Job Details
| Region: | 4 |
| School District/Employer: | Cleveland ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office, |
| Position: | Director, |
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| Job Title: | Director - Federal and Special Programs |
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| Date Posted: | 6/9/2025 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | PRIMARY FUNCTION Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the district’s federal and special programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements and equitable access to services. Programs include but are not limited to: Title I (A, C, D), Title II, Title III, Title IV, Title V, McKinney-Vento Homeless Education, Migrant Education, Section 504, Dyslexia, Gifted and Talented (GT), Response to Intervention (RTI), and State Compensatory Education. Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs to support student achievement and close performance gaps. QUALIFICATIONS Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university Master’s degree in Education, Educational Administration, or related field preferred Valid Texas teaching certificate Principal or Mid-Management Certification preferred Special Knowledge/Skills: Strong knowledge of SEL frameworks, character education, and evidence-based mental health practices Familiarity with trauma-informed care and cultural competency Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to analyze data, assess needs, and evaluate program effectiveness Experience with staff development and crisis intervention Experience: Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in federal/state/special programs preferred EVALUATION Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provision of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Oversee planning, implementation, and compliance of all federal and special programs. Provide leadership to ensure alignment of programs with district improvement plans and student success initiatives. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of services and support adjustments based on data and stakeholder input. Ensure full compliance with all federal and state mandates related to funded programs. Prepare and submit timely applications, compliance reports, and evaluations for federal and special programs. Maintain accurate documentation and respond to monitoring and audit requests. Develop and manage budgets for all federal programs and state compensatory funding. Ensure appropriate use of funds, including allowable expenditures and supplement not supplant requirements. Monitor fund balances and provide financial reports as needed. Collaborate with campus administrators and support teams to identify and serve eligible students (e.g., economically disadvantaged, migrant, homeless, ELs, at-risk). Provide ongoing training and technical assistance to staff on program requirements and instructional strategies. Support campuses in implementing program initiatives and using program-specific data to guide instruction. Develop and support parent and family engagement plans for Title I and other federal programs. Communicate program goals, student eligibility, and available services to parents and stakeholders. Build partnerships with community agencies to enhance program effectiveness. Supervise and evaluate coordinators, specialists, and support personnel related to federal and special programs. Support recruitment, training, and retention of high-quality staff for program implementation. WORK ENVIRONMENT 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 25 pounds) Environment: Frequent district wide travel; occasional statewide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress The above statements are intended to describe major job functions of this position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The Superintendent or designee may assign additional duties when deemed appropriate. Special Funding: If my position is funded by grants, federal funding, or other special funding, I understand that my employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding for the position. If full funding becomes unavailable my employment is subject to termination or non-renewal, as applicable. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed to the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, ability, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. |
| Qualifications: | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university Master’s degree in Education, Educational Administration, or related field preferred Valid Texas teaching certificate Principal or Mid-Management Certification preferred |
| Salary Range: | Minimum: $83,941 Mid-Point: $98,428 Maximum: $115,141 |
| Benefits: | https://www.clevelandisd.org/o/cisd/page/benefits |
| How To Apply: | https://www.applitrack.com/clevelandisd/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=2809 |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Erica McCarter |
| Email: | erica.mccarter@clevelandisd.org |
| Address: | 316 E. Dallas Street |
| City: | Cleveland |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 77327 |
| Phone: | (281) 592-8717 |
| Fax: | (281) 592-8283 |