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Job Summary  The Director - Fair Practices & Compliance's primary responsibilities are to manage, direct, and coordinate all activities of the Office of Fair Practices to include managing the Equal Employment Opportunity & Title IX Compliance Unit, Staff Investigations and the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Unit. Essential Functions  Represents the department in matters relative to the functions of the Office and meet with external administrative and enforcement entities, as well as, with internal supervisors and managers concerning program activities. Oversees staff investigations, investigations of discrimination and Title IX complaints in a timely manner. Reviews comprehensive investigative reports, findings of fact and recommendations. Identifies and integrate best practices in the fair practices arena, including policy needs. Directs the planning, preparation and implementation of the Board’s Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program; oversees the Program’s education, training and outreach efforts. Tracks cases, data, and trends relative to investigations and complaints and identify training needs; identifies trends and develop focus training. Oversees outreach efforts of the Minority and Women Owned Business Program. Reviews and ensures district policies, procedures, protocols, and practices are compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations; makes recommendations for policy changes; collects data and submits mandated reports to state agencies. Keeps abreast of current state and federal laws and regulations and trends in the field of K-12 education related to Title IX, Title VII, ADA, ADEA and procurement laws. Oversees the Office’s budget. Desired Qualifications  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, four-year college or university AND ten (10) years of recent professional experience implementing an equal employment opportunity or fair practices program and ensuring adherence to fair practice standards to include administration of programs for persons with disabilities and policy implementation. A combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted. Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills to communicate effectively with all levels of internal employees, the public, and government elected officials; and be able to clearly communicate through formal presentations, in writing, by email or telephone contact.  Demonstrated knowledge of EEO laws (e.g. Title VII, ADA, Title IX, Section 504, etc.), and other applicable state and federal laws and regulations related to fair practices. Demonstrated experience conducting EEO or Staff Investigations. Ability to effectively manage multiple, on-going and complex caseload of complaints while meeting established deadlines. Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple, concurrent, and high priority tasks. Demonstrated experience ensuring adherence to program fair practices standards. Experience monitoring compliance with state and local minority business enterprise programs. Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders to include Federal, State and local partnership; and be able to accurately document and record information, generate reports, and evaluate information to determine compliance with standards and to ensure compliance with laws.  Ability to build and establish collaborative relationships with a wide range of constituencies (e.g. students, parents, administrators, faculty, staff, and community organizations) from diverse backgrounds.

Job Summary  This role ensures alignment, integration, and inclusion of the academic strategy within academic offices as well as across district-level initiatives. The position serves as a liaison with central offices as well as with external partners and organizations as an advocate for the academic strategy. The Director of Strategy serves in partnership with the Director of Operations and the Special Assistant to the CAO; together supporting the Chief Academic Officer to ensure the strategic, effective, and efficient management of the Academic Offices. Essential Functions  Defines strategic direction and leads assigned teams in developing recommendations for strategic long-term goals related to academic offices. Plans, directs, and monitors the implementation of systemic academic initiatives in collaboration with Executive Directors and other chiefs with a focus on program evaluation and return on investment (ROI). Provides guidance and direction to departments under the Chief Academic Officer with a focus on strategic areas of reform. Serves as the academic office lead in ensuring effective portfolio management decisions, charter renewal, and school closing decisions and implementation. Serves as the lead in the development of the district’s Master Plan. Project manages the cross-office completion of the Master Plan required by MSDE annually to ensure timely review and final submission of the Master Plan. Serves as the lead on the design and direction of academic strategies supporting school improvement efforts in high-need schools in partnership with other district offices as well as the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Serves as the academic office lead in the development of the district calendar as well as in the review of waivers associated with the approved calendar. Fosters and promotes teamwork in the design and development of educational strategies within the academic offices and across the organization.  Develops strategic alliances and works collaboratively with educational agencies, community members and other stakeholders. Partners across academic and district offices to ensure funding is aligned to support academic initiatives. Desired Qualifications  Master’s degree in education or a related field. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution. Three years supervisory/administrative/leadership experience in an urban education environment with demonstrated success. Five years of school-based experience in an urban educational environment with demonstrated effectiveness and roles of increasing responsibility Thorough knowledge of instructional continuums and knowledge of current theories of curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Considerable knowledge of research-based school improvement designs and current issues facing urban public education. Considerable knowledge of governmental mandates impacting education.

