Division Director of School Improvement (Director III)

Job Description - Division Director of School Improvement (Director III) (00051707) Job Description Division Director of School Improvement (Director III) ( 00051707 ) Organization : TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY Primary Location

Primary Location : Texas-Austin Work Locations : Texas Education Agency 1701 NORTH CONGRESS AVENUE Austin 78701 Job

Job : Management Employee Status

Employee Status : Regular Schedule

Travel

Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time State Job Code : 1622 Salary Admin Plan : B Grade : 28 Salary (Pay Basis)

Salary (Pay Basis) : 7,716.66 - 10,383.83 ( Monthly ) Number of Openings

Number of Openings : 1 Overtime Status

Overtime Status : Exempt Job Posting

Job Posting : Aug 7, 2025, 7:22:47 PM Closing Date Closing Date : Ongoing Description 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. Core Values: • We are Determined:

We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students. • We are People-Centered:

We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students. • We are Learners:

We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students. • We are Servant Leaders:

Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them. New hires, re-hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role. Position Overview:

The Division Director of School Improvement (SI) sets the strategy and vision for Texas’s school improvement and intervention work for identified low-performing districts and campuses and manages internal and external partners to effectively execute against this vision. The division director leads a team of campus support specialists and directors to support campuses in using Effective Schools Framework diagnostic data to develop targeted improvement plans and turnaround plans anchored in high impact research-based strategies (e.g., high quality instructional material, instructional leadership strategies), and then to coach principals and district leaders (particularly District Coordinators of School Improvement and annually, superintendents) toward strong fidelity of implementation of selected strategies based on data reflection and observations. Given that school improvement is a substantial statewide effort in collaboration with all 20 regional service centers, multiple vendors, and the Center for Effective Schools at Region 13, the division director also drives yearlong training, communications, and effective collaboration with these key external parties to provide high impact capacity-building, support, and guidance to districts and campuses engaged in School Improvement. This is a cross-functional leadership role at the agency, with the division director often collaborating with governance, accountability, and program support teams to ensure that TEA is collectively delivering strong service and support to campuses and districts. This position reports to Associate Commissioner of District Planning & Supports. As a member of the senior leadership team of the Department of District Planning & Supports (DPAS), the division director also frequently collaborates with fellow division directors to drive joint statewide strategy, continuously improve internal department approaches, and model and proactively build a positive, productive department culture. Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. Please note that a resume, tailored cover letter, and short answer responses are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check. Essential Functions Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned. 1. Strategy, Vision, and Planning:

Sets the vision, strategy, and goals for the key work of the SI division; Collaborates with team to build a strong plan to execute against the vision; Invests team in the broader change vision 2. High Impact Campus Support:

Manages a team to develop high quality targeted improvement plans and turnaround plans aligned to Effective Schools Framework diagnostic data and highest impact improvement strategies; conduct observations and collect key metrics to track fidelity of implementation of strategies; coach and develop campus principals and District Coordinators for School Improvement toward stronger fidelity of implementation; and track toward ultimately goal of progress/improvement made by the campuses identified as CSI and/or D/Fs based on state/federal accountability, as well as campuses meeting exit criteria 3. External and Internal Partner Support, Collaboration, and Management:

Lead team to deliver strong yearlong scope and sequence of training, communications, and collaboration with all 20 Regional Service Centers, key vendors, and Center for Effective Schools at Region 13; create aligned plans/goals and performance manage external partners effectively to meet collective school improvement outcomes. Lead collaborations with other TEA divisions to move forward collective goals, including but not limited to all DPAS divisions, System Support & Innovation division, Division of Authorizing, Department of Instructional Strategy, Governance, and Assessment & Accountability 4. Effective Internal Systems and Operations:

Manage a team toward effective, compliant, and impactful grant management, performance management, project management, and critical data and technology systems management 5. Team Management and Supervision:

Manages and coaches teammates effectively toward program outcomes and individual development goals and needs; fosters a positive, productive, and collaborative team culture Qualifications Minimum Qualifications • Education:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university • Experience:

At least seven (7) years of experience working within or in collaboration with school districts, education service centers, and/or statewide education initiatives. This includes two (2) years of robust program management experience in the education sector; and two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: facilitating high-quality professional development for LEA leadership and/or campus-level staff; coaching LEA leadership and/or campus-level staff; or providing consultation and strategic support to senior LEA leadership, such as Superintendents, Chief Academic Officers, or Chief Innovation Officers. Prior experience managing a team is required. Other Qualifications • Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military • Experience and knowledge in research-based school improvement strategies and tactics • Ability to act with purpose that impacts and positively influences the perceptions, thinking, and actions of others • Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines • Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment • Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze • Collaborative and results-oriented, especially within a team environment • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Experience supporting school system leaders (Superintendent and cabinet members) with the design and execution of system level reforms and improvement efforts • Experienced in planning, facilitating, and leading change among stakeholders • Comfortable and confident in speaking and presenting to large groups of people • Ability to build relationships, motivate, and inspire others • A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve

As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference. To review the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the State’s Position Classification Plan (provided by the State Auditor's Office), please access the Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) Guide and click on the military “occupational category” that corresponds with the state classification in this job posting title. This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency. No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Please add "capps.recruiting@cpa.texas.gov" and "@tea.texas.gov" to your safe senders list to ensure you receive email notifications from our talent acquisition team and/or hiring division regarding your candidacy.

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