Leader Development, Executive Director and PIRs to ensure that programming meets the needs of Founding Teacher Fellows Collaborate with Executive Director on strategies to engage the regional staff and build strong regional culture. Conduct empathy interviews, pulse checks, and retention conversations ( etc ) to understand the needs and career plans of regional staff members and debrief with the Executive Director Conduct exit interviews to determine reasons for departures Consult with current and potential regional team members if/as requested to help with career planning Provide support and resources to managers as needed to help them improve engagement of their direct reports Build relationships of trust and collaboration with clients (hiring managers), so that 100% report being satisfied or highly satisfied with the partnership Initiate regular communication about the performance of hiring managers you support (as it relates to hiring & retaining talent) and about the health of the business partnership itself; seek and give honest two-way feedback. Embrace the challenge of navigating complex business partnerships (sometimes encountering resistance), and seize this challenge as an opportunity to influence transformation at any and all levels of the organization Help clients and other partners understand the connection between sometimes seemingly dichotomous priorities (e.g. national/regional, individual/collective, short term/long term, etc Embodies the values of IDEA in action Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Considers and prioritizes students in all relevant decisions Is driven by outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Thrives in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications and Requirements: Education: Bachelor's Degree Experience: Minimum of 3 years of staffing or education experience Must be willing to travel 1-2 times per month to other IDEA regions for team building, training, observations, etc. Must be willing to work over 40 hours per week with some nights and weekends Compensation: Salaries for this role typically fall between $78,428 and $101,957 commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on individual and organizational performance and goal attainment. IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools About IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that all our students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 50% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 53,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Houston (2020), Permian Basin (2020), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . About Tarrant County Tarrant County has long proved a magnet for families and young professionals looking to plant roots and create a home. Dallas-Fort Worth is ranked as #18 on the Best Places to Live list from U.S. News & World Report. This fast-growing region has experienced a larger jump in its student population than any other North Texas County. Tarrant County is now home to nearly 400,000 school aged children, and growth is expected to continue for years to come. IDEA Achieve and IDEA Rise first opened their doors in August of 2019 to support the educational landscape in closing the gap for college matriculation. Only 10% of Tarrant County students attend and complete college while IDEA alumni have a record of 41% matriculation. Changing this statistic is part of the promise IDEA makes to current and incoming students. What does the Human Assets Team do? The Human Assets Team is responsible for recruiting, selecting, as well as retaining high quality teachers and leaders to IDEA. For the upcoming 20-21 school year, our Tarrant County team will recruit applicants and hire new teachers and leaders for our growing and launching campuses. During the school year, we will be working to cultivate brand awareness and build community relationships. What will our amazing new HA Intern do? Our HA Intern will become an integral part of our Tarrant County HA Team through the following: Daily outreach/sourcing to prospective candidates about IDEA (ex: Indeed, LinkedIn, Handshake) Recruitment support at events (ex: Coffee Shop Meet and Greets, College Info Sessions , Hiring Fairs ) Daily follow up with event attendees within 24 hours of attending an event Job posting maintenance on career and college websites Data updates on applicant systems regarding prospective candidates Converting prospective candidates into applicants and rating the new applicants using a rubric Managing event logistics, i.e. Super Interview Days, Selection Fairs, etc. Conducting initial applicant screening Things we would like to see: Comfort presenting to groups Organized and detail oriented; bias towards taking action Experience with recruiting, HR or sales a plus Highly proficient with the use of computer, web and mobile technology Excellent phone communication skills: clear/personable/enthusiastic A Few Good Reasons to Join the Team: Ability to create flexible schedule Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work (finding amazing teachers for our kids!) Gain exposure to education and HR field Qualifications: Current GPA of 3.0 or higher (preferred) Authorized to work in the U.S. Passion for working for underserved communities Able to commit to working 20 hours/week At least 48 hours complete of college coursework Job Specifications Location: IDEA Public Schools Tarrant County R egional Office Hours: Up to 30/week Pay Rate: $10/hour IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools About IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that all our students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 50% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 53,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Houston (2020), Permian Basin (2020), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . About San Antonio San Antonio is the nation's 7 th largest city and boasts the highest rate of population growth across the U.S. As the San Antonio region continues to grow rapidly, IDEA is committed to increasing our community presence to provide the best experience for all families and children. In May 2019, we welcomed our region's first graduating seniors. We believe through the hard work of our passionate IDEA Team & Family; college acceptance and matriculation can be realized. Currently, 1 in 6 San Antonio students' graduate college ready. Changing this statistic for the better is part of the promise IDEA makes to current and incoming students. Join our IDEA San Antonio family as we are poised to serve 29,000 students at 37 local schools by 2022. Role Mission: IDEA Public Schools works to ensure the success of all students and to address any barriers which may impact students from achieving incredible academic and social outcomes. The Educational Diagnostician works with the Special Programs team, regional leaders, campus leaders, parents, and Special Education and General Education teachers in an effort to maximize student outcomes. The IDEA Educational Diagnostician demonstrates knowledge and skill in assessment, eligibility for Special Education, academic and behavioral interventions, state and federal legal frameworks for Special Education, and ensure s compliance with Special Education legislation. The Educational Diagnostician is a key partner in ensuring support of students and parents by h elping problem solv ing interventions with students , who may be struggling both academically and behaviorally . Accountabilities 1. The IDEA Educational Diagnostician demonstrate s knowledge of and aid s in the development, completion, and monitoring of ARD (Admission, Review, Dismissal) /IEP (Individualized Education Program) for Special Education Services as per State and Federal Guidelines. Supports the special education teachers in developing appropriate IEP academic, behavioral, and social goals. Meet 100% compliance in Annual ARDs and ensure all paperwork is submitted in a timely manner. Works in conjunction with Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and other r elated and Instructional Service Personnel (VI, AI, APE, PT) to ensure completion of all ARD paperwork in a timely manner. Follows correct procedures for maintaining records and services. 2. The IDEA Educational Diagnostician support s campuses in implementation of 504, Critical Student Intervention (CSI), and Response to Intervention (RTI). Critical Student Instruction groups are established and instruction is executed with fidelity at campuses Provide support to 504 campus coordinators with manifestation determinations Provide support to 504 campus coordinator with 504 meeting requirements, 504 eligibility determination, Homebound, and Manifestation Determination. Conduct dyslexia evaluations for 504 students. Guide campuses in tracking and documenting academic and behavioral interventions in TIER I, TIER II, and TIER III. 3. The IDEA Educational Diagnostician evaluate s students with different disabilities and demonstrate s knowledge of eligibility criteria for Special Education as per state and federal guidelines. Conducts multidisciplinary evaluations Full and Individual Evaluations for all Non-Speech only students , Non-Autism, and Non-Emotional Disturbance students who are referred for 1 or more eligibility categories (out of 1 3 eligibility categories). Adhere to most up to date evaluation tools and standards as stipulated in the American Psychological Association Testing Standards Conducts evaluations as needed for student College Board accommodations Helps the campus conduct a Functional Behavioral Assessment. 4. The IDEA Educational Diagnostician support s the campus RTI (Response to Intervention) coordinator in tracking and monitoring students in Response to Intervention for academic and behavioral concerns . Ensure that campuses are employing a problem solving model for students in TIERS II and TIERS III Guides the campus in how to track and document academic and behavioral interventions Aids the campus in completing Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans in Response to Intervention Provides guidance on academic and behavioral interventions in TIERS II and TIER III 5. Live values of IDEA Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Is driven by outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes Embodies IDEA's core values Supervisory Responsibilities Provide program support to special education teachers Competencies : Demonstrate competence in the educational evaluation s , diagnoses, and in formal report s of evaluation results of school-aged children (4 years to 22 years old) Demonstrate competence in developing and implementing prevention techniques and interventions, including a variety of approaches to educational interventions . Demonstrate competence in collaboration, consultation, relationship building with a wide variety of individuals and organizations. Demonstrate knowledge, competence, and sensitivity in understanding, interacting, collaborating, evaluating, consulting, advising, and implementing interventions and programs with colleagues, students, and families from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities; with minority populations; and with students from special circumstances. Demonstrate competence in presenting himself or herself as a knowledgeable member of the Admission Review and Dismissal team. Demonstrate competence in the skills related to successful functioning as a n Educational Diagnostician Qualifications: Master's degree in Special Education or Education from accredited college or university Texas Educational Diagnostician Certificate At least 3 years experience as a campus Educational Diagnostician preferred Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functions for education purposes, including cross-battery evaluation practices Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions Knowledge of psycho-social development Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple requests, deadlines, and priorities IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools About IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that all our students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 50% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 53,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Houston (2020), Permian Basin (2020), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . About San Antonio San Antonio is the nation's 7 th largest city and boasts the highest rate of population growth across the U.S. As the San Antonio region continues to grow rapidly, IDEA is committed to increasing our community presence to provide the best experience for all families and children. In May 2019, we welcomed our region's first graduating seniors. We believe through the hard work of our passionate IDEA Team & Family; college acceptance and matriculation can be realized. Currently, 1 in 6 San Antonio students' graduate college ready. Changing this statistic for the better is part of the promise IDEA makes to current and incoming students. Join our IDEA San Antonio family as we are poised to serve 29,000 students at 37 local schools by 2022. Role Mission : Th e Regional Manager of Human Resources (RMHR) is charged with executing human resources, employee/parent relations , and legal/regulatory compliance within the region they serve. The R M HR will business partner with the regional Executive Director, regional leaders , and staff to provide employee relations and expertise in employer risk mitigation, case management , and consultation on matters involving legal and regulatory compliance (including leave practices, workers compensation, unemployment, internal and external investigations). The RMHR is a strategic partner of the regional lead team responsible for executing the regional human resources and compliance strategies and managing the implementation and execution of related policies and practices to ensure achievement of staff retention, compliance, and organizational health. Accountabilities: 1. 