Job Goal: Plan, implement, and evaluate the activities of the Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions department in support of the ESC’s mission and strategies Qualifications: Education Master’s degree Certification Texas teaching certificate or related appropriate certificate/licensure Experience 1. Three years’ experience of campus administration, district central office, and/or experience at Region 4 2. Five years teaching experience 3. Experience developing and presenting professional development Special Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of best practices in technology integration, copy editing, digital instructional design including synchronous and asynchronous learning environments, and both print and digital publishing modalities and management 2. Skill in short and long-term planning, project management, tracking progress, analytical thinking, conceptual thinking, and adult learning design, including the strategic delivery and measurement of training impact 3. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain morale, set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers, demonstrate initiative and persistence, set clear expectations and hold others accountable for performance; act with a purpose that impacts and positively influences the perceptions, thinking, and actions of others; develop others through coaching, modeling, and providing feedback on performance 4. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with both internal and external local, state and national partners that promote the building of professional learning networks and systems that support educators in re-engineering practices for digital learning and successful edtech integration Preferred Qualifications: 1. Doctoral degree 2. Mid-management or Supervisory Certificate Major Responsibilities: 1. Supervise and lead all activities of the Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions department. 2. Provide visionary leadership to promote innovation and provide inspiration, support and direction to multi-functional department teams. 3. Ensure the functionality of the organizational product/project pipeline workflow to allow for efficiency of allocated time and resources so that products are developed on time and within projected specs. 4. Collaborate with other directors to communicate product/project status and collect feedback utilizing metrics from project management software; solicit stakeholder feedback regarding current/perceived barriers and engage in problem solving to identify and implement solutions. 5. Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of programs supervised and make recommendations for program revisions as indicated by analysis of collected data. 6. Direct the design and delivery of products and professional development related to the department, including the scheduling of professional development/coaching, and the production of projects, products and services. 7. Coordinate the effective communication of the Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions department activities with both internal and external customers 8. Facilitate collaborative efforts with other departments within the Center. 9. Lead programs and initiatives with the Texas Education Agency as appropriate to ensure compliance with statewide initiatives. 10. Maintain documentation of department activities to meet all internal programmatic and fiscal requirements and all requirements imposed by the Texas Education Agency. 11. Recommend budgets to the Deputy Executive Director of Instructional Services. 12. Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position. Supervision/Personnel Management Supervise all Publishing and Digital Learning Solutions personnel, including completing evaluations and conducting staff training. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands: Frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse); occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; occasional statewide travel; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure.

Stronger Consulting is partnering with The Broad Center in Los Angeles to recruit a dedicated, innovative Deputy Director, Alumni & Network Impact (ANI). Working closely with a passionate, high-achieving network of more than 800 alumni across the country, we are looking for leaders who are striving to transform education for children across America. Leading candidates have Passion and commitment to transforming K-12 public education 7+ years of professional experience Experience in a school operating system (district or charter management org) Experience operating a Leadership Development program or a Talent Development Function in an organization Our Why We prepare and support remarkable, dedicated professionals who create conditions to empower good teachers to do great work so all students can learn and thrive. For 15 years, The Broad Center has been at the center of our nation’s efforts to provide every student with a world-class public education. At our core, we believe every public school system should be and can be an engine of excellence and equity. America’s students deserve nothing less. Doing this work requires diverse leadership by team members who share the same belief. This belief is paramount to the team at The Broad Center, and we are inspired to make a difference by creating a growing network of experienced leaders and managers who are rising to this challenge. Our work will be done when every family in every community can send their child to a great public school that meets that student’s every need. Until then, our team and our alumni network won’t rest. For more information, visit our website at www.broadcenter.org . What We Do The Broad Center is a nonprofit organization that recruits, trains and supports talented leaders from across America to transform urban public school systems. Our programs—The Broad Academy and The Broad Residency in Urban Education—prepare these professionals to put their skills and know-how to work and make student learning the primary driver of every central office dollar and decision. In public school districts, charter management organizations and state departments of education, more than 800 members of The Broad Center’s network are working with educators, parents and community leaders to help schools soar. Regardless of the setting, Broad Center alumni are aligned around a common vision: creating the kinds of environments that enable teachers to do great work and students of all backgrounds to learn and thrive. The Alumni & Network Impact (“ANI”) team is dedicated to supporting this vision by increasing the impact of alumni individually and collectively. Specifically, ANI focuses on creating impactful learning experiences, and providing career support and development. Through a portfolio approach (e.g., best-in-class coaching, study-trips, content rich convenings) they deliver opportunities for alumni to collaborate, share best practices, continue learning, and remain inspired. About the Position This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a passion for increasing student achievement for children all across this nation by transforming urban public education systems.  