(Anticipated Vacancy) Certification Support Coordinator- Grant Funded Position- Fixed Term (Through March 31, 2028, HUMAN RESOURCES
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Cypress, TX 77429
$37 an hour
Description
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, education, business administration, public administration, or a related field; (Master’s degree preferred)
- Experience as a K–12 educator for three years, or equivalent experience supporting educator certification or preparation programs;
- Knowledge of Texas educator certification requirements, alternative certification pathways, and TExES examinations (or demonstrated ability to acquire knowledge rapidly);
- Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, data tracking systems, learning management platforms, and vendor-based instructional resources;
- Self-motivated; ability to provide outstanding customer service; excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups of educators and stakeholders;
- Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain certification requirements, timelines, and expectations;
- Ability to utilize digital platforms and communication tools to support program coordination, teacher engagement, and information sharing;
- Experience utilizing and maintaining a variety of databases with the ability to track progress, analyze data, and generate reports from multiple sources;
- Effective ability to work on multiple assignments, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and ensure compliance with district and grant requirements; and
- Ability to perform a variety of tasks and adjust priorities on short notice, with little to no direction.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Full-time, at-will, grant-funded position through March 31, 2028. Employment is strictly limited to the grant period and will end on that date; it will not be extended.
THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION FOR 2 CALENDAR YEARS
SALARY:
$37.00/hour
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develops, coordinates, and manages the district’s Certification Support Program for uncertified teachers across multiple campuses.
- Aligns certification support structures, timelines, and interventions with district staffing priorities and Texas Education Agency certification requirements.
- Monitors and measures teacher progress toward certification, including exam registration, preparation milestones, and certification completion.
- Supports efforts to increase districtwide educator certification rates through structured supports, targeted interventions, and accountability systems.
- Coordinates certification preparation activities, including protected release days, content-specific bootcamps, tutoring sessions, and study plans.
- Facilitates collaboration with campus leadership, Human Resources staff, and external vendors to ensure effective implementation of certification supports.
- Gathers, compiles, and reports to the HR Director and district leadership data related to teacher engagement, exam participation, pass rates, and certification outcomes.
- Supports teachers through certification pathways by communicating expectations, timelines, and available resources clearly and consistently.
- Works closely with the HR Director and district leadership team to identify staffing needs, prioritize certification efforts, and remove barriers to certification completion.
- Supports the design and implementation of certification support structures, including development of performance monitoring and accountability plans.
- Maintains accurate documentation related to certification support activities, grant compliance, and progress monitoring.
- Provides regular (at least monthly and as requested) reports documenting progress toward certification milestones, including key deliverables and related data.
- Coordinates exam registration processes, including management of upfront exam funding and tracking of exam completion.
- Identifies teachers requiring additional support and coordinates targeted interventions to increase likelihood of first-attempt exam success.
- Analyzes certification and retention data to provide recommendations and strategies to district leadership to address high-need certification areas.
- Supports communication and recognition efforts related to certification achievements and program milestones.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
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 a mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent district-wide travel; occasional out-of-district travel may be required
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
DEADLINE TO APPLY:
until filled
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