100% of staff complete all required HR Trainings - with 90% completing by deadline Deliver professional development in the region to build manager knowledge and skills in employee/student relations practices Diligently track training progress of regional staff and provide updates and plans to regional leadership team for hitting goal Train and guide leaders and administrative assistants through the FMLA/Leave, unemployment and workers compensation process es Provide leadership on HR training initiatives and partner closely with leaders to develop consistent strategies and tactics to support when managing change 2. 100% compliance and audit-ready for all state/federal authorizers and regulatory agencies Execute on all regulatory compliance practices involving staff including areas of educator credentials and certifications, background and criminal history management, staff and student grievances, consistently ensuring compliance with all applicable laws Provide guidance and , when appropriate , manage process for court and legal matters Lead on EEOC, TWC, TEA, DOE, Region ESC investigations and/or claims for the region Complete and/or oversee monthly and annual audits and engage with staff according to audit protocols ( I - 9, criminal background checks, external audit information collection , etc.) P artner with regional leadership to implement risk-mitigation solutions , as directed by the risk management and internal audit teams and HR leadership Collaborate and train recruiters, selectors, talent managers , new hires team , and employee information systems team to understand, identify and troubleshoot licensing/certification requirements based on applicable role Lead s pecial projects to enable IDEA P ublic Schools to remain complian t in all areas of our work 3. 85% staff retention for assigned region - with no gap in teacher retention Promote a "grow and develop" mindset within IDEA leaders and support them to be able to: make good employment decisions, develop and support capable staff, provide managerial leadership, mentoring and direction, conduct crucial conversations, and identify and implement improvement strategies for specific skills and mindsets Support and provide strategies to regional leaders and employees to resolve behavior, conduct and performance concerns at the lowest level Participate in regional meetings to learn about employee relations concerns and share employment law expertise and guidance as needed (regional HA staffing tactical, regional leadership tactical, operations team meeting, principal/regional leader check-ins) C ontinuously review and analyze retention and exit data to identify trends and provide strategies to achieve goals 4. 80%-win rate of unemployment claims filed Ensure all unemployment claims are responded to by the deadline Su p port on training talent managers in proper documentation and disciplinary actions to support the unemployment claim process Engage with managers in all staff performance documentation, disciplinary actions , and employment decisions Coach and develop leaders on how to effectively use progressive discipline to correct behaviors and reset expectations by providing feedback on performance improvement plans Represent IDEA in unemployment hearing cases as needed 5. Resolve 90% of staff and parent relations concerns and investigations within five (5) business days in accordance to standard operating procedures ; formal complaints resolved within 30 business days Answer and resolve calls from IDEA Hotline within 24 hours Monitor HR Call Support Center (Zendesk) and ensure tickets are acknowledged within 12-hours and resolved within 48-hours when applicable Ensure escalation protocol for staff relations cases are followed accordingly Review and provide feedback on investigative documentation, ensuring every investigation has a complete investigative file on record Review past concerns and issues related to investigation area for problem solving; work with regional leadership to develop consistent practices around performance and accountability 6. Build relationships of trust and collaboration with leaders and staff , so that 100% report being satisfied or highly satisfied with the partnership Initiate regular communication and presence with regional leaders and staff you support; seek and give honest two-way feedback Share information related to the health of your business partnerships within the region and organization Embrace the challenge of navigating complex business partnerships (sometimes encountering resistance), and seize this challenge as an opportunity to influence transformation at any and all levels of the organization Help clients and other partners understand the connection between sometimes seemingly dichotomous priorities (e.g. national/regional, individual/collective, short term/long term) 7. Live Values of IDEA Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Is driven by outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes Embodies IDEA's core values Supervisory Responsibilities: The RMHR will directly supervise the regional HR Clerk Competencies: Mission and Vision Focus - fundamentally believe that when the adults in the system get it right, student achievement and success follows Record of Results - a chieve established goals and continuously improve to move the needle i n results year over year Problem Solving - identify problems, collaborate , influence and recommend solutions an d take action to resolve Business Partnership - v iew every opportunity as a chance to meaningfully partner with leaders and staff to achieve outcomes Communication - b e honest, objective and confident , adjusting communication style to influence and motivate action and behaviors Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's d egree required Experience: 3 + years in a HR, employee relations, or c ompliance/ r isk m anagement capacity Licenses or Certifications: PH R preferred Knowledge and Skills: Experience in all areas of human resources, including talent management, change management, staff relations, organizational development and training Possess solid business acumen for processes outside of HR Experience applying analytical and process driven HR practices Experience providing exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders Experience apply strategic thinking in all experiences and then working in a hands-on fashion to accomplish multiple goals / priorities Experience coaching and providing upward feedback to all levels in the organization IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.   POSITION OVERVIEW: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) reports to the Deputy Commissioner of Finance and has direct oversight over the Budget & Planning and Accounting Divisions. The position serves as the chief fiduciary officer for the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and is responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, as well as maintaining an internal controls framework to safeguard and effectively allocate agency resources. The CFO plays a critical role in providing leadership, oversight, direction, guidance, innovation, strategic planning, training, and quality assurance related to all fiscal operations of the agency. This position performs advanced, senior-level managerial work and works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgment.   Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Stakeholder Support: Ensures agency leadership, program staff, and other internal customers have access to adequate information to inform operations and decision making. Strategy and Process Improvement: Continually reviews and improves budget and accounting processes to achieve efficiency and excellent customer service. Compliance and Internal Controls: Oversees TEA’s system of internal controls and the preparation of state/federal financial and legislative reports; ensures compliance with applicable statues, financial policies and procedures. Team Leadership: Leads, supervises and develops a high-performing Budget & Accounting Team focused on superior customer service and data-driven practices. Support for Legislative Session: In conjunction with other divisions, directs the preparation and review of TEA fiscal notes on all non-school finance related matters and responds to other external requests for information/analysis as appropriate.     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university required; a degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field is preferred. Preference given for an advanced degree with major coursework in management, finance, public relations or a related field.   Experience: At least ten (10) years of experience in successful, progressively responsible fiscal management.   Substitutions: An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience.   OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: A proven record of successfully leading organization-wide changes and financial process re-engineering; managing large, cross-functional teams and building consensus; and superior project and time management with the ability to advance multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines. Ability to act decisively and with a purpose that positively influences the perceptions, thinking, and actions of others; set challenging goals and reach high standards of performance; establish clear expectations; and hold others accountable for performance. Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills, including ability to simplify complex problems, identify the most significant issues, and integrate qualitative and quantitative data into analysis and recommendations. A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve, and the ability to create and engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to navigate political processes with professional maturity and to make high-quality presentations that explain complex concepts to a variety of audiences. Strength in developing best practices for financial management and related fiscal policies, with an emphasis on efficient implementation of new initiatives. Ability to run the day-to-day financial operations of a large and diverse organization in which funds are allocated through highly complex formula distributions and cost allocations. Knowledge of governmental accounting and fiscal management, financial projection and estimation methodologies, and business process analysis and re-engineering methodologies. Experience preparing complex documents, such as legislative appropriations requests, annual financial reports, and internal operating budgets. Extensive familiarity with Texas state budgets and appropriations processes, state and federal funding sources, and related regulations strongly preferred. Current accreditation as a Certified Public Account preferred.  

