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　　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.Position Overview: The Supplemental Special Education Services (SSES) Specialist engages collaboratively with agency staff, Education Service Center (ESC) and contract/vendor/service provider personnel, school leadership, families, and other stakeholders. This position performs advanced (senior-level) consultative and technical assistance work related to the SSES program; serves as a first line editor/support for program-related resources/deliverables; develops and implements effective techniques for evaluating the program and guides staff in the development and integration of new methods and procedures; conducts quality assurance reviews and evaluations of the program and its alignment to department goals; consults with public and private agencies involved in the program to resolve problems, identify training needs, and discuss program effectiveness; determines the methodology and delivery of educational courses; develops and delivers training; and speaks to professional groups to coordinate, improve, and stimulate interest in the program and to secure support. This staff member works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.The successful candidate will support a statewide culture that assumes high expectations for all students, including those with disabilities. This position reports to the Director of Strategy and Outreach and supports the Family Engagement and Outreach Coordinator, who oversees the SSES program.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.and#8239;Essential Functions1. Technical Assistance and Consultative Support: Serves as the primary point of contact and acts as a liaison for families seeking technical assistance related to SSES. This includes communicating eligibility decisions to applicants, providing application status updates, and processing appeals. This also includes meeting with leadership regarding emerging needs to support families and the SSES Program.2. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Collaborate, communicate, and engage effectively with all stakeholders, including other state agencies, professional organizations, ESCs, LEAs, families, and community members so that they are a true part of the process of program development, implementation, and improvement. Provides oversight and guidance to a variety of internal and external stakeholder groups to present information about the SSES program.3. Program Coordination: Supports the Family Engagement and Outreach Coordinator in the plann ng, development, prioritization, implementation, and monitoring of the SSES program. This includes delivery of program products and services, coordinating activities, and leveraging resources to successfully meet the needs of stakeholders. Provides guidance and coordination in the implementation and maintenance of the SSES program. Supports and aligns with the TEA IT team and data analysis staff to develop, maintain, update, and improve the SSES application and its database. 4. Product Development and Publication Support: Leads, supports, reviews, and/or collaborates with division or agency staff and ESCs to develop and disseminate high quality, effective resources and products such as presentations, webinars, guidance documents, FAQs, and professional development materials based on current state policy and the most recent research on evidence-based practices relevant to students served through special education.Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university Experience: At least four (4) years of experience in teaching students with disabilities and/or project management in a related field. Experience in project management or managing complex processes with work in the field of special education and/or parent/stakeholder engagement involvement is highly preferred. Substitutions: An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience.Other Qualifications Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to special education; public administration and management techniques; statistical analysis processes; and of program planning and implementation Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines Excellent written and oral communication skills Skills in developing, facilitating, and delivering presentations to large and small groups Ability to take initiative and work independently on complex projects with latitude to make decisions A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve Proficient with Smartsheet and other project management systems preferredAs an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference.To review the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the States Position Classification Plan (provided by the State Auditor's Office), please access the Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) Guide and click on the military occupational category that corresponds with the state classification in this job posting title.This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency.No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.