Job Title:            Director of Special Programs                              Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Executive or

                                                                                                              Administrator in an Educational Establishment

Reports to:        Superintendent                                                     Date Revised:

Dept./School:    Central Office

Primary Purpose:

Coordinate the district federal/special programs. Collaborate with district staff and outside personnel to formulate, develop, implement, and evaluate federal/special programs. This position may be combined with other Central Office roles and responsibilities dependent on the candidate’s experience.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree in education

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of federal and special program rules and regulations

Ability to interpret data

Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Ability to implement policy and procedures

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Three years’ experience as a classroom teacher

Two years’ experience in instructional leadership roles

Two years’ experience in state and federal educational programs

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

1. Participate in the district-level decision-making process to establish and review the district’s goals and objectives and major classroom instructional programs. Ensure that goals and objectives are developed using effective collaborative processes and problem-solving techniques.
2. Monitor and reevaluate instructional programs on an ongoing basis using input from teachers and principals, applied research, and student data to determine effectiveness and improve outcomes. Recommend changes and adjustments where appropriate.
3. Ensure that the necessary time, resources, materials, and technology to support accomplishment of education goals are available.
4. Actively support the efforts of others to achieve district goals and objectives and campus performance objectives.
5. Evaluate all federal legislation, projects, and programs for grant, entitlement, and allocation opportunities relevant to the needs of the district and make recommendations regarding participation.
6. Participate in the drafting of project proposals and reports, including the writing and development of program goals, objectives, and budget for federal/special funding of programs including preparing and submitting standard applications for federal funds to Texas Education Agency (TEA).
7. Serve as liaison between school and other agencies on joint projects that are federally funded.
8. Monitor grant-funded programs and their expenditures to ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines and ensure that programs are cost effective and managed wisely.
9. Advise superintendent or designated administrator of the financial and administrative impact on the district of current and impending legislation.
10. Develop and implement a continuing evaluation of federal/special programs and implement changes based on the findings.
11. Compile budget and cost estimates based on documented program needs.

Policy, Reports, and Law

1. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including mandatory financial reports to TEA.
2. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board policy.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of support staff.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Reviewed by                                                                                                           Date   

Received by         Date