Managing Director of New School Development - Charter 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 of New School Development - Charter 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.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that all of our students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 58% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 45,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Tarrant County (Fort Worth/Arlington), New Orleans, Houston (2020), Permian Basin (2021), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . Role Mission: The SBAA (School Based Activity Accounting) clerk plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, disbursements, compliance, customer service, and appropriate training of staff members related to the funds related to SBAA accounts. The mission of the SBAA Clerk is to secure revenue verifying and posting receipts for SBAA accounts and providing customer service to Business Clerks surround cash receipt documentation, My School Bucks (MSB) and Tyler Munis reporting . Accountabilities 1. Coordinate and execute with R io Grande Valley SBAA Accountant to complete the month end close process for assigned accounts by the dates outlined in the Month End Close Processing Checklist . Post Due To/Due From for inter-company billings for Schools in IDEA Public Schools and School Campus and Student Based Activity Accounts by the 6th business day. Review, approve and/or deny all cash receipts entered by schools within 48 hours after being entered in Tyler. Review, approve and/or deny all disbursements entered by Central Texas schools within 24 hours after being entered in Tyler. 2. 100% of cash receipts are processed through Heartland My School Bucks for all Central Texas Schools for the 2017-2018 fiscal year. Become completely familiarized with MSBA system (District setup, configuration, payments, user obligations, campus management, store setups, reports, etc.) Setup and Manage users in Heartland My School Bucks Provide guidance and training regarding policies & procedures for Heartland cash receipts. 3. 100% of campus staff collecting payments on the campus are certified to handle cash . Provide guidance and training regarding potential MSB users and assist with the Cash Management Certification Program . Provide MSB system access to staff that has received their cash certification . 4. Provide 90% satisfactory rating to Business Clerks with all questions regarding SBAA . Provide Business Clerks with a customer service survey biannually to rate customer service . Assist campuses with no Business Clerk by stepping in and conducting SBAA related activities at the campus level . Visit each campus quarterly to follow up on any potential issues and provide feedback on current process . Provide on site training to new Business Clerks within a week of their first day on the job . 5. Live values of IDEA Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Is driven by outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly . Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes Embodies IDEA's core values Competencies : Clear and effective communication Able to cultivate and build relationships with team members Computer and financial aptitude, data accuracy Qualifications: Education: Associates degree in accounting or finance-related fieldpreferred Experience: 1-3 years ofaccounting orrelated exp eriencepreferred Knowledge and Skills: Non-profit accounting and auditing principles established by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) for Not-for-Profit Organizations The Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability System Resource Guide to financial accounting and reporting for nonprofit charter schools Computerized accounting systems Able to Analyze and interpret financial data Evaluate accounting problems, develop data, and recommend improvement procedures Use personal computer and software to develop complex accounting reports, spreadsheets, and databases Compensation: Salaries for this role typically fall between $14.56/ hr and $18.20/ hr , commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications. IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools About San Antonio San Antonio is the nation's 7 th largest city and boasts the highest rate of population growth across the U.S. As the San Antonio region continues to grow rapidly, IDEA is committed to increasing our community presence to provide the best experience for all families and children. In May 2019, we are excited to welcome our first graduating seniors out of the 11,800 students we serve across 22 schools in the San Antonio region. We believe through the hard work of our passionate IDEA Team & Family, college acceptance and matriculation can be realized. Currently, 1 in 6 San Antonio students graduate college-ready. Changing this statistic for the better is part of the promise IDEA makes to current and incoming students. Join our IDEA San Antonio family as we are poised to serve 29,000 students at 37 local schools by 2022. Role Mission: The Vice President of Schools is a senior member of the regional leadership cabinet, directly managing a portfolio of schools, principals, and initiatives that impact the education of future graduates. The Vice President of Schools is responsible for the superior performance of schools in the regional portfolio. S/he is a skilled manager and team leader with exemplary instructional and coaching acumen. Our Vice Presidents of Schools are the senior instructional leaders in the region - supporting the technical skill building, continuous improvement, and impressive results of schools academically, culturally, and in human capital practices. S/he is driven by goals and uses data in making decisions, providing in-depth monitoring of regional performance metrics and producing compelling plans to motivate and inspire others to act and share investment in achieving operating outcomes. S/he can both build and execute strategy, motivate others to make change, and invest and build relationships with other business partners to support the ambitious academic outcomes of our schools. S/he has a keen attention to detail and can also see the big picture. Our Vice President of Schools focus on building management capacity and ensure that all of our regional leaders are well equipped and on track to meet goals, additionally they are able to plan to reallocate resources as appropriate to meet the needs of the region. Accountabilities: 1. 100% of IDEA seniors are accepted and matriculate to college in the fall after their senior year Develop and maintain a culture in which all students are expected to go to and graduate from college Communicate these expectations to all students, families, and other key stakeholders regularly and ensure targeted follow-up with all seniors until they officially matriculate Ensure that 50% of IDEA seniors are accepted to Tier I/II colleges or universities 2. 25% of IDEA alumni graduate from college in 4 years; 55% of IDEA alumni graduate from college in 6 years Develop and support a culture in which all students are expected to go to and graduate from college Engage IDEA alumni throughout their college career, but particularly in their first two years in college to ensure they remain enrolled Persist fall to spring Remain enrolled in college 3. School s receive 100% of distinctions from TEA based on end of year academic results 100% of schools implement high quality curriculum leading to academic gains, including but not limited to: Direct Instruction, Hybrid Learning, AP for All, Critical Student Intervention. School Improvement 100% of schools improve on 100% of unmet performance goals. 100% of schools continue to meet/exceed met performance goals. 4. School s meet all Academic Goals, which are: Student Achievement 90% at Level II/30% at Level III on STAAR/EOC exams. Junior Class ACT Average Score of 21 90% of Pre-K-2nd students are on/above grade-level in reading, language, and math DI (all campuses). 85% of 1st-2nd students are on/above grade-level in reading, language, and math DI (Year 2+ campuses) 70% of 1st-2nd students are on/above grade-level in reading, language, and math DI (Year 1+ campuses) Student Growth 100% of schools will achieve Index 2 scores of 60 for Academies and 50 for College Preps for STAAR/EOC. 50% of all students in CSI grow two or more years in Reading and Math. 5. School attain 97.5% Average Daily Attendance. Vocalize significance of attendance compliance procedures and ensure/monitor they are followed at every campus 90% of students persist within the IDEA system year-to-year, no appeals 100% of campuses meet enrollment target by close of business Friday of first week of school. Manage healthy adult and student school culture, resulting in positive organizational health results, employee retention, student persistence, and family feedback (assessed informally). Develop school administrators into transformational individuals who can lead their campuses 6. Hire and keep 100% of top talent Retain 85% of all Principals and 95% of high-performing Principals. 100% of school mee ts instructional staff retention goal of 85% 100% of school mee ts teacher retention goal of 85% 100% of school meet s staff hiring goals and timelines Ensure high-quality talent review process at least twice per year for teachers and for leaders 83% / 43% Agree/Strongly Agree Organizational Health Results for schools Developing Talent 100% of school measur es te acher development, aligned to the GET rubric, and show s growth for 100% of teachers. 7. Organization Improvement: Organizational Guidance Represent s chool when approving, guiding, providing feedback, or collaborating with HQ partners around district initiatives, policies, and systems. Successfully leverage key relationships in 100% of functional areas, to ask for feedback and provide guidance for both campuses and HQ partners. Accurately differentiate initiatives for 100% of schools, fostering innovation through earned autonomy and leader collaboration. Results-focused Coordination With ED, coordinate with, develop and provide feedback to ensure 100% of goals are met for the following campus partners: HA Partners: Regional Directors of Instructional Coaching, Directors of Leader Development, Talent Partners and leader hiring managers Program Partners: both internal (e.g. curriculum team, curriculum managers, Individualized Learning Managers) and external (e.g. NIFDI, NMSI) Operations Partners: Regional Directors of Operations College Success and Alumni Success Team Partners 8. L ives and embodies the values of IDEA Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Is driven by meaningful outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Prioritizes quality learning for both students and adults Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization, and actively self-reflects on gaps. Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes Supervisory Responsibilities: Manage and develop , often in coordination with partner principal on campus for Assistant Principal of Operations, SIS Coordinator, Academic Counselor Analyze student achievement data to identify trends and strategize approaches to improve instruction Facilitate exceptional student achievement through supporting campus-based instructional coaching Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree required; Master's preferred Experience: 3 + years of teaching experience; 3 + years of school leadership experience Proven track record of achieving success and of leading others Compensation: Salary for this role typically falls between $ 115,500 and $ 143 ,800, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on individual and organizational performance and goal attainment. IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools About IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that all our students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 50% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 53,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Houston (2020), Permian Basin (2020), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . Role Mission: The Staff Accountant for IPS Enterprises, LLC's mission is to provide accurate and timely month-end reconciliations to the Director of Finance of IPS Enterprises, LLC as well as to ensure compliance with any federal and state financial reporting and compliance guidelines. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for completing the daily financial and business operations within IPS Enterprises, LLC. Accountabilities Ensure no reportable instances of material noncompliance in Financial Reporting and Compliance during Annual Financial Audit. Keep current on new and upcoming standards related to Financial Reporting and Compliance. Attend continued professional education trainings related to Financial Reporting and Compliance. Complete month-end close reconciliations by the 13 th business day. Prepare and post journal entries associated with month-end close Properly record cash receipts and bank fees within 2 business days of posting to the Bank Review of operating expenses to ensure no prepaid expenses are being expensed to operating expense accounts by the 3 rd business day Accrue contracted services revenue on white fleets, buildings, and school buses for all entities in IPS Enterprises, LLC by the 6 th business day Record management fee according to Management Services Agreement by the 6 th business day Record and run depreciation in Fixed Asset Module by the 8 th business day Complete Construction in Progress accruals, capitalize any projects if needed by the 9 th business day Record and complete Equity roll forward by the 10 th business day Review IDEA Texas and IPS Due To/From reports upon Accounts Payable closing and properly record expenses for salaries and operating expenses on Due To/From invoices for all entities associated with IPS Enterprises by the 13 th business day Support new regions by properly recording expenses in QuickBooks. Reconcile and review expenses in IPS for Year -2 and Year -1 regions outside the State of Texas and without a Munis database by the 13 th business day Record journal entries in Quick Books by the 14 th business day We look for Team and Family who embody the following values and characteristics: Believes and is committed to our mission and being an agent of change: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes We believe in education as a profession and hold ourselves to high level of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for our colleagues and students. Qualifications: Education: (Required) Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance-related field Education: (Preferred) Master's degree in Accountancy or Business Administration Experience: (Required) 1-2 years accounting experience Experience: (Preferred) 3-4 years accounting experience at a high level of responsibility Knowledge and Skills: Non-profit accounting and auditing principles established by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) for Not-for-Profit Organizations Computerized accounting systems IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that all of our students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 58% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 45,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Tarrant County (Fort Worth/Arlington), New Orleans, Houston (2020), Permian Basin (202 0 ), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . Role Mission: The mission of the internal audit function is to provide an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve IDEA Public Schools' operations. Internal Audit aims to help IDEA Public Schools accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. The Internal Audit Manager will manage all Internal Auditors and is responsible for developing and executing on the internal audit plan as approved by the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors. Accountabilities 1. Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations' effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations: Present the suggested Internal Audit Plan to the Budget and Finance Committee for feedback and approval prior to the start of the fiscal year; Obtain, analyze and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc.; Conduct follow up audits to monitor management's interventions; and Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector's rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards Anticipating emerging issues through research and interviews and deciding how best to deal with them; Assessing how well the District is complying with rules and regulations and informing management whether any issues need addressing; Researching and assessing how well risk management processes are working and recording the results 2. Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans for each project: Outline audit objectives; Define audit areas; Outline procedures to be executed during the audit process; Adhere to Internal Audit timeline approved by the Board; Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement; Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings; and Document process and prepare audit findings memorandum 3. Maintain open communication with management and audit committee. Engagement letters, communicating objectives and document requests, are to be sent at least 2 weeks prior to commencement of project; Attending meetings with auditees to develop an understanding of business processes; Travelling to different sites to meet relevant staff and obtain documents and information; Informally communicate findings/issues as they are identified to the auditee; Formally communicate findings/issues by preparing and presenting reports that reflect audit results. Communicate to auditees the need for management responses and deadlines to finalize reports; and Present final audit report, with management responses, to Budget and Finance Committee. 4. Lead completion of Interim and Year-End Audits: Communicate all audit requests to appropriate staff; Review all audit documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to turning it in to the external auditors. Complete year end audited financial statements with accompanied footnotes. 5. We look for Team and Family who embody the following values and characteristics: Believes and is committed to our mission and being an agent of change: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes We believe in education as a profession and hold ourselves to high level of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for our colleagues and students. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position will manage one or more staff auditors. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, management, finance, or business Experience: 5 years auditing experience; preferably non-profit or educational setting Licenses or Certifications: CPA or CFE preferred Knowledge and Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Ability to plan and conduct financial and management audits Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principals Knowledge of federal grant audits Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Ability to use personal computer to produce required reports IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools About IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring thatall ofour students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free PreK-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 50% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 53,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Houston (2020), Permian Basin (2020), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . Role Mission: The Director of School Launch is a strategic thinker responsible for the cumulative efforts across IDEA Public Schools to open schools each year on the path to 100K students by 2022. In order to ensure that all campuses, both existing and newly launching, meet the goal around Beginning of Year Readiness, this role manages the cross-functional org-wide project planning, development, and execution, while providing thought partnership on developing new systems and mechanism to increase effectiveness and efficiency. The Director of School Launch is also responsible for assisting in the creation and delivery of training materials and tools to our Rhodes Fellows, participants in a year-long program focused on preparing leaders to launch new schools and new regions. As the Rhodes Fellowship expands in both size and scope to meet the complexities of multi-state expansion and the task of training and supporting more school leaders, the Director of School Launch must be flexible enough to train potentially overlapping cohorts of individuals. Finally, the Director of School Launch is responsible for the procurement, delivery, and inventory management of critical materials goods at the school level including textbooks and academic materials, furniture, and manage relationships with our uniform providers. Accountabilities 1. Ensure that 100% of campuses are ready 2 weeks prior to the First Day of School New schools are fully enrolled by the First Week of School Schools are fully staffed from an operational perspective by Summer Ops Institute All new campuses have developed, practiced, and communicated the Core Operational Processes Manage through influence Regional Directors of Operation and Assistant Principals of Operations to drive towards campus readiness 2. 100% of founding Assistant Principals of Operations utilize the Launching Playbook successfully launch a new campus Develop a training program targeted at HQ functional managers to effectively project plan, identify dependencies, schedule, and allocate resources that roll into a prescriptive Launching APO Playbook. Interview new and existing APOs to codify the essential knowledge, skills, exemplar materials to include in the Launching APO Playbook. Identify new solutions for an interactive warehouse of materials to supplement the Launching APO Playbook and help visually reinforce essential processes such as huddle, check-ins, coaching conversations, etc. 3. 100% of mission critical materials are ordered, deployed, and managed efficiently throughout all regions. 100% of textbooks and AR zone materials are ready for distribution by the BOY Deadline 100% of classrooms are full furnished to IDEA classroom standards 100% of uniform providers are fully stocked by the BOY deadline; providers are identified in new regions 6 months prior to the opening of school; evaluate local providers Identify opportunities to more effectively manage campus-based inventory to prevent under/over utilization of space and equipment. 4. Earn an average score 3.6 on BOY family and staff surveys for launching campuses Develop and deploy BOY surveys within the first week of school starting to families and staff Conduct year-over-year analysis to determine areas of excellence and growth Guide regional and campus leaders through structured analysis to address challenges in real tim e. 5. Achieve a 5% Reduction in Total Cost of Ownership in materials for launching campuses Examine and understand the material requirements of launching campuses as well as the most frequently purchased items Identify opportunities with vendors and manufacturers to drive increased cost efficiencies. Negotiate directly or through purchasing coops to impact pricing at the item level and/or through delivery and installation 6 . We look for Team and Family who embody the following values and characteristics: Believes and is committed to our mission and being an agent of change: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization . Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes . We believe in education as a profession and hold ourselves to high level of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for our colleagues and students. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree Required, Master's Preferred Experience: 5-7 years' ex perience in education or 10+ in nonprofit with experience leading teams Knowledge and Skills: Project Management and Implementation Budget Forecasting and Cost Analysis Developing and Delivering Professional Development Knowledge of School Operations, Charter Sector+ Parent and Community Engagement, Student Recruitment, Management Experience Travel expectation 40% with high point falling in summer months Compensation: Salaries for this role typically fall between $65,426 and $83,419 commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on individual and organizational performance and goal attainment. IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools Role Mission: IDEA's Managing Director of Human Resources is the organizational expertchargedwith leading human resources, employee/parentrelations and legal/regulatory compliance at the national and regional levels, ensuring achievement of key human capital objectives: staff retention and strong organizational health. The Managing Director willbuild and develop a team of HR staff to provide regional supportin these areas. Accountabilities Serve as the in-house expert on all matters related to human resources, employee relations, and compliance Directly or indirectly manage s all regional HR staff; set s vision for role, develop s regional staff to fulfill vision while meeting regional needs Observe s in the field and coach es regional HR staff Develop s HR staff in alignment with IDEA and Human Assets vision 85% teacher and 85% employee retention Work s across the Human Assets and HR team s and in partnership with other HQ teams to develop and execute strategies to drive progress in retention Continuous ly review s staff retention and turnover data; support s develop/implement/monitor action plans around findings to increase retention of A players Partner s with Human Assets leaders to align human capital strategies (succession planning, talent reviews, staff engagement) Promote a "grow and develop" mindset within IDEA leaders and support them to be able to: make good employment decisions, develop and support capable staff, provide managerial leadership, mentoring and direction, conduct crucial conversations, and identify and implement improvement strategies for specific skills and mindsets 100% Regulatory Compliance - Implement organizational compliance management program to streamline compliance, risk management and governance practices across the organization Develop s vision and strategy and identifies metrics for compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations dealing with personnel, student business and operational is sues , including educator credentials and certifications, background and criminal history management, staff and student grievances, open records request andimmigration case management Systematize s organizational compliance responsibilities and assure s reviews are completed on a timely basis and corrective action is resolved in coordination with management as necessary (BOD governance, Charter expansion, amendment processes, employment requirements, certifications, federal/state regulations, financial and grant requirements) Strategizes with risk management and internal audit to ensure risk areas are properly identified and control s are in place to mitigate risk Ensure s all grievances (levels I, II and II) for the organization achieve either a resolution or recommendation based on the hearing findings Position s IDEA in good standing with all authorizers, legal agencies and stakeholders (TEA, DOL, USDOE, External Auditors, Charter Authorizers, SBEC, TRS) Provides guidance and , when appropriate , manages process for court and legal matters Overseesmonthly and annual audits (I-9, fingerprints, criminal background checks, external audits, etc.) Collaborate s and train s recruiters , selectors,hiring managersand new hiresteam to understand, identify, and troubleshoot licensing/certification requirements based on applicable role IDEA staff are developed professionally to avoid inappropriate behavior that causes unhealthy workplaces and may result in disciplinary action, such that 100% of staff complete all required HR Trainings- with 90% completing by deadline Develop s a strategy and content for HR training including (exiting low performers, effective investigations, sexual harassment, expulsion process etc.) Lead s professional development to build manager knowledge and skills Provide s leadership on HR training initiatives and partner closely with leaders to develop consistent strategies and tactics to support when managing change 80%-win rate of unemployment claims filed Ensure s all unemployment claims are responded to by the deadline Develop s HR trainings to support managers in proper documentation and disciplinary actions to support the unemployment claim process Oversees c oach ing and develop ing of leaders on how to effectively use progressive discipline to correct behaviors and reset expectations by providing feedback on performance improvement plans Resolve 90% of staff and parent relations concerns and investigations within five (5) business days in accordance to standard operating procedures; formal complaints resolved within 30 business days Coaches and develops the HR team to ensure there is a strategy and plan to meet the following level of customer service: Answer and resolve calls from IDEA Hotlinewithin 24 hours Monitor HR Call Support Center (Zendesk) and ensure tickets are acknowledged within 12-hours and resolved within 48-hours when applicable Ensure escalation protocol for staff relations cases are followed accordingly Review and provide feedback on investigative documentation, ensuring every investigation has a complete investigative file on record Review pastconcerns and issuesrelated to investigation areafor problem solving; work with regional leadership to develop consistent practices around performance and accountability Build relationships of trust and collaboration withleaders and staff, so that 100% report being satisfied or highly satisfied with the partnership Initiate s regular communicationand presence with IDEA leaders ;seek s and give s honest two-way feedback Embrace s the challenge of navigating complex business partnerships (sometimes encountering resistance), and seize s this challenge as an opportunity to influence transformation at any and all levels of the organization Help s clients and other partners understand the connection between sometimes seemingly dichotomous priorities ( national/regional, individual/collective, short term/long term, etc . ) Live values of IDEA Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through colleg e Is driven by outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes Embodies IDEA's core values Supervisory Responsibilities : Directly or indirectly manage R egional HR Directors; indirect management with regional Executive Director directly manages Competencies : Attention to detail Excellent customer service skills, both written and oral, and maintain confidentiality in all matters. Must be strong team players and people developers Ability to act as a managerial advisor on professional and technical issues with a view toward reaching strategic decisions Qualifications: Education: Bachelor ' s degree required ; Master 's d egree in relevant field p referred Experience: At least five years of experience in Human Capital and HR field Experience in managing and implementing multiple projects Strong business partnership experience Licenses o r Certifications : PHR or equivalent certification required, SPHR preferred Knowledge and Skills: Advanced knowledge of basic principles and practices of human resources management Strong understanding of management principles and personnel supervision Knowledge of school employment law, personnel law, and hearing procedures Ability to analyze and interpret data and statistics Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Must be a credible activist who is trusted, respected, listened to, has a point of view and can take a position Ability to operate under immense pressure Possess a highly developed sense of customer service and interpersonal skills including high integrity, respect for all individuals (customers, vendors, and employees), solid communication skills, strong critical and analytical thinking skills, and appreciation of diversity (thought, ethnic, gender, etc.) Other: Ability and desire to travel up to 50% Ability to work extended wor kdays to support business needs *ca IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Aldine ISD is focused on ensuring that every child starts elementary school with the essential academic, social, and emotional skills he or she needs to thrive in school and beyond. The Early Learning Executive Director will help make this vision a reality by executing the district’s strategic priorities of increasing access to quality early childhood education opportunities in the district. The Early Learning Executive Director will work with the Chief of Schools to develop and execute an early learning vision for Aldine ISD. The Early Learning Executive Director will be tasked with the overall strategy, goal-setting, and execution of aligning early childhood initiatives with larger district goals and initiatives. This person will lead the consistent communication of executive level decisions and how they will influence the early childhood infrastructure of the district. Responsibilities of this position will also include program development and evaluation, partner management, and community outreach and collaboration. About Aldine ISD Aldine Independent School District is located 17 miles north of downtown Houston, Texas. It encompasses more than 111 square miles of land in both urban and rural environments. The district’s student population exceeds 65,000. In addition, our student population is ethnically rich, and our staff demographics are as diverse as our students. The needs of our students are also diverse. Around 85% of our students are classified as economically disadvantaged. The district employs more than 10,000 people in a variety of roles.  Education/Certification: Master’s degree in educational administration or a field appropriate to assignment from an accredited college or university; Valid Texas Mid-Management, Principal, or Superintendent Certification or out of state equivalent certification and the ability to obtain Texas Certification required Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check.  Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to demonstrate strong internal and external support for Aldine ISD Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences  Excellent knowledge and understanding of all facets of public school operations, particularly the area of early childhood education Highly effective organizational and consensus building skills  Knowledge and understanding of school district policies and procedures  Ability to adapt department to a changing work environment and to continuously improve operations Knowledge and understanding of the change process, organizational development, conflict resolution and facilitation skills Experience: Minimum three years successful teaching experience, preferably experience with early childhood or primary grades Minimum five years of experience at the district leadership level as principal or district-level administrative leader   Experience in design and execution of high-quality early learning environments  Instructional and Program Management Design and implement a program to improve outcomes for young children Supports campus principals by ensuring the District provides the necessary tools, support systems, and institutional capabilities to improve student performance; including kindergarten readiness Identify, coordinate, and ensure primary schools are provided with specialized training supports to staff of early learners utilizing the latest research on successful classroom techniques for improving cognitive development and social-emotional health of children in primary schools Serves at the liaison between the primary schools and departments within the District Work collaboratively with District leaders on a data-driven infrastructure plan to improve student access an Aldine ISD Pre-K program Work collaboratively with school leadership, assistant superintendents, and the Teaching and Learning Department to improve the quality of the early childhood program Establish a collaborative relationship with all departments and external providers to ensure support of early childhood academic, fiscal, training, and facility needs Protect and enhance the health and safety of all students enrolled in primary schools Provide leaders updated information and research pertinent to the operation of primary schools Provide input in the process of district budget planning  Assist in the development of district-wide goals, objectives, and procedures Exercise proactive leadership on promoting the vision and mission of the District Policy, Reports, Law Ensure early childhood programs comply with TEA, state, federal and School Board policies and law, regulations and requirements Direct the development and maintenance of early childhood records and reports as are necessary to keep the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Trustees, and other district leaders informed of the district’s progress and future plans Maintain campus progress update reports Monitor enrollment in pre-kindergarten programs Professional Growth and Development Improve leadership skills through self-initiated professional development activities on a continuous basis Represent Aldine ISD on department-specific matters at the national, state, regional, and local levels Other Coordinates special projects as assigned Performs other duties as assigned Supervision of assigned staff  The Executive Director of Early Learning’s evaluation is a responsibility resting with the Chief of Schools. An evaluation shall be completed in writing at least once during the course of each school year. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals. Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, /pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.  It is the policy of Aldine ISD not to discriminate or engage in harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status in its educational and vocational programs, services or activities or matters related to employment as required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Age Discrimination in Employment Act; Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

