Director of Career and Technical Education (CTE)

About KIPP Texas Public SchoolsKIPP Texas Public Schools is a free, public charter school network with more than 45 Pre-K - 12 schools across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. With over 30 years in Texas, we work together with our families and communities to prepare students for college, career, and beyond! Our schools provide a high-quality, well-rounded education built on academic success and personal growth, where all students learn and thrive in a productive, safe, and joyful way!As one of the earliest charter networks in Texas—founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018—we hire dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission-driven community that wants every child to "run to school," the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you!KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni.Job DescriptionThe Director of Career and Technical Education (CTE) serves as the district leader responsible for implementing the strategic direction, vision, implementation and accountability systems for all CTE programming across secondary schools. This role provides leadership to ensure that CTE pathways are high-quality, equitable, and aligned with workforce, postsecondary, and state priorities. The Director leads a statewide team of CTE coordinators, and specialists to design, scale, and sustain industry-aligned pathways that prepare every student for success in college, career, and beyond.ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Leadership Vision and InnovationDevelop and execute a multi-year strategic plan for CTE that aligns to district goals, state accountability (Perkins V, CCMR, TIA), and regional workforce needs with CCMR goals at forefrontDrive innovation in CTE program design, ensuring pathways reflect high-wage, high-demand industriesAdvise district leadership and Board on CTE expansion, outcomes, and policy implicationsPromote cross-sector collaboration between STEM, arts, and workforce pathwaysDevelop scalable models for middle-to-high school alignment, career exposure, and early college experiencesProgram Quality and Accountability:Establish clear quality standards and performance metrics for all CTE programs of studyOversee data systems for tracking student concentrator/completer status, IBC attainment, dual credit enrollment, and work-based learning participationLead statewide program evaluations and audits to ensure compliance and continuous improvementPlan and coordinate professional development opportunities for CTE teachers and specialists to enhance their effectiveness instructionallyMonitor program implementation across schools to ensure consistency, rigor, and alignment to district expectationsBudget Management:Oversee federal and state CTE funding (Perkins V, grants, and special allocations) to ensure compliance and maximize impactAlign budgets with strategic priorities, ensuring equitable resource distribution across campuses and pathwaysMonitor funding allocations, spending, and long-term sustainability of CTE initiatives and pathway expansionPolicy and Compliance:Ensure districtwide compliance with state and federal CTE regulations, including TEA program approval, service ID alignment, and PEIMS accuracyDevelop policies, frameworks, and guidance documents to standardize CTE implementation across schoolsPrepare and present reports to senior leadership, board members, and state agenciesLead internal systems and processes that ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and audit readiness across all CTE programsLeadership and Supervision:Supervise and coach state-level CTE team membersBuild team capacity through professional learning, goal-setting, and aligned performance measuresFoster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability across campuses and regionsProvide strategic direction, feedback, and ongoing support to ensure strong execution of CTE priorities and initiativesStakeholder Engagement and CommunicationBuild and maintain trust with internal and external stakeholders through transparent communication and collaborative decision-makingLead the district’s CTE advisory committees and ensure diverse representation from business, industry, and postsecondary partnersCommunicate program impact through data stories, dashboards, and public reportsStrengthen partnerships and stakeholder engagement efforts that support student access, pathway sustainability, and postsecondary readinessWorkforce DevelopmentServe as the district’s primary liaison to workforce boards, higher education institutions, and industry partnersDevelop systemwide partnerships that expand work-based learning, dual credit, and certification opportunitiesRepresent the district in regional and state CTE advisory councils, chambers, and workforce initiativesAlign workforce partnerships and pathway opportunities to regional labor market demands and student career outcomesQualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degreeCertified CTE teacherExperience leading CTE at the district levelPreferred experience and network with workforce and institutes of higher educationCOMPETENCY AND SKILLS:Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skillsAbility to collaborate effectively and provide clear, constructive feedbackProfessional presence with confidence, initiative, and sound judgmentAbility to balance strategic thinking with strong execution and attention to detailFlexible and adaptable in fast-paced, changing environmentsSkilled at synthesizing information and communicating clearly to stakeholdersAbility to interpret policies, procedures, and data to support decision-makingSelf-starter with strong ownership and commitment to student successStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong planning, organization, follow-through, and responsivenessDemonstrated care, belief, and commitment to all studentsProficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)Proficiency with standard office and instructional technology equipmentPhysical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday. The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region. Additional Requirements:Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campusesAbility to maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Work Environment: Hybrid work - Reports to the central office or schools three days a weekTravel Requirements: Moderate travel: Regular travel to school sites, regional offices or external locations for professional learning, meetings and other work related activities. Travel frequency may increase based on time of year.Additional InformationWhat We Bring to the Table:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families. Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. Paid family leave. Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. Employee assistance programs. KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. EEO:KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team.Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providingdocuments in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.