This position will be responsible for direct network member support, development and implementation of strategies, systems and processes to increase high-quality individual career supports and professional development, while building for scale of an increasingly growing alumni community. Our mission is to positively impact millions of children by improving K-12 public education. This is a difficult mission and requires the dedication of tireless, creative, smart people who enjoy operating in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, over-achiever with strong initiative who thrives on a small team as an individual contributor and team member. What You’ll Own This role supports the ongoing growth and impact of our program alumni in a number of ways, including: Direct Alumni Support Build and maintain strong relationships with alumni consisting of CEOs / superintendents and cabinet-level leaders in urban school districts, charter management organizations, state departments of education and other K-12 educational organizations Identify career and professional development opportunities to support ongoing growth in leadership, knowledge and functional skills Support self-assessment, self-awareness and development through 360-degree feedback, coaching and mentoring to provide insights on work-related issues and inform career plans Implement systems and strategies that allow alumni to shadow one another, share best-practices, provide mutual inspiration and draw from the collective wisdom of the network Work closely with the senior director, managing director and ANI Career Supports team to provide direct support to CEOs / superintendents and cabinet-level leaders as driven by their context and needs Work closely with other Broad Center colleagues to provide mutual support and alignment and help identify areas of focus for TBC events Talent: Career, Professional Development and Engagement Services Assess current offering of career, professional development and engagement services; develop clear recommendations for service enhancements and efficiencies, as well as for prioritization, implementation and codifying of processes while making continuous improvement and opportunities for automation through leveraging technology. Constantly working to better understand network member needs, behaviors and impact to better inform relevant career, professional development and engagement services through participation in shadow days, ANI convenings, The Broad Academy and The Broad Residency sessions and recruitment / selection activities Strategic Planning, Special Projects and Project Management Develop and implement long and short-range plans to set ambitious yet achievable goals to ensure structures are in place to drive work forward, revisit and revise as relevant Lead special projects and provide support related to ensuring how to best serve network members, ANI team strategies and TBC organizational goals Ensure high-quality project management and application of knowledge, skills and tools to meet project objectives The statements in this description represent typical elements criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the job What You’ll Need A passion and demonstrated commitment to transforming K-12 public education; experience working in a school district, charter management organization, or state department of education a plus Demonstrates a growth mindset and constantly seeks challenges 10+ years of professional work experience 20-25% travel requirement Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree a plus Deep content knowledge of the levers for improvement of K-12 urban education systems An understanding of the roles, challenges and opportunities of school system leaders A track record of successfully leading complex multi-stakeholder projects and teams Ability to provide, proactively seek out and act on feedback Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with executive audience Proven ability to form relationships and credibility with a diverse set of people quickly and consistently Strong critical thinking skills with the flexibility to respond to shifting priorities and new opportunities The ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, deadline-driven environment often managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to thrive on a small team as an individual contributor and team member Employment is contingent upon a thorough background and reference check. You must be legally entitled to work in the United States. What We Offer We are pleased to provide full-time permanent team members with: Competitive salary, vacation and 401(k) retirement savings plan with a generous employer match Employer contributions to medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans Pre-tax commuter benefits Flexible spending accounts for medical and family care expenses Free access to an on-site gym and a steady supply of nutritious snacks in our shared kitchen Join our team As a member of The Broad Center team, you’ll work alongside sharp, driven colleagues who have a sense of humor matched with generosity of spirit. We will only contact applicants chosen for further consideration. An Equal Opportunity Employer. The Broad Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin (including associational and perception-based discrimination based on national origin), age, disability, gender, sexual orientation or other characteristic covered by law with regard to employment opportunities. The Broad Center is committed to providing equal access and opportunities to candidates with legally recognizable disabilities. We will make our best effort to provide reasonable accommodations at every stage of the application process. Disclosing a disability or requesting a need for accommodations is a separate and distinct process from selection and will have no bearing on a candidate’s application status. If you need to request an accommodation or have any questions regarding our disability accommodations policy, please contact us. 

