Eagles Teach Program Specialist II

Texas A&M University System•Texarkana, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Eagle Teach Program Specialist II is a grant-funded position supported through the Moody Eagles Teach Rural Expansion Grant for a three-year funding period. The position collaborates with the Division of Education to coordinate and implement grant-funded initiatives designed to strengthen the educator pipeline throughout rural Northeast Texas. Responsibilities include supporting the recruitment, engagement, and retention of future educators from elementary through high school; coordinating partnerships with local school districts; planning and implementing educational programming and events; collecting and reporting program data; and supporting overall grant implementation and compliance. The Program Specialist II also provides administrative support to the Educator Preparation Program by assisting the Certification Coordinator with certification-related data collection, data entry, record maintenance, and document organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in education or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related professional experience.
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills
Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment
Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours
Maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Higher Education, Business Administration, Communications, or related field.
Experience working in a Texas public school district or higher education.
Experience coordinating educational programs, grants, or outreach initiatives.
Experience planning events and managing program data.
Knowledge of educator preparation and certification processes.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Eagles Teach Program Manager to implement all aspects of the Eagles Teach initiative.
Coordinate day-to-day operations across partner school districts.
Serve as liaison between Texas A&M University–Texarkana and partner school districts.
Develop and maintain relationships with district administrators, counselors, teachers, and community partners.
Coordinate recruitment and engagement activities for elementary, middle, and high school students interested in education careers.
Assist with scholarship awareness and student communication.
Plan and coordinate professional development for Eagles Teach participants and partner educators.
Coordinate camps, career fairs, recognition ceremonies, recruitment events, and other program activities.
Collaborate with University Advancement on marketing, outreach, and communication efforts.
Assist with implementation of grant goals, timelines, and performance measures.
Collect, organize, maintain, and report program participation data.
Maintain accurate program records and documentation.
Assist the Certification Coordinator with certification-related data collection, data entry, record maintenance, file organization, and state/university reporting processes.
Hire, train, and supervise student workers as assigned.
Travel to partner districts and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value)
Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse
Employee and Children coverage
Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
75% waiver of tuition and fees for full-time employees, their spouses and children
8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month
8 hours of sick leave paid time off every month
8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave
12-15 paid holidays each year
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Professional Development via LinkedIn Learning
Employee Assistance Program
On Campus Wellness Opportunities