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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: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 salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.Position OverviewThe Family Engagement and ESA Coordinator works within the Infrastructure and Systems Support Unit of the Division of Stakeholder Engagement and Systems and Field Supports, housed in the Office of Special Populations and Student Supports (OSPSS). This advanced-level position provides strategic leadership and expert consultative services in support of agency-wide parent engagement initiatives, with a specialized focus on ensuring equitable access to Educational Savings Account (ESA) programs for students with disabilities who are, or may be, eligible for special education and related services in the public school system.This role requires extensive collaboration across divisions and external agencies, particularly in establishing and administering special education components of the ESA program in coordination with the Texas Comptrollerand#8217;s Office. The coordinator operates with minimal supervision and exercises considerable independent judgment and initiative in the execution of responsibilities.As business needs evolve, the responsibilities and focus of the Family Engagement and ESA Coordinator role may shift. This role calls for adaptability and a willingness to embrace change, with the assurance that any adjustments will remain within the scope of the job classification.Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. Please note that a resume and cover letter 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 FunctionsJob duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.1. Technical Assistance and Consultative Support: Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external stakeholders regarding ESA program access for students with disabilities. Provide expert-level guidance and consultation on special education eligibility and service coordination within the ESA framework.2. Product and Program Development and Publication Support: Develop the program and infrastructure with intra- and inter-agency colleagues to document eligibility for the ESA program by students with disabilities so that funding entitlements can be determined by the comptroller. Consult and collaborate with the division of parental choice and other offices as necessary to develop parent-facing resources and local educational agency (LEA) supports.3. Program Data and Reporting: Assist in the design, development, implementation, maintenance, updating, and standardization of processes, data management systems, and the TEAL based application related to the ESA program data to meet statutory and technical requirements. Reporting data frequently to various stakeholders.4. Foster Cross-Agency Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with other state agencies, education service centers (ESCs), LEAs, advocates, and families. Prepare and present information to a wide variety of stakeholders on the ESA program.5. Program Coordination: Coordinate the ESA program for OSPSS, while engaging in continuous improvement and quality review efforts. Review documentation provided and make eligibility decisions for students with disabilities who wish to participate in the ESA program.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualificationsand#8226; Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or universityand#8226; Degree field(s): Education, Special Educationand#8226; Experience: At least five (5) years of experience in special education, public education, or in states that operated education savings account (ESA) programsOther Qualificationsand#8226; Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the militaryand#8226; An advanced degree with a focus on special education or project management is preferredand#8226; Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to special education; of public administration and management techniques; of statistical analysis processes; and of program planning and implementationand#8226; Highly skilled in a variety of technology tools and software applications (Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Xcel, InDesign, etc.); ability to create clear and visually appealing documents and tools for diverse stakeholdersand#8226; Strength in building and sustaining effective interpersonal working relationships with diverse colleagues and stakeholders in a fast-paced, results-oriented environmentand#8226; Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environmentand#8226; Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlinesand#8226; Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyzeand#8226; Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skillsAs 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.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 sende
