Director - Teacher Incentive Allotment

ROLE AND PURPOSE

Provide district-level leadership for the implementation and compliance of the Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) system, designed to reward high-performing teachers through increased compensation. This role focuses on developing sustainable pay structures, analyzing teacher effectiveness data, and ensuring compliance with Texas Education Agency (TEA) regulations, including the 90% spending requirement. The Director ensures fidelity of implementation and drives instructional impact through high-quality training, data analysis, and collaboration with district and campus leaders. This position reports directly to the Executive Director, who is responsible for performance evaluation and overall supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Master's degree preferred Valid Texas State Board of Educator Certification preferred T-TESS Appraiser Certification required T-PESS Certification preferred

Experience:

Three (3) to five (5) years of educational leadership experience Experience in implementing and supporting teacher evaluation systems Experience providing professional learning to administrators and instructional staff preferred Proven experience in educational leadership, compensation modeling, and working with Teacher Incentive Allotment programs preferred

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

Strong Knowledge of effective instructional practices and teacher development In-depth understanding of the T-TESS appraisal system including evidence collection calibration and compliance Knowledge of Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) requirements data capture and system approval processes Ability to analyze and interpret instructional observation and student growth data Ability to plan and facilitate high-quality professional learning for adult learners Strong organizational communication and collaboration skills Ability to manage multiple districtwide initiatives and meet required timelines

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

I.

TEACHER INCENTIVE ALLOTMENT

Serve as the district lead for all aspects of the Teacher Incentive Allotment program Direct and coordinate the district's local designation system ensuring compliance with TEA requirements Manage the districts work with the TIA consultant including planning feedback and deliverables Oversee the collection validation and submission of TIA-related data Collaborate with Office of School Leadership and campus leadership to ensure system alignment Support system expansions modifications and annual program submissions Communicate TIA processes expectations and outcomes to district stakeholders Ensure alignment between teacher appraisal, student growth measures, and compensation outcomes within the local designation system Monitor program effectiveness, including designation distribution patterns, compensation impact, and teacher retention outcomes Collaborate with Finance, Payroll, and the Human Resources Compensation Division to ensure accurate calculation, distribution, and reporting of TIA funds.

II. EVALUATION SYSTEMS

Serve as the district lead for staff evaluation including Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) and Texas Principal Evaluation & Support System (T-PESS) Ensure consistent and high-quality implementation of T-TESS across all campuses Develop and deliver T-TESS training for teachers campus administrators and district staff Plan and facilitate calibration activities to ensure reliability and validity of appraisal ratings Monitor appraisal timelines compliance requirements and documentation Analyze T-TESS data to identify trends and support instructional improvement

III. PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AND SUPPORT

Design and deliver professional learning related to educator effectiveness and instructional growth Supports campus administrators in developing strong instructional leadership practices Provide guidance and observation evidence scoring accuracy and feedback conversations

IV. EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE

Personal computer, printer, fax machine, copier, scanner, and calculator. Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, One Drive, etc.) Google Suite applications (Docs, G-Mail, Sheets, Slides, Drive, etc.)

V. OTHER DUTIES

Perform other duties as assigned

VI. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

VII. WORKING CONDITIONS

MENTAL

DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.

Posture:

Moderate standing; Prolonged sitting and standing

Motion:

Moderate walking

Lifting:

Occasional lifting and carrying of materials

Environment:

Frequent district-wide travel between campuses, Occasional evening or weekend work for training and deadlines

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress, with frequent interruptions, meet deadlines related to state compliance and data submission. Duty Days 243 Pay Grade Admin Professional 7