Manager (IELCE)
Harris County Department of Education
Houston, TX 77022
$88,567 - $104,990 a year
Description
Primary Purpose:
Assist in the development and implementation of adult education integrated English and Literacy Civics Education (IELCE) programs to school districts, faith organizations and community-based organizations.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited university
- Master’s degree preferred
- Certificate or license in appropriate field
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- General knowledge of computer systems and software applications
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
- Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data
Experience:
- Five years experience in administration
- Five years area-specific experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Develop and implement effective registration procedures.
- Use a variety of strategies to recruit students for educational services.
- Develop a schedule of classes based on student and program needs.
- Provide effective feedback to teachers based on student performance and classroom observations.
- Develop and implement effective assessment strategies based on state assessment policies and local program procedures.
- Submit complete, accurate and timely program records including student registrations, progress testing and payroll according to local program procedures.
- Hire highly effective teachers and support staff according to HCDE and local program procedures.
- Take appropriate measures to maximize program resources and stay within program budget limits.
- Facilitate the effective implementation of distance education according to program needs.
- Maintain high levels of student participation necessary to meet state and program targets.
- Maintain high levels of student performance in state assessments necessary to meet state and program performance targets.
- Monitor student attendance and performance data and take appropriate corrective action to address problems in those areas.
- Develop and implement effective strategies to promote students’ transitions to employment, vocational training or post-secondary education.
- Assist in the professional development of teachers and program staff.
- Develop and implement an evidence-based curriculum based on state standards designed to meet identified student goals and program needs.
- Develop and submit reports to the Texas Workforce Commission detailing enrollment and IELCE program performance.
- Review and validate program data monthly in TEAMS ensuring accuracy of all program records.
- Participate in all Texas Workforce quarterly meetings and technical assistance meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.