Project Manager

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk is seeking a dynamic and team-oriented Project Manager to lead and oversee assigned projects from planning through implementation. This role ensures timely, compliant, and cost-effective project delivery through coordination of resources, stakeholder communication, and progress monitoring. The Project Manager will support multiple initiatives, including LASO – Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas (LIFT) and Intervention Academies, along with additional projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree.
6-7 years of classroom teaching experience.
4-6 years of experience as a campus or district administrator.
At least 5 years working with local education agencies (LEAs).
5-10 years experience facilitating high-quality professional learning for various stakeholders (i.e., teachers, campus leadership, district leadership); including coaching and technical assistance).
A firm understanding of research based literacy and math instruction for elementary and/or secondary students.
A willingness to become certified as a Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas (LIFT) support provider.
Deep understanding of multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS), including both planning and implementation.
Experience supporting emergent bilinguals.
Experience using collaborative technological tools such as Canvas, Teams, and Zoom.
Ability to multitask on several initiatives both independently and with colleagues.
Strong facilitation skills, including the ability to effectively plan, prepare, and deliver professional learning for adult audiences.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

A Master's Degree
20 years of relevant experience
ESL certification
Bilingual certification
Administrative certification

Responsibilities

Support the director and manager of the LASO - LIFT grants with LEAs in Texas and beyond with technical support, professional learning and coaching, at the discretion of direct supervisor.
Manage, develop and evaluate assigned projects and plans with emphasis on time schedule control, coordination of project development, implementation, and communication.
Support Tiered Interventions Using Evidence-Based Research (TIER) and the Intervention Academies.
Develop and manage project plans, change management processes, key milestones, communication mechanisms, and deliverables with project director and project team members, and other stakeholders.
Attend all trainings and meetings as required and maintain accurate documentation of work.
Other duties as assigned.