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POSITION:  Manager of Enrollment  Operations REPORTS TO:  Managing Director of Operational  Services POSITION TYPE:  12-month LOCATION:  Houston, Texas  COMPENSATION : $57,423 -  $74,650 THE CHALLENGE Across the nation, only half of all students from low-income communities graduate from high school and only 10% earn a college degree. Even though  85% of our students are economically disadvantaged,  YES Prep   provides evidence that different outcomes are possible. Eighty-seven (87%) of YES Prep alumni matriculate to college within one year and alumni like  Eddie Zapata   are earning their college degrees at  five times the rate of their peers with similar socioeconomic backgrounds. How do we do this? Each of YES Prep’s  19 campuses   serves 6th-12th graders like  Monique Bowie .   Students typically enter YES Prep one or more grade levels behind, but quickly find themselves on a different life trajectory. This is a result of transformative relationships with teachers and leaders, and access to excellent educational opportunities. As the first minority-majority city, Houston’s schools cannot keep up with demand from students like Eddie and Monique. Houston is the 4th largest city (on track to become the 3rd), and this booming population translates into 2,000 families on YES Prep’s waitlist.  YES  Prep’s student enrollment is estimated to grow 31% between now and 2023 (from just over 13,000 students currently to 17,000). THE OPPORTUNITY YES  Prep   needs a dynamic Manager of Enrollment Operations, with a diverse set of experiences, to make our mission a reality. As a YES Prep employee, you will achieve jaw-dropping results, create pathways to opportunity for our students, build transformative relationships, and eliminate educational inequities to advance social justice. To put it simply, you will  play an integral role in ensuring all families in Houston have access to apply to YES Prep and ensure every YES Prep School is fully enrolled on an ongoing basis. THE PERSON When you join the YES Prep   team, some of the exciting work will include: Developing reporting tools  and methods to communicate enrollment progress to stakeholders Managing long- and short-term  enrollment projects in collaboration with Schools, Operations, SIS, Analytics, and Community Engagement teams Overseeing and orchestrating the yearly lottery process for all incoming students at YES Prep Public   Schools Providing  yearly training to designated campus lottery coordinators and Registrars on the lottery and enrollment software, policies and procedures, and family communications Troubleshooting lottery and enrollment issues throughout the year , supporting Directors of Campus Operations and Lottery Coordinators with policies, protocols, and procedures Ensuring that a high level of customer service is consistently provided to prospective families, staff, and internal/external stakeholders Utilizing available data  for applications and enrollment to provide year over year comparisons, and recommendations to School and Home Office stakeholders around recruitment and enrollment Providing oversight of student enrollment to assist campuses with meeting  budgeted enrollment targets by set dates Acting as the system-level owner for the  lottery and enrollment software Overseeing the  annual updating of all applications, communication templates, registration forms, and re-enrollment forms within the lottery and enrollment software Collaborating   with District Registrar, Compliance and SIS teams to oversee and execute the yearly student registration and re-enrollment processes Manag ing and coordinating the internal student transfer process Updating  Lottery manual and associated lottery policies and documents yearly Reviewing   and validating the quality of all data collected and utilized in the lottery and enrollment process and identifying gaps in existing processes and areas for targeted support or efforts Project managing the planning, coordination, and communication roll-out of required new student events and opportunities for prospective families including   coordination of family tours and other enrollment related events on campuses Ensuring compliance with all federal, state and   local policies and regulations Additional duties as assigned THE MUST HAVES Bachelor’s degree required 3-5 years of relevant experience Experience as a project manager or lead Experience gathering and analyzing data to create comprehensive action plans Ability to effectively tailor communications to a variety of stakeholders, including parents, campus leaders, and external partners Experience creating or refining standard operating procedures and policies Ability to perform a variety of tasks, often changing assignments on short notice, with little to no direction Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback Demonstrated ability to work on a team Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once Ability to maintain emotional control under stress THE NICE TO HAVES Experience in communications and marketing Experience with student and family recruitment Experience with community engagement Experience as a Teacher or any school-based position PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS Participate in workshops, seminars, and conferences to enhance knowledge and skills Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, local board policies, administrative guidelines, and the Texas Educators’ Code of Ethics Conduct self in a professional manner  at all times THE PERKS Compensation –  This position is an exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience. Health and Supplemental Insurance  – A $0.00 medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Life, etc. Retirement Plans  – Participation in  Teacher Retirement System of Texas  and a  457 Retirement Plan Paid Time Off  – 15 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures of our  Academic Calendar P aid Leave Programming  – In the event you need to be out due to a medical reason, YES Prep offers up to 12 weeks of full paid leave Professional Development  -  YES Prep values longevity and performance over time through our   Commit to Five  program. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing  professional development . Award Winning Culture  –  The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named   Houston’s Best Place to work  in 2018. We won the  2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education  and were a 2016 finalist as well. WE ARE DEEPLY COMMITTED TO EQUITY & DIVERSITY YES Prep strives to recruit a diverse team of leaders. We believe there is a transformative academic and social benefit for students when their teachers and leaders reflect a diversity of backgrounds. Ninety-seven percent (97%) of staff members agree that the organization provides a welcoming environment given their background and identity according to our latest system survey. YES  Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood. THE NEXT STEPS If you are not sure this opportunity is for you, are simply curious, or know someone who would be perfect, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team to be connected to a recruiter at  [email protected] .

The Chief Transformation Officer is the District’s research and design leader, responsible for identifying and scaling creative ideas that work throughout the district, in partnership with our community. In addition, the Chief Transformation Officer (CTO) is responsible for setting the vision, direction, and strategic plan for Innovative School Models and serving as the point-person for Transformation Initiatives throughout the district. Additionally, this person must be able to collect, analyze and use multiple sources of data, including research related to the design and implementation of new school models, to guide continuous improvement of schools. Quality school leadership is one of the leading factors determining student achievement. In addition to the overall vision setting and strategic planning for the innovative school models, the CTO will develop a “Call for Quality Schools,” and subsequent creation of innovative and specialized school models, as well as the management and communications support to an identified portfolio of innovation schools. The CTO will support resource sharing within the network and across the district and will build the leadership capacity of the district. The CTO will be the owner and driver of our partnerships, including The Holdsworth Center, The New Teacher Project, and System of Great Schools, to support district-wide leadership development initiatives. 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. Aldine ISD is committed to implementing evidence-based, innovative, and transformative school and program models to ensure all students have access to learning environments that meet their need . Qualifications Education/Certification : Master’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university Valid Mid-Management, Administrator, or Principal Certification or the ability to become Texas certificated Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Special Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated leadership skills Ability to problem solve, think critically and manage conflicts Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to collect, analyze and use multiple sources of data Strong organizational, communication, strategic planning and interpersonal skills Strong interest in urban education and driving improvement in student achievement Work collaboratively to build consensus while also delivering exceptional results Inspire, manage and collaborate with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels Be flexible, resilient and adaptable to changing priorities Knowledge and expertise in writing grants Experience: Five (5) years preferred successful experience as a principal or district-level administrative leader Experience working collaboratively across key departments of a school district Central office experience supervising principals preferred Experience in research related to the design and implementation of new and specialized school models Experience working with both elementary and secondary level schools and programs Qualities of an Effective Chief Transformation Officer: Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity, a collaborative leadership style and high ethical standards Maintain an unwavering belief that all students can excel and has a commitment to high performance standards Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and campus policies affecting daily attendance, punctuality and confidentiality Comply with the Texas Educator Code of Ethics Major Responsibilities and Duties (The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as a