Special Education Day and Residential Programs and

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=106549andPostingSeq=1Agency InformationThe Texas Education Agency (TEA) oversees primary and secondary public education in Texas and is committed to improving outcomes for all public school students by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems across the state. Core ValuesWe are Determined: We are committed and intentional in pursuing our primary purpose of improving outcomes for students.We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain committed talent that reflects the diversity of Texas, with each individual contributing to our shared vision for students.We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on outcomes, and continuously improve in pursuit of excellence for students.We are Servant Leaders: We are public servants committed to improving opportunities for students and supporting those who serve them. Job DescriptionPosition OverviewThe Special Education Day and Residential Programs, Focused Monitoring, and High-Cost Fund Specialist performs highly advanced (senior-level) consultative and technical assistance work related to day and residential placements, focused monitoring, High-Cost Fund programs, and associated special education initiatives.This recruitment will be used to fill two positions within the program area. One position will provide primary support for Day Placement initiatives, while the other will provide primary support for Residential Placement initiatives. Although each position has a distinct area of focus, both roles support statewide program implementation and collaborate across day and residential services to promote positive outcomes for students. Working under minimal supervision and with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, these positions will plan, develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate statewide program activities that support compliance with state and federal special education requirements.The Special Education Day and Residential Programs and High-Cost Fund Specialist provides technical assistance and customer support to LEAs, ESCs, families, and providers; supports administration of High-Cost Fund applications and awards; supports APEX platform administration and continuous improvement; develops policies, procedures, guidance, and monitoring protocols; and supports focused monitoring activities.Day Placements: While supporting both day and residential programs, this position provides either specialized support and subject-matter expertise for day placement initiatives and cooperative funding activities, including support of award lifecycles, related fiscal processes, and statewide program implementation.Residential Placements: While supporting both day and residential programs, this position provides specialized support and subject-matter expertise for residential placement initiatives, including coordination of behavioral supports, collaboration regarding noneducational funding opportunities, and efforts that support student reintegration into less restrictive educational settings.Flexible work location in Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.Please note that a resume, cover letter, and short answer responses are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check. Essential Functions Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.1. Day and Residential Programs, High Cost Fund, and APEX Administration: plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate processes related to day placements, residential placem nts, High-Cost Fund applications and awards, and APEX system administration. Provide highly advanced consultative services, technical assistance, and customer support to local education agencies (LEAs) and other stakeholders regarding program eligibility, application requirements, compliance obligations, and operational processes. Develop and maintain procedures, guidance, and resources that support consistent statewide implementation and continuous improvement of assigned programs.2. Day and Residential Monitoring and Focused Monitoring: plan, develop, coordinate, and support monitoring, compliance, and risk management activities associated with day placements, residential placements, High-Cost Fund programs, and focused monitoring requirements. Analyze program performance and compliance data; identify trends, risks, and areas for improvement; support implementation of monitoring protocols and corrective actions; and collaborate with agency staff to ensure compliance with state and federal special education requirements. Support monitoring activities across both day and residential programs to ensure continuity of operations.3. Day Placement and Cooperative Funding Program Support (Day Placements): Support implementation and continuous improvement of day placement and cooperative funding activities through application review, technical assistance, monitoring support, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and resource development. Provide subject-matter expertise related to cooperative funding requirements, award lifecycles, and program implementation to support effective statewide service delivery.Residential Program Support and Reintegration Initiatives (Residential Placements): Support implementation and continuous improvement of residential program activities through application review, technical assistance, monitoring support, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and resource development. Provide subject-matter expertise regarding behavioral supports,