NYOS Charter School

Job Title: State & Federal Programs Coordinator

Reports to: Chief of Schools

Service days: 210

About NYOS

At NYOS Charter School, we educate the whole student. We foster a collegial Pre-K –12 program that challenges each learner with rigorous academics, innovative strategies and expectations for civic engagement.

Primary Role:

This position supports Grades PK-12. Under the direction of the Chief of Schools, the Federal Programs Coordinator administers the planning, organization, and direction of federal programs in cooperation with leadership and support staff. The Coordinator performs highly complex, managerial, and strategic work and is responsible for administering, coordinating, and implementing all federal programs. The Coordinator exercises critical judgment and considerable initiative in administering and coordinating of all federal programming. Performs related work as directed. 

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, administration, or related field
• Three years of educational leadership
• Experience in federal programs and/or grant management
• Proficiency in data analytics
• Experience leading collaborative efforts with stakeholders responsible for coordination, implementation, and monitoring of federal programs and grants

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Focus

• Administers, directs, and manages all federal programming to promote and facilitate a successful learning environment, and the accomplishment of District, Campus, and School Board schedules, goals, and objectives.
• Provides leadership and direction for all state and federal programs, including, grant writing, program implementation, budgeting, and reporting.
• Ensures internal compliance with federal guidelines, state statutes, and administrative regulations for all federal programming; and assists division leadership and schools in implementation.
• Plans, administers, and monitors all federal budgets including state/national grants in collaboration with school and district-level administrators.
•  Maintains confidentiality of federal program records. 
• Prepares reports and information for the school board regarding the application for and acquisition of federal funds.
• Prepares various reports and documentation for school leaders, the Texas Education Agency, and the Federal Government.
• Advises the Superintendent regarding matters related to federal programming and other matters. 
• Provides leadership and direction for grant-funded programs, budget, and staff. 
• Develops, monitors, supervises, and manages all aspects of the annual budgets for federal programs; and coordinates budget requests with campuses relative to federal programs.
• Supports and participates in District High-Reliability School initiatives as aligned with the Campus Improvement Plans and Federal Programs.
• Serves as District Coordinator for Emerging Bilingual Program: attends required training specific to Emerging Bilingual, oversees compliance, program development, and services that are aligned with student needs.
• Coordinates or leads professional development as appropriate to facilitate improvement and/or compliance in identified State & Federal programs, including the Emerging Bilingual Program.
• Collaborates with Data Fellow and Campus Principals to support the school's effort in Closing the Gaps.
• Serves as point person and coordinates activities for legal and audit matters about State and Federal program compliance.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional and responsible. 
• Participate in approved professional development to improve skills related to the job assignment. 

Compensation and Benefits:

Salaries for this role typically start between $62,589 and $87,582, commensurate with relevant qualifications and years of experience.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance 
• Short & Long-term disability
• Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System 
• 403b and 457 investment plans
• Health Savings Accounts 
• 8 days Paid Time Off 
• Discounted Health Club Membership
• A culture of continuous learning with opportunities for professional development 

Essential Functions

Physical abilities include but are not limited to being able to communicate information clearly as well as the ability to see objects at a close range and at a distance, in order to establish and maintain safe and effective working relationships with staff and students.

(Fingerprinting and background checks are mandatory for all applicants)

NYOS Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or disability, in hiring or providing education or access to benefits of educational services, activities, and programs. The Executive Director has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX. The Director of Special Services has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Both can be reached at 12301 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78753, 512-583-6967.