list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required .) District Climate: Facilitate communication and collaboration among campus administrators and district departmental leaders to enhance service delivery, program development and customer satisfaction, particularly around innovative school models and programs Set the vision and strategic plan for the district’s innovative and specialized school models and programs Serve as the district’s expert on innovative and specialized school models and new approaches to teaching and learning  Champion the creation of new school models and the redesign of existing schools that require extensive cross-departmental collaboration and internal consensus Create and sustain a network of local and national partnerships that contribute ideas and energy to the district’s innovative and specialized school models Organizational Leadership: Work closely with the superintendent and cabinet to ensure that the Office of Transformation is a key driver of student achievement in Aldine Facilitate participation and planning within System of Great Schools cohort Work with key district leaders and external partners to create a vision for and facilitate a “Call for Quality Schools” Work with selected principals to develop and launch new and specialized school models Coordinate with Human Resources Department to strategically deploy teaching teams in coordination with campus principals and in support of innovative and specialized school models Inform and coordinate with stakeholder groups to leverage community assets and evolving opportunities for innovative and specialized school models Provide leadership and direction to assigned innovation campus principals to continuously drive student achievement Serve as liaison between district operations and innovative and / or specialized campuses Work in partnership with the Communications Department to develop buy-in and excitement for innovative and specialized school models with both internal and external stakeholders Organizational Management: Provide administrative direction and leadership for the operational, financial and personnel resources of assigned campuses/departments to effectively support district and campus goals Develop, review and approve campus/departmental operating policies, procedures, and budgets Coordinate and facilitate principal meetings for the portfolio of innovative and specialized schools Manage in-district charter authorizing process  Supervisory Responsibilities Supervision of assigned staff Work Environment Mental Demands: This position is “high profile,” and may be responsible for handling highly charged public situations as well as interacting with the press 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) 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.

Responsibilities • Assist the Chief Strategy and Development Officer in the  planning, coordination, and preparation of state grant applications and budgets, including Title I, Title II, School Improvement Grant, and other state and federal grants. • Execute with exceptional fidelity PLA’s proven resource allocation process. • Ensure grant budgets are aligned with network ’s strategic plan, and in compliance with all state and federal requirements. • Write applications for competitive government grant opportunities. • Research, identify and qualify funding opportunities from government sources. • Develop a deep understanding of the PLA platform to ensure integrity and quality of applications and budgets. • Coordinate efforts with internal departments and outside agencies to effectively secure and renew state and federal funds. • Ensure timely submission of projects, amendments, reports, etc. • Assist with the preparation for partner/donor site visits. • Provide technical assistance for key stakeholders as assigned. • Remain up-to-date on changing laws and requirements. • Willingness and ability to work some evenings and weekends. • Light travel to training, conferences and meetings as required. • Perform all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Qualifications • Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university, preferably Education and Business related field. • 2-4 years of budgeting, grant writing/administration experience in K-12. Successful experience in fast-paced entrepreneurial environments preferred. • Superior writing, research, and project management skills. • Ability to develop, maintain, and analyze budgets. • Knowledge of federal and state grant guidelines. Proficiency in interpreting federal law and state rules. • High proficiency with Excel. Knowledge of productivity software including but not limited to Word, spreadsheets, and web-based applications. • Must be able to simultaneously execute multiple assignments with quality and follow through on all aspects of the position. • Adhere to the highest ethical standards. Demonstrate empathetic disposition and good judgment. • Capacity to listen to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance. • Dependability, humility, sense of humor, and strong commitment to PLA’s mission and the communities we serve. Home Office The Grant Writer is a remote, home office position. A quiet working environment with high-speed internet is required . Employees supply their own cell phone and computer . Please note that only candidates capable of working in the US Pacific and Mountain  Time Zones are currently considered .