The Baltimore City Public Schools’ Blueprint for Success lays out a plan for how we will move towards our goal of building a generation of young people with the skills, knowledge, and understanding to succeed in college, careers, and their community. Literacy is a focus area in this plan. Literacy in its fullest sense encompasses understanding and analyzing spoken and written texts from fiction and poetry to speeches, primary source documents in history, scientific research papers, news reports, opinion pieces, and more, in both print and digital form. It involves synthesizing information from multiple sources and subjects to solve real-world problems. It includes understanding modes of expression that are appropriate in different settings and being able to harness them to create clear, compelling, and powerful written and spoken texts of all kinds, from evidence-based essays to oral presentations to creative works in print and online. This is the literacy our students want and deserve in order to access what interests them, and it is what they need for success not only in all school subjects, but in careers and in life. In 2018, as part of our plan to increase teacher capacity and student achievement in literacy, City Schools created 20 literacy coach positions to work in 20 Intensive Learning Sites (ILS) - schools that focus deeply on the literacy practices of teachers, with the goal of lifting all student achievement in literacy. Literacy Coach is a 12-month (i.e., year-round) position. For the 2019-2020 school year, City Schools seeks 20 additional Literacy Coaches for newly identified ILS. Each Literacy Coach will serve in a non-evaluative role that supports the development of teachers and teacher teams through teacher reflection, learning, and decision making aimed at creating agency and capacity. Each Literacy Coach has deep knowledge of the curriculum and literacy instruction and are trained in partnership with the New Teacher Center (NTC) to plan and facilitate cycles leveraging the NTC framework. The role of our Literacy Coaches is helping to create optimal learning environments for instruction while focusing explicitly on the promotion of literacy skills for the young people of our City. Essential Functions Serve as the on-site expert on the district’s literacy curriculum to provide direct support to teacher teams. Lead best practices in teaching higher order literacy skills across content areas in reading, writing, listening and speaking.  Engage identified teachers in outcome-based coaching cycles. Work with teacher teams to foster effective collaboration and develop teacher knowledge and skill in higher order literacy skills and the district’s literacy curriculum. Analyze literacy data and provide recommendations for goals as well as specific instructional responses at the classroom and student level. Design and deliver professional development to teachers and school leaders. Conduct learning walks to observe for trends and monitor implementation for support. Serve as member of the school Instructional Leadership Team. Stay up to date on current research and best practices in the area of literacy content and pedagogy. Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards. Desired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Education or related field; Master's degree preferred.  Degree must be from an accredited college or university. Valid Maryland State Department of Education Standard Professional Certificate, or at least three years of experience teaching K-12 literacy or post-secondary teaching experience in an area related to K-12 literacy. Three years of experience developing and delivering professional development to teachers to support implementation of the Maryland College and Career-Ready Standards for Literacy; district level experience preferred. Experience coaching classroom teachers and teacher teams. Advanced coursework and/or demonstrates specialized knowledge of adult learning principles. Evidence of setting goals based on multiple data points (e.g. data, student work and behavior, teacher actions, teacher knowledge and skills). 