City Year was founded in 1988, with the idea to unite young people, ages 17-24, from diverse ethnic, educational, and socio-economic backgrounds to engage in a year of full-time service in under-resourced schools. City Year Dallas (CYD) was established in 2014, with a start up corps of 50 strong. Today, 80 AmeriCorps members are deployed in 10 Dallas Independent School District (DISD) public schools serving as tutors and mentors and implementing CYC’s Whole School, Whole Child program in some of the City's most under-resourced schools. This research-based program focuses on the early warning indicators which can predict a students’ likelihood to graduate high school. For the 2019-20 school year, CYD AmeriCorps members will provide targeted interventions to over 6,600 DISD students across its ABC intervention areas of Attendance, Behavior, and Course performance in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math. POSITION OVERVIEW City Year is seeking an innovative, entrepreneurial, and people-focused leader to serve as the Executive Director (ED) at City Year Dallas. This position is an outstanding opportunity to play an integral role in advocating for and advancing public education in Dallas. This seasoned executive is responsible for ensuring the Dallas site meets its impact, revenue, district partnership, and external relations goals. City Year Dallas stands to further its position in the Dallas community, and key to the site’s success is a leader and collaborator who is a natural coalition-builder, people developer, and influencer who leads with both tenacity and humility. Reporting to the Regional Vice President of the Midwest Region, this dynamic, visionary change agent leads 15 staff members and 80 AmeriCorps members serving in 10 partner schools. Additionally, the Executive Director works closely with City Year Dallas’s local advisory board, comprised of leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors of Dallas. The Executive Director is accountable for a current annual revenue budget of approximately $3.5M (current make up is 52% public sector including school district and AmeriCorps and 48% private sector) while simultaneously securing the resources necessary to ensure the sustainability, growth, and scale to achieve City Year’s national Long-Term Impact goals. Serving as the primary champion of City Year’s impact locally, the Executive Director leads efforts to keep students in school and on track, while also ensuring the sustainability and continuity of the site. The Executive Director represents the organization within the Dallas community by mobilizing powerful coalitions to catalyze greater educational opportunity for underserved students. These constituencies include advisory board members; district leadership and school partners; OneStar; alumni; and private sector investors. Additionally, the Executive Director is a Vice President for City Year Inc.’s national organization and therefore strengthens the connection between City Year’s national initiatives and the local work in Dallas. Through this role as Vice President, the Executive Director also participates within the City Year global network to advance the mission by managing working relationships with staff at City Year’s national office and helping to lead and set organizational strategy through network-wide project teams. Responsibilities The Executive Director is responsible for leading and managing site staff and AmeriCorps members to ensure operational success and growth by generating resources and building support from the public and private sectors. This executive serves as a vital link between the local Dallas market, the City Year Central Region, and the City Year national office. Site supervision includes the functional areas of student impact and school partnerships, revenue generation, expense management, management and retention of AmeriCorps members and staff, and site board development and relations. Our Executive Directors embody our core values and must have the firm belief that education has the power to help all students reach their full potential and a passion for increasing our nation’s graduation rates. To successfully execute the job’s core responsibilities, a successful Executive Director must demonstrate the following behaviors: Build and forge partnerships and coalitions with diverse stakeholders to advance the cause of educational equity Mobilize internal and external stakeholders towards a bold vision of how they can impact the lives of young people Build and empower teams to fully own their functions while driving accountability and take personal responsibility for their success Build community and foster a caring and supportive environment with sense of connection and belonging Demonstrate curiosity and humility as a life-long learner who seeks out diverse perspectives and opportunities for self-improvement Possess a deep sense of personal accountability to ensure the success of both City Year Dallas locally and City Year, Inc. nationally Connect with and inspire diverse teams of AmeriCorps Members between the ages of 18 and 25 Through these lenses, the Executive Director will focus on the following primary areas of responsibility: People and Culture : Lead, coach, and develop 15 full-time staff members, increase staff engagement (29% or greater) and retention of staff year over year (staff turnover 29% or less). Establish a dynamic culture that embodies our core values of inclusivity and teamwork. Further develop site human resources structures to ensure equitable hiring and promotion practices. AmeriCorps Member Experience : Ensure the site delivers a transformational experience for all City Year AmeriCorps members, where at least 93 percent of AmeriCorps members persist from confirmation to completion of service and 80% of AmeriCorps members report feeling prepared and confident in their service delivery. Student Impact : In partnership with senior site staff and regional support staff, the ED will ensure high quality and commitment to the nationally developed service delivery model implemented by City Year AmeriCorps members in partner elementary, middle, and high schools.  Private Sector Fundraising, Cultivation, and Stewardship : Serve as chief fundraiser and lead site staff and local advisory board to motivate key influencers to raise the funds necessary to meet annual and long-term revenue goals by leveraging national revenue and stewardship strategies. Develop a plan to increase private sector revenue in order to keep pace with public sector revenue (goal is 50/50.)  Identify, cultivate, solicit, and manage strategic relationships with corporations, foundations, family foundations and individuals in order to build a sustainable private revenue mix that results in annual revenue of at least $1.7M (current year goal.) School/District Investments: Sustain transformational partnerships with existing district and school leadership and cultivate new transformational partnerships with leaders of future school partners. Negotiate contracts that result in sustained annual revenue of at least $10k per ACM or $800k total. Financial Management: Ensure City Year Dallas raises three percent more than it spends annually by managing fiscally-sound budget, forecasting, expense management, and cash flow for a current site expense budget of $3.42M. Board Member Engagement : Recruit, develop, and manage a diverse, dynamic and deeply engaged local advisory board to build and execute a multi-year site strategic plan focused on local fundraising efforts, community engagement and brand awareness while also contributing to the success of the national organization. Ensure cultivation and engagement of future board leadership. Government Relations and Public Policy : Engage local and national elected officials – Governor, Mayor, City Council, local and state school board representatives, Texas State Legislature, and members of U.S. Congress - to support funding and policies for City Year and the national service movement. Maintain effective and collaborative relationship with AmeriCorps state commission OneStar; oversee the preparation of effective AmeriCorps grant applications and progress reports and meet performance and compliance requirements associated therein. AmeriCorps Member Recruitment : Collaborate with City Year’s national recruitment and admissions team to ensure site recruits, selects, and admits AmeriCorps members within the regional framework, meeting quality, quantity, and inclusivity goals. Partner with site staff to ensure a strong cohort returns annually for a second year of service, with at least 30% of first year members applying for a second year of service. Alumni Engagement: Ensure the engagement of local alumni board to leverage alumni to support AmeriCorps members in service and continue their lifetime of service. Marketing and Communications :  Lead the site in increasing visibility and brand awareness of City Year’s work in local and national media, social media and marketing channels by developing and leveraging local relationships. In Dallas, the top priorities include: Ensuring financial solvency of City Year Dallas by growing the current community of champions and financial investors to meet existing revenue goals and ensure future expansion into DISD Leading local site board and recruiting diverse talent to the board to support future financial sustainability and growth while increasing brand awareness and recognition of City Year in the local community. Further advance the site’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusivity and belonging by investing in people, culture, community, and partnerships while prioritizing inclusive and equitable systems, processes, and practices. Deepening public sector relationships with emphasis on the City of Dallas and the DISD Board of Trustees and establish relationships with key members of the administration, city council and school board. Qualifications Strong ability and experience in the behaviors listed above Strong competency in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging work; emotional intelligence Demonstrated success managing effective and engaged teams, including managing through multiple layers of leadership Proven skills in influencing and motivating stakeholders; track record in fundraising from corporations, foundations and major gifts and/or sales Ability to connect programs to funding, creatively generating other resources, and building collaborative and strategic partnerships Strong communication, listening, and public speaking skills needed to powerfully represent City Year’s mission and vision Ability to attend evening and weekend events; ability to travel to in-person meetings in various cities quarterly Significant local non-profit, volunteer, or multi-sector experience preferred An established cross-sector, local network a plus Knowledge of Dallas and Dallas educational landscape preferred Content knowledge of K-12 education, youth development, and/or community or national service a strong plus To Apply Deadline to apply is Friday, December 13th; applications accepted on a rolling basis after this date.  Please submit your cover letter and resume via the online application.  