About this role
Program Transformation Specialist (REMOTE)
Position Description: This role focuses on managing complex projects, providing tailored technical assistance, and guiding collaborative strategic planning efforts that advance educator effectiveness.
About the University: Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
About the Department and/or College: US PREP serves as a dynamic hub of research, innovation, and best practices, continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible in teacher preparation. We see ourselves as a leader in pioneering evidence-based methodologies and fostering research that informs and transforms the way teachers are trained and staffed. Our vision encompasses a commitment to students who have been historically underserved, anticipating educational trends and student needs, and adapting our programs to meet the ever-changing needs of school systems and educator preparation programs.
Major/Essential Functions: The Transformation Specialist plays a vital role in advancing US PREP’s mission by offering on-the-ground assistance to colleges of education, school districts, and community organizations. Our overarching aim is to ensure that every child, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds, have access to highly effective teachers.
As a Transformation Specialist, you'll provide technical assistance covering a range of areas, including but not limited to:
• Assisting colleges of education in transforming their teacher preparation programs • Offering strategic staffing guidance to educator preparation programs and their district partners to support sustainably paid teacher residencies • Leading communities of practice with multiple educator preparation programs, school district partners, and community organizations to create regional goals around high-quality teacher preparation • Helping educator preparation programs establish partnerships with community colleges and high schools to build clear, accessible pathways into teaching • Working with school districts to help them redesign their school staffing models to promote teacher leadership, differentiated compensation, and sustainable workloads. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Project Management: Coordinate and manage various initiatives and projects related to teacher preparation program transformation, school district partnerships, and community engagement efforts. • Technical Assistance: Provide hands-on support and guidance to colleges of education, school districts, and community organizations in transforming teacher preparation programs and school staffing models. • Strategic Planning: Assist in developing and implementing strategic plans to improve teacher effectiveness, particularly for students from marginalized backgrounds. • Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with colleges of education, school districts, community organizations, and other stakeholders to promote collaboration and achieve shared goals. • Training and Capacity Building: Develop and deliver training sessions, workshops, and professional development opportunities to build the capacity of educators and administrators to ensure sustainability of initiatives. • Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret data to assess the impact of transformation efforts and identify areas for improvement. • Continuous Improvement: Participate in ongoing reflection, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts to refine strategies and approaches for achieving the mission and goals of US PREP.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Effective Facilitation: Demonstrates strong facilitation skills to lead engaging and productive sessions with diverse groups of stakeholders. • Adult Coaching Proficiency: Proficient skills in coaching adults, providing guidance and support tailored to contextual needs. • Organizational Acumen: Exhibits strong organizational skills to maintain order and structure in projects and activities. • Time and Project Management: Possesses strong time and project management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and ensure successful project outcomes. • Relationship Building: Ability to build professional relationships with colleagues, external providers, fostering trust and collaboration to achieve common goals. • Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently and demonstrates self-motivation to drive progress and achieve objectives. • Consequential Thinking: Ability to apply consequential thinking to anticipate potential outcomes and make informed decisions. • Receptivity to Feedback: Ability to remain receptive to feedback, actively seeking input to improve performance and effectiveness. • Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities with flexibility and resilience. • Leadership Abilities: Exhibits strong leadership skills to inspire and guide teams toward shared goals and objectives. • Problem-Solving Aptitude: Demonstrates the ability to identify and navigate challenges effectively, employing creative problem-solving strategies. • Optimistic Outlook: Ability to approach challenges with optimism and positivity, anticipating needs and generating innovative solutions to address them.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus three years related experience.
Preferred Qualifications: • Master's degree (in education, preferred). • Experience in effectively coordinating and leading educator preparation transformation efforts. • Experience in adult education or professional development and leading effective teams. • Demonstrated leadership in working with schools that have been historically underserved.
Safety Information: Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.