Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Strategic Compensation Administrator Coach

ESC Region 11•White Settlement, TX

About The Position

The Strategic Compensation Administrator Coach provides expert guidance to school districts on the use of Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) funds, helping them develop spending and compensation plans that support teacher recruitment, retention, and high-needs campuses. This role ensures alignment with TEA requirements and timelines, and supports districts in transitioning to performance-based compensation systems, including the Enhanced TIA designation under House Bill 2. The Coach collaborates with district financial and leadership teams to promote strategic, sustainable compensation models and supports the goals of the TIA Regional Support Grant by building district and ESC capacity to implement these systems effectively.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
Familiarity with TEA timelines for allotment notification, spending deadlines, and annual program submission requirements
Ability to guide districts in developing spending plans that support teacher retention, recruitment, and strategic placement
Knowledge of funding distribution models and compensation planning strategies such as stipends and salary-based plans
Understanding of statutory spending requirements for TIA funds
Familiarity and proficiency in strategic compensation design and implementation
Deep knowledge of Texas public school finance, including FSP, TIA allotments, and HB 2 enhancements
Ability to coach district teams on performance-based salary schedules
Familiarity with TEA guidelines, TIA data validation, and designation system requirements
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project management tools
Knowledge of annual Texas school district accounting, auditing, budgeting cycles and planning processes
Minimum of three years in a school district business office or central administration (required)
Experience in school finance leadership (required)

Nice To Haves

Master’s in Education, Business, Accounting, School Finance, or related field (preferred)
CPA or CMA (preferred)
TASBO or RSTBO certification (preferred)
Experience with strategic compensation, human capital systems, or TIA implementation (preferred)
Knowledge of finance, human capital systems, TIA, and data analysis (preferred)

Responsibilities

Ensure districts understand and comply with TEA deadlines for spending allotment funds and submitting Annual Program Submissions
Provide technical assistance on methods of compensation including stipends, salary raises, and combination plans
Assist districts in planning for contingencies such as teacher movement, resignations and retirement in relation to TIA compensation
Support districts in developing and formalizing teacher spending plans that align with district goals and TEA guidelines
Advise districts on statutory spending requirements for TIA funds
Serve as the primary ESC contact to TEA for Enhanced TIA
Support the ESC TIA Team in compiling and gathering data from the Local Education Agencies (LEA) to support the implementation of the Teacher Incentive Allotment at local and state levels
Guide districts in designing and implementing strategic compensation systems aligned with HB 2 and Enhanced TIA requirements
Collaborate with CFOs and business offices to ensure financial sustainability and accurate budgeting for performance-based compensation
Support districts in applying for the Enhanced TIA designation, including documentation, system design, and TEA submission
Provide technical assistance on aligning compensation plans with educator effectiveness metrics (e.g., T-TESS, student growth)
Assist districts in transitioning from seniority-based pay to performance-based salary schedules
Lead professional development sessions on strategic compensation, HB 2 updates, and TIA implementation
Support districts in completing their TIA application in regard to spending and distribution of allotment funds
Maintain documentation and reporting for grant compliance and program evaluation
Participate in TEA-led scoring and review processes for district applications
Performs other duties as assigned.