POSITION : Research and Data Analyst  REPORTS TO : Director – Analytics and Strategy  POSITION TYPE :12-month  COMPENSATION : $60,000-$70,000 THE CHALLENGE  Across the nation, only half of all students from low-income communities graduate from high school and only 10% earn a college degree. Even though 85% of our students are economically disadvantaged,  YES Prep  provides evidence that different outcomes are possible. Eighty-seven (87%) of YES Prep alumni matriculate to college within one year and alumni like  Eddie Zapata  are earning their college degrees at five times the rate of their peers with similar socioeconomic backgrounds. How do we do this? Each of YES Prep’s  19 campuses  serves 6th-12th graders like  Monique Bowie . Students typically enter YES Prep one or more grade levels behind, but quickly find themselves on a different life trajectory. This is a result of transformative relationships with teachers and leaders, and access to excellent educational opportunities.  As the first minority-majority city, Houston’s schools cannot keep up with demand from students like Eddie and Monique. Houston is the 4th largest city (on track to become the 3rd), and this booming population translates into 2,000 families on YES Prep’s waitlist. YES Prep’s student enrollment is estimated to grow 31% between now and 2023 (from just over 13,000 students currently to 17,000).   THE OPPORTUNITY  YES Prep needs a dynamic and diverse Research and Data Analyst to make our mission a reality. As a YES Prep employee, you will achieve jaw-dropping results, create pathways to opportunity for our students, build transformative relationships, and eliminate educational inequities to advance social justice.   To put it simply, you will play an integral role in empowering stakeholders to make data-driven decisions, including daily choices and long-term strategic decisions, by providing accurate, timely, and accessible data and assisting teams to derive insights from the data. This position additionally involves strategically designing and developing advanced visualizations of data to meet end-user requirements.  THE ROLE  When you join the YES Prep team, some of the exciting work and responsibilities will include:  Delivering data, analyses and insights from complex data sets that enable us to drive strategic priorities;   Working directly with school administration and organizational leadership to gather functional requirements, working with departmental team to synthesize final functional requirements, and working to strategically find solutions to requirements;  Working with the Analytics team to scope end-user requirements and project plan for advanced interactive and dynamic data visualizations to meet functional needs;   Evaluating data sets to determine best data visualization methods to present information;   Testing, validating, and evaluating department data visualizations for accuracy, performance, and alignment with end-user requirements;  Acting as a strategic partner by resolving end-user questions in a timely, friendly, and proactive manner;   Writing requirements specifications and other required documents in accordance with documentation standards;   Developing training and end-user support for data visualizations and reports;   Designing and providing training to organization leadership on the use, manipulation, and analysis of interactive data visualizations.   Additional duties as assigned.  THE PERSON  We seek staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility. Other traits needed and desired for this role are:   THE MUST HAVES  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution, preferably in economics, engineering, or mathematics  One to three years of experience required, analyst position preferred  Experience creating data visualizations and analyses; knowledge of Power BI or Tableau, Excel, and SQL   Proven track record of data analysis to solve problems and drive improvement  Proven ability to manage projects, lead teams, and learn and utilize technological skills   Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools  Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback  Demonstrated ability to work on a team  Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once  Ability to maintain emotional control under stress  A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional  Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment  Strong written communication skills  Detail-oriented and self-directed  Initiator, problem-solver, and creative thinker  Ability to maintain emotional control under stress  THE PERKS  Compensation   – This position is an exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience.  Health and Supplemental Insurance  –  A $0.00 medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Life, etc.  Retirement Plans  – Participation in  Teacher Retirement System of Texas  and a  457 Retirement Plan   Paid Time Off – 15 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures of our  Academic Calendar   Paid Leave Programming  – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers up to 12 weeks of full paid leave  Professional Development  - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time through our  Commit to Five  program. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing  professional development .   Award Winning Culture  – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named  Houston’s Best Place to work  in 2018. We won the  2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education  and were a 2016 finalist as well.   WE ARE DEEPLY COMMITTED TO EQUITY & DIVERSITY  YES Prep strives to recruit a diverse team of leaders. We believe there is a transformative academic and social benefit for students when their teachers and leaders reflect a diversity of backgrounds. Ninety-seven percent (97%) of staff members agree that the organization provides a welcoming environment given their background and identity according to our latest system survey. YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.  THE NEXT STEPS   If this sounds like your just right job, please apply  here .   If you are not sure this opportunity is for you, are simply curious, or know someone who would be perfect, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team to be connected to a recruiter at  [email protected] . 