DESCRIPTION Overview Though 9 in 10 Latino young adults say a college degree is important for success in life, fewer than 15% age 25 or older hold a bachelor’s degree. Voices College-Bound Language Academies exist to change that. Founded in 2006 by East San Jose native and National Board Certified Teacher Frances Teso, Voices is a public charter school network with a mission to prepare all students for the challenges of higher education through the context of an academically rigorous dual-language program. With the Voices dual-immersion model, students receive 80% of instruction in Spanish and 20% in English starting in kindergarten. The percentages shift by 10% per year until reaching 50:50 in third grade. As a result, every student, regardless of home language, graduates bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish. In 2019-20, Voices will operate four public charter schools: Voices-Franklin McKinley (K-8), Voices-Morgan Hill and Voices-Mt. Pleasant (both Transitional Kindergarten - 5th, growing to Transitional Kindergarten - 8th) and Voices West Contra Costa (Transitional Kindergarten- 3rd). As we expand to serve more traditionally underserved students in Santa Clara County and surrounding counties, Voices seeks additional team members who share a commitment to its mission and believe joyful learning and world-class academic preparation are not mutually exclusive. Voices Academies’ Vision All students graduating from Voices College-Bound Language Academies will possess the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed in any career path they choose to pursue in life by mastering academic standards and subject matter. Students will be aware of the many positive possibilities for their future, and enjoy learning throughout their lives. They will be able to think critically by asking questions, especially when confronted with the status quo. Our students will have a sense of social responsibility to make their communities better. Role Summary Voices seeks candidates passionate about bilingual education who are interested in preparing to be future Voices principals. This is an accelerated opportunity for candidates seeking a principal position at Voices in 2019-20. The Principal in Training will successfully complete an intensive residency, including professional development and coaching to lead a Voices school. Training includes, residencies at Voices schools, individualized coaching from a dedicated coach, as well as formal learning opportunities. All learning is structured to align with Voices Leadership Competencies. The residency is designed to provide experiential learning opportunities and insight into the processes and best practices involved in school leadership, such as instructional leadership, parent organizing, serving special populations, and developing school culture. Principal: Submits to the CEO recommendations relative to all matters requiring Board action or attention, together with the materials needed for informed decisions Reports on school operations to Chief of Staff Interviews, Train, supervise and evaluate staff Develop and implement a school-wide and individual staff development plan and provides ongoing support and coaching to teachers to help them meet their individual professional development plan goals Coordinates the work of all school educators and volunteer staff Advise the CEO or/and Chief of Staff regarding the leave, classification, resignation, promotion, suspension or dismissal of school employees Assigns personnel within the school in accordance with Board policy Maintains appropriate channels of communication within the school and ensures that staff is informed about relevant federal, state, and county laws, policies, regulations and procedures, and matters related to the improvement and welfare of the students Plans, leads, and conducts staff professional development and staff meetings Manage and/or oversee all daily school operations, including student admissions and discipline, facilities, food service, front office, school scheduling, etc. Students and the educational program: Serve as the chief educational leader, including ensuring that the school mission and instructional program are being effectively implemented in each classroom Monitor the school’s instructional and operational accountability, including collecting, analyzing, and reporting school and student performance data. Use this data to develop school priorities and to drive decision-making. Enforces compulsory attendance laws Continuously observes the instructional program and provides the CEO with regular evaluations of school programs and student progress Studies the curriculum and makes decisions regarding the course of study, major changes and time schedules, and sound innovative programs Under appropriate circumstances, recommends to the Board a student’s suspension or expulsion Participates in student study teams and IEP meetings Non-instructional Operations : Maintains and updates adequate census and scholastic records, business and property records, and personal records as applicable Annually prepares and submits to the Financial Department the school’s budget for the upcoming year, revises this budget or takes other related action as the Board /CEO designates Approves all expenditures in accordance with Board policy and within Board-approved appropriate limits Makes recommendations to the CEO regarding the maintenance, safety, improvement and/or expansion of school facilities, sites, equipment and transportation services. Community: Represents and advocates for the Board in relationships with city, county and state governments, private agencies, and the school community Sees that the community is informed about school matters through appropriate informational materials Serves on local committees such as ELAC, VPAC, Schools Leadership, etc. Participates in appropriate community organizations and functions to obtain support for the attainment of school goals Hears complaints against the school and solves controversies between employees or between employees and students or parents/guardians Develops and maintains cooperative, collaborative working relationships with and among various stakeholders, including staff, students, families, Board members, District personnel, and the broader community Facilitates and builds community among people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives Voices Academies Principal candidates will have the following REQUIREMENTS Required Qualifications: BA/BS Degree in Education or related field CA Multiple Subject Clear Credential with Bilingual Authorization (BCLAD/CLAD) Demonstrated classroom level achievement results Skill in fiscal management Demonstrated passion for the mission, vision and values of Voices Academies with a deep commitment to improving the lives of students from low-income communities Minimum 3 years working with similar student and community demographic. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish. Outstanding written, speaking, and organizational skills with experience interacting with a broad range of stakeholders. Commitment to accelerated educational progress of children. Experience or commitment to public education, social justice, efficacy and equity. Preferred Qualifications: Masters Degree in Education Tier II Administration Credential Knowledge of and experience working with low-income communities preferred Proven track record of success managing school employees to achieve ambitious goals. Entrepreneurial spirit, flexibility, and demonstrated success in Administration, Organizational Management Successful completion of results-oriented leadership training program (ex. Innovate Fellowship, NLNS) Understanding of dual language instructional practices and school design and the unique characteristics of public charter schools is a plus. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google Apps Ability to work well independently and within a team environment; working efficiently, and exercising excellent judgment in making decisions. Tolerate high levels of stress Working Conditions: Regular requirement to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Occasional evening and or weekend work Occasional travel Willingness to be trained as needed Prior to Employment:   Once an offer has been extended, a candidate must meet the following criteria to receive a final contract: First Aid/CPR Certification Clear Criminal Background Check Valid TB Clearance BENEFITS Key Compensation: Annual Salary Range $80,000 to $100,000 Medical benefits Exceptional growth opportunities Retirement plan Contract: Reports directly to CEO Permanent Salaried, Exempt Position At-Will Contract If you have any questions about this position, please contact our hiring team by email at   [email protected] . Thank you. Voices College-Bound Language Academies is an equal opportunity employer.   It is the policy of Voices to afford equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, citizenship status, medical condition, or any other legally protected status.

