Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Grants and Systems Manager (Education Specialist V)

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:
• We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.
• 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.
• We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.
• 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 candidate’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.

This is a 10-day posting, which will close on June 19, at 11:59pm.

Position Overview: The Division of District Talent Systems is dedicated to empowering Texas school districts with the tools and support needed to recognize, reward, and retain exceptional educators. At the heart of this mission is the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)—a transformative initiative designed to create a pathway for outstanding teachers to earn six-figure salaries and its offshoot, Enhanced TIA which expands the opportunities to administrators as well.

As a Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Grants and Systems Manager, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the division’s vision. You will support the implementation of TIA across the state, ensuring districts have the guidance and resources necessary to develop and sustain high-quality local designation systems. This role will focus on TIA and regional technical assistance support. Your work will directly impact the professional growth and compensation of Texas educators.

In this role, you will:
• Deliver expert technical assistance to partners such as districts, Education Service Centers (ESCs), and third-party providers.
• Support the execution of the TIA related grant programs, fostering collaboration and innovation in strategic compensation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of performance management systems.
• Collaborate with district and regional leaders to design and refine systems that elevate teacher effectiveness and student outcomes.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in project management, performance management, and technical assistance delivery, with a passion for educational equity and excellence. This position reports to the Deputy Director of TIA Partnerships and Supports and offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of teacher compensation in Texas.

**Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. **

**Please note that a resume, tailored cover letter, and short answer responses 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 Functions
Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.

1. Grants Planning and Implementation: Provide grant planning and implementation support to expand Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) services to districts in partnership with Education Service Centers (ESCs). This includes coordinating timelines, monitoring implementation progress, and supporting alignment between grant objectives and ESC-delivered services.
2. ESC Knowledge Development and Team Partnership: Manage assigned TIA Specialized ESC Hub, including oversight of grant requirements, goal setting, and long-term planning to support statewide TIA district implementation of local designation systems. Collaborate with ESC partners to strengthen technical assistance capacity and lead the development of a certification system for TIA technical assistance providers.
3. TIA Regional ESC Grant Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for a cohort of assigned ESCs implementing the TIA Regional Support grant. Facilitate recurring meetings to review grant expectations, analyze data- driven accountability measures, and monitor outcomes related to regional TIA support efforts.
4. TIA Grants Staffing: Support ESC staffing efforts related to TIA grant objectives by providing hiring resources and guidance aligned to district needs. Manage ESC staffing plans and communications, and develop onboarding materials and TIA orientation resources for ESC TIA team members and relevant non-TIA ESC departments.