Development Director - KIPP Texas, Dallas   ABOUT KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS   For more than 15 years, KIPP Austin, KIPP Dallas-Fort Worth, KIPP Houston, and KIPP San Antonio have put thousands of KIPPsters on the path to and through college. Last year, we collectively educated over 25,000 students in more than 50 schools, covering a geographic area of over 400 miles. Our regions have a long history of informal collaboration, with teachers and staff members sharing ideas, curricula, professional development, facilities, finances, end-of-year field trips, and more. As we look to the next academic year, all KIPP schools in Texas are seeking to officially join forces as KIPP Texas Public Schools.   The Opportunity   The Development Director will ensure KIPP Texas’s fiscal health through developing and implementing an innovative fundraising plan. Specifically, the Development Director will manage all fundraising initiatives in the Dallas region, including the annual fund and growth campaigns. In doing so, they are responsible for creating and implementing short and long term action plans to solicit major gifts and corporate giving. As leader of the Dallas development team, they will oversee significant donor relationships; identify, cultivate, and solicit major gifts; and fundraising events. Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Development, the Development Director will work closely with the Regional Superintendent, the Regional Board of Directors, and the Chief Growth Officer.      Key Responsibilities   Develop a diversified funding base to sustain KIPP Texas ongoing financial needs and cultivate critical relationships with Dallas donors. Devise and implement a comprehensive, innovative fundraising plan that includes research, identification, solicitation, and cultivation for short and long term fundraising campaigns Serve as representative of KIPP Texas to external Dallas funding community Cultivate existing and develop new funder relationships Execute vision and oversee local fundraising events Promote KIPP Texas through in-person, phone, and email conversations and seek out potential corporate and financial donors Maintain relationships with current KIPP donors by keeping them informed about KIPP Texas and the Dallas region and by being accessible to answer questions that donors may have Meet regularly with regional and campus academic leaders to stay informed about the financial needs of each KIPP school to guide the direction of fundraising Work closely with KIPP Texas Grants Team and Finance Team to complete reporting and compliance requirements as needed Other duties as assigned by Deputy Chief of Development   Coach and Manage Regional Development Team Oversee goal-setting, performance management, and professional development of Development Manager Progress-monitor performance relative to goals Delegate and review work projects as needed   Manage Relations and Giving of Regional Board of Directors Work with Deputy Chief of Development and Regional Board of Directors to develop strategies to initiate and meet fundraising goals Prepare all development reports   Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required; Masters degree preferred 5+ years of experience in fundraising, volunteer management and nonprofit event coordination, including significant success with major gifts, corporations, foundations and government sources Proven track record of meeting annual fundraising goals Knowledge of the local philanthropic community Strong record of engaging board members, and direct solicitation of major donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations Experience working with non-profit or education organizations in a fiscal capacity Comprehensive experience tracking development in relation to income projections and departmental budgets Comprehensive experience in collaborating with a finance team to ensure long-term sustainability Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated and have the ability to act in a manner that will reflect positively on the organization Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and facilitation skills Personnel management experience Evening and weekend hours required at certain times of the year Proficiency in MS Office Suite, MailChimp, Raiser’s Edge, and social media Model positive and healthy character traits and habits, such as being organized, consistent, and understanding Unquestioned integrity and commitment to the KIPP Texas mission Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.   ABOUT KIPP KIPP is a non-profit network of 200 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students.  We believe that all students will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. Our mission is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to seize those opportunities. Great education transforms lives.     