Teaching Trust seeks a full-time Managing Director of Development to lead all fundraising initiatives for the organization. What You’ll Take On The Managing Director of Development will partner with the Chief External Officer to establish the vision, goals, priorities, and plans that will form Teaching Trust's multi-year revenue generation strategy, fueling our growth and expansion across the state of Texas. In this role, you will lead, manage, and grow your development team to deliver on these ambitious development goals that ensure the long-term financial health of our organization. The Managing Director of Development will provide strategic direction and support for all fund development efforts including (but not limited to): Co-lead development of pricing strategy to support 100% renewal of district partners and multi-year agreements that grow impact horizon and revenue from public entities Manage relationships with a growing network of institutional investors and develop a systematic grant-writing and reporting process Build and manage productive relationships with prospects and donors through visits, correspondence, and regular communication Establish cooperative working relationships with other frontline fundraisers within the region and across the country, sharing best practices Partner with key internal stakeholders Craft strategies to engage a more racially and ethnically diverse individual donor base that better reflects the rich diversity of our school communities Ensure team keeps accurate and up-to-date records of regional activity in Salesforce Regularly participate in the creation of necessary materials to inform the Board of Directors of ongoing regional development activity, successes, and needed resources Work with Director of Development to formulate strategy to strengthen relationships with local and statewide business community and grow organizational revenues   Additionally, in FY19 (ending June 30, 2019) you will: Co-lead execution of gap closure strategy to secure a total of $3MM in FY19 private revenue. Draft a FY20 plan to generate $5MM in private revenue, placing special emphasis on the development of a corporate engagement strategy and diversification of individual donor base to deepen our existing  and new supporters’ connection to and investment in our work in North Texas. Establish strong rapport with development team and learn their strengths and areas of development to create trusting manager-direct report relationships and formulate development plans that effectively leverage your team’s skill sets. What You’ll Bring We are looking for someone who is excited to use their development expertise to help organizations amplify their impact to achieve educational equity.   You motivate and influence others: Your keen understanding of the motivations and barriers of various leaders has enabled you to inspire others to make asks on your behalf and become powerful advocates for your cause. You lead with stewardship . You understand, embrace and act in a collaborative and donor centric matter. You manage experiences that lead donors to want to know more about the organization. You love to develop people and teams to get the best results. You are focused on being a great manager and creating a great environment for the Development team to grow, learn, and thrive. You have a proven track record of results leading a strong development function. You lead your teams to ambitious outcomes, time and time again. You have built, tested, and refined a toolkit of messages, data, and strategies you can leverage to reach your ambitious fundraising goals. You are strategic .  You balance meeting short-term needs with our long-term vision for achieving impact. You prioritize so that “what matters most right now”  happens and doesn’t get crowded by the “urgent but not important” work. Ideal candidates will have: 5-7 years of experience professional fundraising and development with demonstrated experience expanding and cultivating an existing donor base over time. Experience leading a team of direct reports toward achievement of ambitious development goals. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment, demonstrating resilience and a growth mindset Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with ability to influence, collaborate, and build trusting relationships to drive results High level of comfort taking and implementing frequent feedback to improve the work Ability to work well with people with a very wide diversity of demographic and cultural characteristics; must be capable of achieving results while maintaining an inclusive, collaborative leadership style Passion to work at an organization focused on ameliorating educational inequity Strong desire and ability to innovate and adopt new approaches to achieve results Exceptionally strong project management and time management skills Authorization to work in the United States required Additionally, alignment with our core values is essential for the success of any candidate: Educational Equity: We prioritize work based on its impact in eliminating the achievement gap. Disciplined Behavior: We are unapologetically results and competencies driven . Courage and Resilience: We take risks, rebound and persevere. Entrepreneurial Mindset: We own our outcomes and act with urgency. Reflection and Growth: We seek feedback and modify behavior to achieve results. Who We Are Teaching Trust is a nonprofit organization grounded in the conviction that school leadership is the single largest lever to improve public education. We develop strategic, visionary leaders at multiple levels within schools and school systems to engage and lead accountable, collaborative teams. These teams in turn ensure schools have high quality teaching and learning and aspirational cultures, which are necessary to provide an education that eliminates the opportunity gap for low-income students and students of color. We work in the following ways to provide education opportunities that eliminate racial and socioeconomic disparities and give our students choice for their life path: We train, develop, and support school teams to grow leadership capacity We collaborate with partners to transform principal preparation programs We build a community of educators through our work We influence the practices of the school systems with which we partner What We Offer Teaching Trust offers a competitive salary for this role. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and ensuring compensation equity for our staff, the salary for this role will be aligned based on level and tenure with the organization. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options, a generous vacation and holiday schedule, and a Simple IRA retirement plan with employer matching. Teaching Trust also offers a one-time moving stipend to new hires who are relocating for the role.   Teaching Trust is an equal opportunity employer. Teaching Trust evaluates applicants for employment on the basis of qualifications, merit and work-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth, medical condition, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, matriculation, or any other characteristic protected by law. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of such status. Teaching Trust positions are contingent on securing relevant contracts.

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: Instructional materials are among the most important tools educators use to improve and support student achievement. Research indicates that Texas could see significant improvements in student achievement outcomes if the Texas Education Agency (TEA) can help more teachers gain access to higher quality, standards-based instructional materials.  To do this, the agency is launching the first-ever online Instructional Material Portal (IMP) to support districts’ local review and adoption processes by providing clear, transparent, and user-friendly information about the quality of instructional materials—similar to a Consumer Reports for materials. TEA also seeks to provide resources and professional development opportunities related to the strong implementation of high-quality materials; this includes training to deepen knowledge of content and content pedagogy, develop leadership skills, and optimize use of resources to meet students’ needs.   The Director of Quality Instructional Materials reports to the Executive Director of Special Projects and will lead this critical work outlined above.  The Special Projects Division was created by the Deputy Commissioner of Academics and the Commissioner to act as an incubator within the agency to pilot innovative ideas and take them to scale across Texas.   Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter is required for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.   Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check.    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Development and project management of a rigorous, independent quality evaluation process and all statutory requirements associated with instructional materials portal Management of IMP team, including the Manager of Operations and the Manager of Quality Curriculum Implementation, and all supporting vendors Oversight of project-related internal operations including budget, legislative requirements and other agency requirements Development and execution of communication and stakeholder engagement plans required to successfully implement project goals Development of strategies and processes for the effective implementation of high-quality instructional materials among school districts statewide   Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; advanced degree in curriculum-related program is preferred  Experience: At least six (6) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: state programs or formal leadership in the field of education; management, analysis and strategic planning; experience with publishing companies preferred  Substitutions: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.  OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to innovate within large public agencies by designing and implementing new initiatives that scale across districts and schools Effective communication with a variety of stakeholders specifically as it relates to the vision for what constitutes the adoption and implementation of high quality instructional materials Management of projects toward outcomes, recognizing the need to prototype and iterate along the way and expecting the ultimate design to look different than the original idea Proven track record of exemplary management practices Adherence to accountability best practices to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while meeting program goals Ability to prioritize work, operate effectively with minimal supervision, take appropriate initiative, and exercise independent judgment Prior experience using data analysis software and communication tools including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access and/or Tableau to effectively synthesize, analyze and communicate vast amounts of data and documents effectively Development of effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups including district administrators, teachers, ESC personnel, education experts, publishers and all other relevant stakeholders Success leveraging different strategies and interpersonal skills to move the work forward, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability when presented with a change of course and deadline Willingness to fill a need, solve a problem, anticipates risks, and demonstrate initiative that strategically advances efforts A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve Supports other projects as requested by the Executive Director of Special Projects