Contact: Nichole Yates, Director, Talent Acquisition: [email protected] Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools About Permian Basin Permian Basin is a large region encompassing the majority of West Texas. When you think of the Permian Basin, think oil country, Friday Night Lights, sunny days and gorgeous sunsets. The two major cities that IDEA Public Schools will serve are Midland and Odessa, located about 15 miles from each other and situated almost exactly halfway between El Paso and Fort Worth. Though only 17% of residents have a college degree, the community is eager to innovate, partner and transform the education system for the next generation of scholars. IDEA Public Schools is proud to launch in Permian Basin as a high-quality education opportunity for families, with a commitment to serve over 10,000 students at scale by launching 14 schools across Midland and Odessa. Role Mission: The Vice President of Schools is a senior member of the regional leadership cabinet, directly managing a portfolio of schools, principals, and initiatives that impact the education of future graduates. The Vice President of Schools is responsible for the superior performance of schools in the regional portfolio. S/he is a skilled manager and team leader with exemplary instructional and coaching acumen. Our Vice Presidents of Schools are the senior instructional leaders in the region - supporting the technical skill building, continuous improvement, and impressive results of schools academically, culturally, and in human capital practices. S/he is driven by goals and uses data in making decisions, providing in-depth monitoring of regional performance metrics and producing compelling plans to motivate and inspire others to act and share investment in achieving operating outcomes. S/he can both build and execute strategy, motivate others to make change, and invest and build relationships with other business partners to support the ambitious academic outcomes of our schools. S/he has a keen attention to detail and can also see the big picture. Our Vice President of Schools focus on building management capacity and ensure that all of our regional leaders are well equipped and on track to meet goals, additionally they are able to plan to reallocate resources as appropriate to meet the needs of the region. The role of the Vice President of Schools changes in breadth, scope, and complexity as a region matures. As a region develops - both in number of schools, students, grade levels, staff members - the responsibilities, tasks, and challenges of the Vice President of Schools will evolve and change. New Region (Year 0 - Year 3) Supports the Executive Director in establishing and setting a vision for regional and organizational culture Partner with Academic Services Team (Curriculum, Special Programs, Assessments) to ensure that systems, processes, and procedures for services are established and Human Assets Team (Recruitment and Staffing, Professional Development) to plan and launch professional development for all instructional staff prior to first day of school Support regional goals, as assigned, including recruitment and enrollment For new regions, spend up to 60% of time in IDEA's current regions building partnerships, observing IDEA's curriculum and leadership models 100% of schools meet their academic performance goals Region earns an A rating; all schools earn an A or B rating Manage healthy adult and student school culture, resulting in positive organizational healthy results, employee retention, student persistence, and family feedback Ensure school improvement so th at 100% of schools improve on 100% of unmet performance goals and 100% of schools continue to meet/exceed met performance goals Ensure that students meet and exceed district average on all tested subjects in all tested grades 90% of 1st-2nd students are on/above grade-level in reading, language, and math (Year 2+ campuses) 80% of 1st-2nd students are on/above grade-level in reading, language, and math (Year 1+ campuses) 50% | 60% of all students in critical student intervention grow two or more years in reading and math Established Region (Year 3+) All responsibilities as mentioned above Create an expectation of college through academics, student and adult culture, and results so that 100% of IDEA seniors are accepted and matriculate to college in the fall after their senior year; 25% of seniors are accepted to Tier 1/II colleges or universities 100% of campuses receive 100% of distinctions from TEA (Texas Education Agency) based on end of year academic results (Texas) 100% of schools meet all academic goals pertaining to state testing, college admissions testing, elementary programming, Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate student achievement Coach school leaders into transformational administrators who can ensure schools have culture of joy present so that 100% of schools attain 97.5% Average Daily Attendance and meet yearly student persistence goals as a region Ensure strong staff retention in the region by engaging in and modeling in strong people management practices, staff development strategies, and partnerships with other teams Lives and embodies the values of IDEA Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Is driven by meaningful outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Prioritizes quality learning for both students and adults Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization, and actively self-reflects on gaps. Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree required; Master's preferred Experience: 3+ years of teaching experience; 3+ years of school leadership experience Proven track record of achieving success and of leading others Compensation: Salary for this role typically falls between $121,000 and $150,717, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on individual and organizational performance and goal attainment. Also, if you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, fill out this form and you could earn a $200 bonus if they are hired in the Permian Basin. IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools IDEA Public Schools : At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that each and every one of our students graduates from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 58% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2001 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. Under their continued leadership, today, we serve tens of thousands of students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students in communities across the country. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you in the coming months-our upcoming schools will be in Tarrant County (Fort Worth/Arlington), New Orleans, Houston (2020), Permian Basin (2021), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you aren't just an employee. You are a part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn a bit more about IDEA, check out this video . Role Mission : The Technology Operations Procurement Analyst is part of the Information Systems Team and is responsible for overseeing the financial well being for the department. The Procurement Analyst will be responsible for managing the procurement projects across several areas within Information Systems that include purchasing, contracting, sourcing and commodity management. Be able to generate project information for annual operating management as well as forecasting and creating cost analysis to formulate negotiation plans. Develop plans and reports to provide recommendations on all procurement related issues, provide trainings and develop business improvement initiatives. Understand the organizational objectives that allows to generate project information, action items to address long term strategic initiatives. Accountabilities: 1. Achieve financial excellence of 100% on Information Systems Budget Management & Analysis Computer Bulk Order (CBO) Lease program Budget Management on Budget & Forecast Analysis (Annual & 3 Yrs.) Mobile Service Budget Management & Forecast Analysis (Annual & 3 Yrs.) Projector Budget Management & Forecast Analysis (Annual & 3 Yrs.) E-Rate Budget Management & Forecast Analysis (Annual & 3 Yrs.) Enterprise Software Budget Management & Forecast Analysis (Annual & 3 Yrs.) 100% Purchase Order management for on time processing, ordering & receiving Partner with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate and on-time invoice payment Achieve 100% Inventory Asset Management & Accuracy in partnership with Vendors Develops and implements in partnership with project manager a system for controlling, monitoring and managing inventory for technology equipment Establishes and implements procurement policy and procedures to source and procure the proper technology equipment for all IDEA sites. Develop innovative approaches to review procurement process effectiveness and explore logistics solutions for internal customers and suppliers. Provides reports and analysis at the district, regional and campus basis Technology Operations will leverage existing, emerging, and innovative technologies to enhance, improve, and streamline business processes with a TCO/per student decrease of 5% Negotiates with vendors annually for best pricing that provides the highest quality and efficiency systems and equipment for IDEA Monitor technology trends, feature changes and improvements to maximize value and selecting optimal, compatible solutions for organizational and end-user needs Innovate campus technology by serving as a feedback partner not only to campus leadership but with the Information Systems Team Find solutions to items affecting campuses, with the intent of increasing teacher instruction efficiency by checking Helpdesk reports and proactively addressing trends 4. Ensure vendor management and 100% full integration for Technology Operations systems and equipment Establishes a vendor management system for Technology Operations Identifies potential vendors that can provide products and services needed to continue growth in existing and new regions. Selects, vets, contracts and coordinates vendors for tangible and intangible assets and resources Ensures compliance with all applicable policies and regulations regarding bidding and purchasing Maintains all procurement documentation 5. 100% of schools are safe and operational one week before the First Day of School (FDOS) Evaluates previous year(s) BOY (Beginning-of-Year) campus readiness execution, identify opportunities for improvement and develop strategy for continued success Maintain IT equipment and have 100% of IT equipment set up and ready one week prior to FDOS (including computers, mobility, software, projectors, copiers/printers, network infrastructure and security) Execute procurement of all centrally-procured equipment and licenses on time Coordinate distribution and logistics of all centrally-procured equipment, licenses and software Review and process work orders and quote requests from campuses to optimize value Work with campus leadership by providing expertise and solutions involving anything from campus repairs to technical questions and quotes Success measured by: 100% of staff have proper technology and account access by FDOS 100% of projectors are ordered, installed, and ready for instruction by FDOS 100% of schools have network and systems by FDOS 100% of computer labs are setup by FDOS and ready for students 100% of front office equipment is setup and ready to admit visitors 100% of student laptops/CoWs are setup and ready for deployment 6. Live Values of IDEA Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Is driven by outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationshipsin order toachieve outcomes Embodies IDEA's core values Competencies: Mission Focus - focuses on IDEA's core purpose of getting all students into college Record of Results - holds high expectations for self and others to achieve and surpass intended goals Problem Solving - able to synthesize, analyze, and prioritize data and opportunities to develop strategies for achieving quantifiable goals Communication - e ffectively conveys information using a variety of channels and techniques Continuous Improvement - proactively identifies opportunities to improve and consistently reflects on past actions to guide future decisions Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Accounting, or Finance and 2 years of work experience in related field Licenses or Certifications: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ preferred Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications Ability to analyze and resolve computer hardware and software problems Knowledge of technologies available in such areas as instruction, office, networking, computers and mobile phones Ability to repair computer and technology equipment Strong organizational, task management, communication, and interpersonal skills Manage various procurement projects that include the areas of purchasing, contracting, sourcing, and commodity management. Understand business objectives to generate project information, action items, schedule, and deliverables for the team. Work with Cost Price Analysis and Commodity Management Groups to formulate negotiation plans. Excellent written and oral communication skills complemented with highly effective presentation, interpersonal and consulting skills in working across all aspects of the business levels of the organization and outside contacts *ca IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools About IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that all of our students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 50% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 53,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Houston (2020), Permian Basin (2020), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . Role Mission: The mission of the Vice President of Academics is to define the academic program model, manage the development/curation of curriculum and assessments, evaluate the impact of those materials and lead content support services with the goal of preparing IDEA students for success to and through college. Working in a highly distributed charter environment with minimal opportunities for face to face interaction and strategic planning across teams, the VP of Academics will create a comprehensive, user-friendly, engaging and aligned approach to curriculum and assessment and a teacher support system to achieve the IDEA organizational goals for student achievement in grades K - 12, including STAAR/EOC and AP Scholar goals. Accountabilities Define core academic program model for grade levels K-12 ( Non-DI ) across the network (all states), so that leaders can articulate program rationale and strategically plan for student success by end of year assessments. Create and communicate exemplar rationale for PK-12, program design and sequence by Rhodes 2019, including specialty programs: Pre-AP, Advanced Placement, and core electives like Spanish Create and communicate core operating structures for implementing the academic model, including district assessment structure, curriculum development and publishing timelines and strategic initiative development New leaders in Rhodes Principal program are rated Proficient on Leadership Lever 3: Program and Planning Recruit, train, manage and retain team of high-performing Curriculum Directors and Curriculum Managers in grades K - 12 to achieve 85% A-Player team retention of Academics Team. Monitor progress toward goals with quality check-ins, strategy meetings and quarterly meetings so that all goals are achieved by end of the year Create individualized development plans for Curriculum Directors to improve performance and leadership Support Curriculum Directors to recruit, develop and retain high-quality Curriculum Managers Lead a high performing curriculum team to design, create and distribute impactful curriculum products and professional development for all schools, in all states . Manage team to design and post high quality curriculum materials so that all materials are posted ahead of 6-week bundle drop deadlines Create, edit and refine assessments so that IAs are completed error-free, with exemplar answer keys 90% of participants will rate 'I recommend this training to a colleague' as a 4 or 5 for all content trainings. Increase student achievement results to achieve 90/60/30 district goal for each content Work within the Program Team and collaborate with HA and Schools team to develop and implement a seamless experience between curriculum, coaching and compliance for teachers so that all schools meet accountability in the 2018-19 school year and the district receives an "A" rating Work with HA to create a robust teacher on-boarding program during New Teacher Institute to increase new teacher effectiveness in executing the district curriculum years so that 80% of new to IDEA teachers advance to proficiency on 2C of the GET Rubric by March Work with HA to create a full slate of leader content training, specifically targeted at new curriculum grade levels, and AP courses Analyze student achievement results, identify trends and communicate course corrections to support improvement to meet student achievement goals in 2018 (STAAR/EOC/AP) . Facilitate and create weekly data analysis/data sharing with Schools Team and Human Assets including all content assessment s Conduct campus observations with AST, HA and Schools Team personnel on a bi-weekly basis to provide explicit feedback and next steps on curriculum implementation so that the district receives an A rating and meets the 90/60/30 goal Facilitate AP checkpoints after benchmark exams to provide instructional and planning guidance for AP lead teams Facilitate business partnership between NMSI staff and campus leaders who manage NMSI supported AP courses grades so that 35% of IDEA graduates graduate as AP scholars . Facilitate quarterly meetings with NMSI support staff and IDEA managers to plan programming and communicate logistics, program details and teacher and leader goals Plan and manage NMSI budget We look for Team an d Family who embody the following values and characteristics: Believes and is committed to our mission and being an agent of change: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes We believe in education as a profession and hold ourselves to high level of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for our colleagues and students Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree required; Master's preferred Experience: 3+ years of teaching experience; 3+ years of school leadership or other administrative experience Proven track record of achieving success and of leading others Knowledge and Skills: Excellent organizational, interpersonal and networking skills with large groups as well as with individuals are essential. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication and presentation skills. Persuasiveness and perseverance in attaining goals. Ability to communicate the project vision to internal and external audiences. Ability to work independently and to exercise good judgment in high-stakes circumstances. Flexibility and a willingness to take on new tasks as the responsibilities of the position evolve. IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

Description Position at IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe in college for ALL and we are committed to ensuring that all of our students graduate from college. IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States sending 100% of our students to college. 58% of our students graduate from college in 6 years - that's 8 times the national rate for students in our communities! IDEA was founded in 2000 as a single school with 150 students in the Rio Grande Valley. When interest exceeded building capacity, to meet the demands, IDEA's co-founders committed to serving more students in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and beyond. We now serve nearly 45,000 students across Texas and Louisiana. By 2022, IDEA will serve 100,000 students. Be on the lookout for IDEA schools opening near you-with continued growth in our current regions and new launches in Tarrant County (Fort Worth/Arlington), New Orleans, Houston (2020), Permian Basin (202 0 ), and Tampa Bay (2021)! When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. To learn more about IDEA, check out this video . Role Mission: The VP of Data Analytics is primarily responsible for influencing network strategy by successfully drawing meaningful insights from organizational data and solve problems at scale. By developing and managing a team of analytical superstars, the VP of Data Analytics operationalizes annual and ongoing needs assessments to effectively build efficiencies towards a more data informed decision-making support system at all levels of the organization. At the forefront of applying growing fields in data science and prediction, this individual will be the primary leader in introducing new technologies and statistical methods to IDEA's rapid growth and focus on academic excellence for the benefit of all students through college. Accountabilities 1. IDEA Public Schools achieves the highest available state rating in each of its operating states Lead the organization in disseminating specifics and trends of state accountability systems to inform analytical and predictive models Partner with senior instructional leaders to develop strategies for mitigating risk, capitalizing on short- and long-term opportunities, and probing for new areas of potential insight Develop and implement ongoing risk profiles for students, teachers, schools, and regions to empower timely interventions from partners Lead discovery and identification of accountability systems in new markets, including strong identification of key success metrics in new regions Informs annual organizational goal setting (Bathroom Goals) process by improving KPIs to achieve IDEA's mission at scale 2. 50% reading and 60% math CSI students achieving 2 years of growth Conduct analysis and data modeling to measure and monitor student progress and growth Identify trends at the national, regional, and school level to inform program innovation and improvements Lead further personalization of goals and key metrics across Schools & ACT to best drive growth according to local context 3. Senior cohorts graduate with an average ACT score of 21 Investigate and surface trends of graduating and rising grades to identify key decision supports for curriculum, counseling, and rigor of individual schools in order to propagate best practices and spur timely interventions Partner with Schools and Academic Services to make short- and long-term investments in course options and programs, including AP and IB, to achieve increasing percentages (30%+) of AP Scholars and 25% of IB participants graduating with an IB diploma Provide ongoing analysis and decision support to college counselors, principals, and directors of college counseling to maximize opportunities for all scholars, leading to 25% matriculating to a Tier I or Tier II university 4. Achieve and maintain a 60+ Net Promoter Score (NPS) as a measure of value added through analytics with Executive Leadership Council (Chiefs, EDs, VPs, Principals) Partner with Information Systems/Software Development to operationalize incorporation of strong analytics in new product development Consult and inform design of KPIs for internal and external reports Develop modalities for sharing key insights and deliverables with organizational leaders Build and maintain a transparent service model for data and/or research related requests, with clear SLAs resulting in successful delivery and value Integrate data privacy, security and ethical best practices to minimize risk of data loss, student data access, and improper use Solicit buy-in from senior leaders around an annual roadmap for major analytical problems 5. Achieve 121 schools in operation through successful financial, instructional, and operational modeling to inform launch patterns across multiple states and regions Partner with budget and finance to build analytical tools for new region pro forma and operating models to accurately predict costs and needs Inform Advancement/Growth team with key metrics and KPIs to properly assess risk of potential regions Unify local demographic trends, student persistence, attendance, and academic success to set ambitious targets for expansion and early scaling success Provide rich analysis for national and regional boards to inform growth with quality and future actions 6. We look for Team and Family who embody the following values and characteristics: Believes and is committed to our mission and being an agent of change: that all students are capable of getting to and through college Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes We believe in education as a profession and hold ourselves to high level of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for our colleagues and students. Competencies R (or industry accepted equivalent) SQL MS Excel Training design and development Data analysis Project management Product management Strong written and oral communication skills MS SharePoint Online Survey/polling administration and analysis Leading and developing specialist teams Information Technology and Software Engineering Competencies Processes, Methodologies, and Tools Quality Management and Assurance Systems Design Qualifications: Education: Master's degree in statistics or equivalent Advanced knowledge and application of R in research-based setting (Stata, SPSS, SAS welcome) Intermediate to advanced mastery of AGILE and/or Waterfall project methodologies Exceptional quantitative and technical skills Strong SQL skills Some BI tool familiarization welcome but not required ( Logi , PowerBI , Tableau) Minimum 4 years in advanced data analysis with proven portfolio of real world application in an education setting Minimum 5 years leading growing teams with a strong record of results Teaching experience strongly preferred IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.