KIPP provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Job Goal: As part of the AWARE Grant, provide coordinated, direct counseling/interventions for students along with increasing the awareness and identification of mental health issues among all adults working with young people. Additionally, this position will be responsible for promoting positive mental health awareness for students, families, school staff and the community to increase the awareness and identification of mental health issues among all adults working with young people and promote positive mental health for students, families, school staff and community. Qualifications: Education Master’s degree in counseling or other related mental health area Certification/Licensure Professional license in school mental health fields (Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)). Experience 1. Three years of experience working in public schools 2. Experience developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of mental health services in public school settings with emphasis in areas of evidence-based strategies reflecting trauma-informed, mindfulness, self-regulation, prosocial skills, and resiliency building strategies to increase school engagement 2. Knowledge of evidence-based strategies reflecting trauma informed practices, self-regulation, pro-social skills, and resiliency building strategies to increase school engagement 3. Knowledge of individual and group counseling 4. Understanding of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) implementation and best practices of Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) 5. Ability to screen individuals, assess mental health needs, develop service plans, and make referrals, 6. Ability to follow-up with collateral mental health agencies 7. Ability to collect data on progress, outcomes, and reporting 8. Strong consultation skills for consulting with teachers, parents, students and other mental health professionals  9. Broad knowledge of the critical elements of the PBIS framework and school-wide and targeted supports to strengthen mental health wellness 10. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 11. Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff 12. General knowledge of behavioral principles Preferred Qualifications 1. Three years mental health experience in a clinical setting providing direct services Major Responsibilities: 1. Implement services in Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District to improve or expand mental health-related interventions and services across school-aged youth and family-serving systems, and readiness for implementing school-community partnerships. 2. Collaboratively work with state, local and regional partners on improving or expanding mental health-related interventions and services across school-aged youth and family-serving systems 3. Increase and improve access to culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services, particularly for children and youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) or SMI 4. Conduct outreach and engagement with school-aged youth and their families to increase awareness and identification of mental health issues and to promote positive mental health. 5. Conduct campus or district needs assessment, identify mental health services and supports, develop and implement a comprehensive service plan of evidence-based culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services 6. Connect families, schools, and communities to increase engagement and involvement in planning and implementing school and community programs for school-aged youth 7. Help school-aged youth develop skills that will promote resilience and promote pro-social behaviors; avert development of mental and behavioral health disorders; and prevent youth violence. 8. Equip schools with the ability to immediately respond to the needs of youth who may be exhibiting behavioral/psychological signs of a severity indicating the need for clinical intervention 9. Develop an infrastructure that will sustain and expand mental health and behavioral health services and supports for school-aged youth when federal funding ends. 10. Develop and implement a comprehensive plan of evidence-based culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services. 11. Implement the ability to respond immediately on-site if a school-aged youth exhibits behavioral signs warranting the need for clinical attention. 12. Provide coordinated referral, services, and follow-up to school-aged youth and their families for evidence-based school- and community based mental health practices and services. 13. Develop and implement a workforce development training plan to increase the mental health awareness and literacy of school staff, administrators, parents, and others who interact with school-aged youth to recognize the signs and symptoms and mental illness and link them to appropriate services. 14. Engage in local and state program and process development to support improvements in school-aged youth and family-serving systems through the coordination and integration of funding streams to support programs with similar goals 15. Develop and implement meaningful ways to engage students and their families by involving them in the design and implementation of education and community initiatives. 16. Establish relationships with local businesses, families, and community groups to broaden and link all community resources available to school-aged youth and their families. 17. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents in a timely manner. 18. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility. 19. Analyze data to evaluate the program effectiveness 20. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable grant that funds this position. Supervision/Personnel Management None Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands: These 2 grant funded positions are based in the Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District through a grant coordinated by Region 4 Education Service Center; regular travel may be required to multiple locations, including Region 4 ESC (must have reliable transportation); frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse); occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure.

