Coordinator of Educator Pathways and Recruitment

Primary Purpose:

Coordinate and support implementation of the districts Grow Your Own educator pipeline including Teach Denton programming university partnerships clinical teaching student observations and targeted recruitment initiatives. Serve as a key partner to Human Resources in developing and sustaining a high-quality educator workforce by aligning pipeline development and recruitment efforts to district staffing priorities including high-need certification areas.

Qualifications:

Education and Certification

• Masters degree in education school leadership human resources or related field
• Valid Texas educator certification; administrator certification (preferred)

Experience

• Five (5) years of successful teaching experience
• Three (3) years of successful campus-level administration (preferred)
• Experience in educator recruitment program coordination and partnership development (preferred)

Knowledge and Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of educator pipelines clinical teaching models and workforce development practices
• Proficient recruitment public relations and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret data to inform recruitment strategies and workforce planning
• Proficient project management organizational and systems design skills
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills including public speaking and presentation
• Demonstrates professionalism ethical conduct and alignment with district mission and goals

Key Responsibilities:

Educator Pipeline Development & Teach Denton Program

• Coordinate the design implementation expansion and continuous improvement of the Teach Denton Grow Your Own educator pipeline from elementary through postsecondary completion and employment.
• Support the development and implementation of a comprehensive pipeline strategy that increases student awareness participation persistence certification attainment and hiring into the district.
• Coordinate and support campus-based Teach Denton Ambassadors ensuring consistency of program implementation across all participating campuses.
• Design and deliver professional learning training and support for program participants mentors and campus staff engaged in pipeline initiatives.
• Engage directly with students through campus visits clubs academies and internship experiences to build interest in the teaching profession and strengthen long-term pipeline continuity.
• Promote Teach Denton through presentations events and partnerships at the local regional and state levels to expand program visibility and participation.

University Partnerships & Field Experiences

• Serve as the district point of contact for educator field experiences including clinical teachers and student observers ensuring alignment with district expectations and campus needs.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with colleges and universities to align placement capacity certification pathways and district hiring priorities.
• Coordinate all aspects of placement processes including campus assignments onboarding requirements background checks and communication between campuses and higher education partners.
• Establish clear systems processes and timelines to ensure efficient placement monitoring and support of all candidates participating in field experiences.
• Develop and maintain tracking systems to monitor candidates from initial placement through program completion and potential employment with the district.
• Provide guidance training and ongoing support to campus administrators and cooperating teachers to ensure high-quality mentoring and successful field experiences.
• Collaborate with Human Resources leadership to align field experiences with residency programs and long-term workforce pipeline strategies.

Recruitment & Workforce Pipeline Alignment

• Develop and implement targeted recruitment strategies aligned to district staffing needs with emphasis on high-need certification areas.
• Recruit prospective educators through university job fairs district-hosted events and targeted outreach efforts to pipeline participants alumni and district graduates.
• Represent the district at regional and statewide recruitment initiatives to strengthen candidate pipelines and enhance district visibility.
• Plan coordinate and lead districtwide job fairs and recruitment events ensuring alignment with hiring timelines and staffing priorities.
• Collaborate with Human Resources leadership to align recruitment efforts with projected staffing demands and workforce planning strategies.
• Support onboarding and transition of pipeline participants clinical teachers and new hires into district employment to improve hiring outcomes and retention.

Stakeholder Engagement & Community Partnerships

• Serve as a liaison to students families community partners and external organizations supporting educator pipeline initiatives.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations nonprofit partners and local stakeholders to expand pipeline opportunities and support program sustainability.
• Communicate program opportunities expectations outcomes and impact to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate across departments including Human Resources and curriculum teams to support district initiatives related to staffing retention and workforce development.

Program Management Data Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Develop implement and maintain systems to track pipeline participants from initial engagement through certification and employment.
• Monitor and analyze recruitment and pipeline data to evaluate program effectiveness identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.
• Use data to improve pipeline-to-hire conversion rates and strengthen alignment between pipeline development and staffing outcomes.
• Support grant implementation compliance and reporting related to educator pipeline initiatives.
• Participate in district regional and state committees related to educator preparation and workforce development.
• Engage in continuous improvement strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen overall program effectiveness.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all district policies procedures and expectations as outlined in the employee handbook and administrative regulations.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Attend school board meetings community events and district activities as required.
• Engage in strategic planning leadership collaboration and continuous professional growth aligned with the goals of the department and district.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the department and district.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools and Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Appointment:
The Superintendent of Schools will recommend the appointment of this position to the Board of Trustees based on the applicants training experience and expertise. The Board of Trustees must give final approval.

Required Experience:

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