Principal Director of Parent Choice (Director III)

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It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career SectionMISSION: 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:and#8226; We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.and#8226; 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.and#8226; We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.and#8226; 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 candidateand#8217;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 of the salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.POSITION OVERVIEW: The Department of Authorizing and Policy supports Texas LEAs to provide high-quality public school options for Texas students. The Director of Parent Choice is an integral leader in the Department and will establish the new Parent Choice team. The Director establishes and coordinates the strategic vision for parent choice and engagement across the agency. The role also leads the coordination across multiple TEA teams and with the Comptrollerand#8217;s office to provide information and data necessary for the execution of Education Savings Accounts through Senate Bill 2.The work entails overseeing the approval of private school accreditation entities, communicating with the Comptrollerand#8217;s office and coordinating the sharing of financial, special education, and enrollment data, providing technical assistance and support to LEAs regarding required parent engagement plans, and coordinating cross-functional alignment of parent facing information across multiple agency initiatives and workstreams. The role reports directly to the Deputy Associate Commissioner of Authorizing and Policy and works under minimum supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.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. Education Savings Account Data and Information Sharing: Lead collaboration and coordination with the Comptrollerand#8217;s office and multiple TEA teams to provide necessary information related to financial, special education, and enrollment data for the execution of Texasand#8217; Education Savings Account.2. Private School Accreditation Entity Recognition and Engagement: Oversee the accreditation entity recognition process and engage ent with private school accreditation entities.3. Development of Parent Resources and LEA Supports: Provide technical assistance to LEAs regarding required parent engagement plans, parental rights handbooks and forms, and engagement activities. Design model resources for LEAs to adopt and implement. Provide consultative support to senior-level LEA leaders.4. Parent Communication Alignment: Lead the cross-functional alignment of parent-facing resources and communication across TEA. Coordinate messaging, supports, and the presentation of information and data for parents across multiple TEA initiatives.5. Team Management and Supervision: Build and manage a high-quality detail-oriented team that embraces innovation, best practice, and continuous improvement.Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:and#8226; Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or universityand#8226; Experience: At least seven [7] years of experience in parent choice and engagement, program design and implementation, and/or project management and multi-team collaboration initiativesand#8226; Substitutions: An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experienceOTHER QUALIFICATIONS:and#8226; Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military;and#8226; Knowledge of Texas school law and policy (preferred);and#8226; Previous experience providing consultative support to school and district leaders (preferred);and#8226; Excellent professional written and communication skills with experience creating and proofing professional written work (preferred);and#8226; Experience managing budgets and grants;and#8226; An exemplary track record providing administrative/technical assistance with the ability to work well under pressure;and#8226; Strong prioritization, time management and organizational skills with capability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines;and#8226; Meticulous attention to detail;and#8226; Ability to analyze and solve work-related problems;and#8226; A strong customer-service mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve division and agency goals;and#8226; A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve;and#8226; Ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment.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 Stateand#8217;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 and#8220;occupational categoryand#8221; 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.To learn more about working at TEA, including hiring timelines, process details, and candidate resources, please visit the Employment at TEA page.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

Created: 2026-01-29