Job Goal: Ensure the integration of appropriate school mental health services (SMH) through the SchoolWide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS) Interconnected Systems Framework (ISF) for Mental Health (MH). The CPM will also be responsible for addressing the specific needs of the local education agency (LEA) served by the AWARE grant, primarily Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District, by developing a Comprehensive Services Plan (CSP). Qualifications: Education Master’s degree in special education, education, psychology, counseling, related mental health area and/or social work Certification/Licensure 1. Texas teaching certificate with required endorsement or professional license/certificate in related field (e.g., Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Master Social Worker) Experience 1. Five years of experience working in education and/or collaborating with local mental health authorities and other community-based service and health agencies 2. Experience and understanding of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) implementation best practices, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and mental health systems/services within school settings 3. Demonstrated program and project management experience, including evaluating program deliverables and ensuring the success of identified outcomes 4. Experience developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of mental health services in public school settings with emphasis in areas of evidence-based strategies reflecting trauma-informed, mindfulness, self-regulation, prosocial skills, and resiliency building strategies to increase school engagement 2. Strong consultation skills for communicating with administrators, teachers, parents, students and mental health professionals 3. Knowledge of the critical elements and implementation of the PBIS framework and school-wide and targeted supports to strengthen mental health wellness 4. Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills 5. Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group and large group situations to students, parents, district staff and community/mental health professionals 6. Extensive knowledge of behavioral principles 7. Established connections with local mental health authorities and community-based mental health services Preferred Qualifications 1. Doctorate preferred 2. Experience in the public school setting at campus and/or district levels Major Responsibilities: 1. Implement services in Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District to improve or expand mental health-related interventions and services across school-aged youth and family-serving systems 2. Increase and improve access to culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services, particularly for children and youth with SED or SMI 3. Develop school-based mental health programs staffed by behavioral health specialists to screen for, provide early intervention for and to address any ongoing mental health needs of children with symptoms consistent with a mental disorder(s) or SED 4. Develop and implement an Infrastructure Development Plan (IDP) to build partnerships with MH providers, businesses, community groups and families that will broaden and link all services available to students and families, coordinate funding streams, make policy and program changes to improve service delivery and develop a plan for sustaining MH services when the grant period ends 5. Develop an infrastructure that will sustain services in ESCs (Education Service Center) and LEAs served by the grant 6. Build regional and statewide capacity for promoting mental health awareness and evidencebased practices for school-based and school-connected mental health services 7. Collaborate with the ESC, Local Mental Health Authority (LMHA), TEA Project Coordinator and the SMHA Co-Coordinator on building the IDP, linking AWARE Texas with existing resources and on implementing any policy and program changes that are needed in systems and project strategies as communicated by the TEA Project Coordinator 8. Collaborate with TEA to develop and pilot tools that support SMH 9. Coordinate and ensure rapid on-site access to clinical services including screening, assessment and appropriate interventions or treatment for all students in a crisis or those exhibiting symptoms of Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) or Serious Mental Illness (SMI) through the utilization/consultation/coordination with licensed Mental Health/Behavioral Health Specialists (MHBHS) to respond on site in targeted schools 10. Conduct outreach and engagement with school-aged youth and their families to increase awareness and identification of mental health issues and to promote positive mental health. 11. Connect families, schools and communities to increase engagement and involvement in planning and implementing school and community programs for school-aged youth 12. Equip schools with the ability to immediately respond to the needs of youth who may be exhibiting behavioral/psychological signs of a severity indicating the need for clinical intervention 13. Develop an infrastructure that will sustain and expand mental health and behavioral health services and supports for school-aged youth when federal funding ends 14. Develop and implement a comprehensive plan of evidence-based culturally competent and developmentally appropriate school- and community-based mental health services 15. Develop and implement a workforce development training plan to increase the mental health awareness and literacy of school staff, administrators, parents and others who interact with school-aged youth 16. Engage in local and state program and process development to support improvements in school-aged youth and family-serving systems through the coordination and integration of funding streams to support programs with similar goals 17. Develop and implement meaningful ways to engage students and their families by involving them in the design and implementation of education and community initiatives 18. Establish relationships with local businesses, families and community groups to broaden and link all community resources available to school-aged youth and their families 19. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents 20. Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility 21. Collect and analyze data to evaluate the program effectiveness 22. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable grant that funds this position Supervision/Personnel Management Provide program support and staff activity management to LEA staff funded by AWARE project grant to ensure program deliverables are met. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands: Frequent and routine travel to AWARE project site Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District. Additional travel to locations throughout the Region 4 area; some statewide travel expected. Must have reliable transportation; expect frequent use of standard office equipment, prolonged sitting, occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting, repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse), occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds), may work prolonged and irregular hours and with frequent interruptions, maintains emotional control under pressure.