Program Manager- CTE SY

Qualifications: Valid Texas teaching certificate required. Master's degree preferred. Campus or district leadership experience. Experience supporting Career and Technical Education programs. Experience with CTE pathway implementation, workforce development, or career readiness initiatives. Experience supporting industry-based certification attainment and student pathway success. Experience analyzing program performance and student outcome data. Knowledge of CTE program requirements, Programs of Study, industry-based certifications, workforce readiness expectations, and continuous improvement processes. Leadership Philosophy The Program Manager believes every student deserves access to meaningful opportunities that prepare them for success in college, career, military service, and life. Leadership is demonstrated through service, responsiveness, organization, accountability, and a commitment to operational excellence. The Program Manager operates from the belief that: Effective programs create meaningful opportunities for students. Strong implementation increases student access and participation. Operational excellence supports student success. Data should inform action and improvement. Consistent execution produces reliable results. Program Ownership The Program Manager owns the day-to-day implementation, coordination, monitoring, and continuous improvement of assigned programs within established district systems. The Program Manager ensures programs operate effectively, participation remains strong, operational requirements are met, and program outcomes support district priorities. Programs of Study Supports student participation in pathway opportunities. Industry-Based Certification Programs Supports student credential attainment. Work-Based Learning Programs Provides authentic workplace experiences. Career Preparation Programs Supports career readiness. Practicum Programs Connects students to career-connected learning experiences. Workforce Readiness Initiatives Supports preparation for employment and postsecondary success. Program Outcomes and Impact The Program Manager supports district Career and Technical Education outcomes through effective program implementation, participation monitoring, operational execution, and continuous improvement. Program Effectiveness Programs are implemented consistently. Students participate in pathway opportunities. Operational processes function efficiently. Program expectations are communicated clearly. Operational Performance Participation targets are achieved. Credential attainment opportunities are implemented effectively. Work-based learning activities occur as scheduled. Student records and documentation remain accurate. Student and Organizational Impact Increased pathway participation. Increased industry-based certification attainment. Expanded work-based learning participation. Improved workforce readiness. Increased pathway completion.

Leadership Responsibilities: The Program Manager is expected to: Manage day-to-day program implementation. Coordinate program logistics and operations. Monitor participation and completion. Maintain required records and documentation. Support campuses with implementation needs. Analyze program data and participation trends. Coordinate communication with stakeholders. Identify operational barriers and recommend solutions. Support continuous improvement efforts. Ensure compliance with program requirements. Authority and Decision Rights The Program Manager is accountable for ensuring assigned programs operate effectively and support intended student outcomes. The Program Manager may: Coordinate day-to-day program operations. Establish operational procedures aligned to district expectations. Manage program timelines, logistics, and deliverables. Monitor participation, completion, and implementation indicators. Coordinate communication with campuses, families, partners, and stakeholders. Maintain required documentation, records, and reporting processes. Recommend operational improvements that strengthen program effectiveness. Escalate program barriers, resource needs, and implementation concerns to district leadership. Significant organizational, staffing, budgetary, strategic, or system-level decisions require approval from the appropriate Coordinator, Director, Senior Director, and/or Deputy Chief of Academics. Core Skill Set The competencies below represent the capabilities required to successfully manage and implement district programs. Program Operations Management- Manages day-to-day program activities, timelines, logistics, and deliverables to ensure effective execution. Program Implementation and Coordination- Coordinates implementation activities and supports stakeholders to ensure programs operate as intended. Data Monitoring and Reporting - Maintains accurate records, monitors participation and outcome data, and prepares reports that support decision-making. Project Coordination - Manages multiple priorities, deadlines, and operational requirements while maintaining quality and compliance. Stakeholder Communication - Communicates clearly and consistently with campuses, students, families, partners, and district staff. Compliance and Documentation - Ensures program activities, records, and reporting requirements remain compliant with district, state, and federal expectations. Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement - Identifies operational challenges, recommends solutions, and supports ongoing program improvement. Customer Service and Relationship Management - Builds positive relationships and provides responsive support to students, campuses, partners, and stakeholders. Organization and Follow Through - Maintains attention to detail, manages competing priorities, and consistently completes responsibilities. BISD Academic Design Principles The Program Manager demonstrates commitment to the district's academic design principles, which guide decision-making, system design, and leadership actions. High-Quality Instruction is the Core Work Stabilize the Instructional Core First Enable Principals to Lead Instruction Systems Over Individuals Protect Organizational Coherence Reduce Complexity of Schools Reduce Variability Across Campuses Build Capacity, Not Dependency Design for Execution Make Outcomes Visible Emotional Intelligence Expectations Self-Awareness Understands how leadership presence and decision-making impact others. Recognizes personal tendencies and adjusts behavior to meet the needs of the system. Self-Management Maintains composure and discipline during operational challenges. Responds with clarity and purpose rather than reaction. Social Awareness Understands the operational realities faced by schools and departments. Anticipates how decisions will affect multiple stakeholders. Relationship Management Builds trust through consistency, clarity, and follow-through. Addresses conflict directly and resolves it in a way that strengthens the system. Maintains credibility by aligning words and actions. Measures of Success Measures of success will be established through pathway participation rates, industry-