The position of a Director of College and Career Readiness is available at East Central ISD for the 2025-2026 school year. All individuals (district employees included) who are interested in this position must apply online through Frontline via the district website. The deadline for submitting an application is 4:00 pm., November 17, 2025, or until the position is filled.

POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE: Direct and manage the district’s College and Career Readiness program. Ensure that services are provided for special needs students and individualized education plans are provided to meet the needs of all students. Warrant compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Oversee the development and delivery of college and career readiness programs that incorporate district goals and support student achievement.
Develops and maintains effective partnerships with community employers and institutions of higher education to enhance CTE programs, expand work-based learning opportunities, and support Dual Credit and early postsecondary experiences for students.
Monitor and reevaluate career and technical education programs on an ongoing basis using input from community employers, teachers and principals, applied research, and student data to determine effectiveness and improve outcomes.
Recommend changes and adjustments to the program where appropriate to meet changing job markets, student, and community needs.
Collaborates with campus administration and instructional teams to monitor student progress toward CCMR indicators and establish strategic intervention systems to support students who are not yet meeting readiness benchmarks.
Work collaboratively with special programs staff to assure the needs of special populations are met in the CTE classroom.
Engage instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional tools and materials to meet student learning needs.
Manages curriculum content for the purposes of conforming to district and state curriculum and/or instructional objectives.
Plan and provide staff development related to College and Career Readiness that supports instructional programs, incorporates input from teachers and principals, and is consistent with the district’s mission.
Observes instructional practices across campuses to identify trends, provide actionable recommendations to school leaders, and support CTE teachers in implementing strategies that enhance student CCMR outcomes.
Provide input and work collaboratively with campus administrations through the master schedule process.
Facilitate registrations, memberships, and travel of CTSOs in collaboration with each CTSO advisor.
Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend the disposal and replacement of equipment when necessary.
Monitor PEIMS and program compliance as required by the Student Attendance Accounting Handbook for the CTE and GT programs.
Monitor Advanced Academics programs to ensure alignment with state standards, promote rigorous coursework, and provide opportunities for academically advanced students to succeed and excel.
Oversee Advanced Academics/GT and AVID program staff.
Maintain and administer the GT and CTE budgets.
Attend regular Board meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE: Not all applicants will be interviewed. Each applicant’s resumé, application, and other available information will be considered in the screening process. Only those persons currently meeting all of the minimum requirements will be screened.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:
Master’s degree
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of College and career readiness
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

EQUIPMENT USED: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

WORK CONDITIONS:  Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Work with frequent interruptions; Maintain emotional control under stress. Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.  Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse. Occasional light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds).  Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel. Protracted and irregular hours of work.