What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strong Foundations Implementation Grant Manager Position position at Curriculum and Instruction?
Strong Foundations Planning Grant - Project Manager Job Description
The Project Manager will lead the implementation of the Strong Foundations Implementation Grant for elementary reading language arts within the district. The primary responsibilities include:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the district and coordinate all Bluebonnet curriculum-related activities with the approved provider selected from the state vendor list.
- Ensure the district meets all grant assurances, including:
- Appointing a representative committee for the collective learning series
- Facilitating the Superintendent's/CAO's participation in trainings and approval of the instructional framework
- Coordinating monthly Communities of Practice meetings with similar districts
- Submitting required data and feedback surveys to TEA
- Manage the grant timeline and ensure the district meets major milestones, such as:
- Finalizing the contract with the approved provider by May 2025
- Training and implementation of Bluebonnet in K -5 Classrooms
- Adhere to all curriculum and implementation requirements
- Collaborate with the approved provider to plan and coordinate the collective learning series, training, and implementation of curriculum
- Serve as the liaison between the district and TEA, attending check-in meetings and webinars as required.
- Monitor grant expenditures and ensure funds are utilized appropriately based on allowable expenses.
- Provide regular updates to district leadership on grant progress and ensure their participation as needed.
- Prepare and submit all required grant reports and documentation to TEA.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in education or related field; Master's degree preferred
- Strong project management, organization, and communication skills
- Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional frameworks, and literacy best practices
- Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage deadlines
- Experience with grant management or program implementation is a plus
The Project Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful planning and implementation of the district's reading language arts instructional Bluebonnet curriculum through the Strong Foundations Implementation grant program.
Work collaboratively with Elementary Reading Language Arts Coordinator to:
- Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to teachers in implementing effective literacy practices, including lesson internalization, observing instruction, and providing targeted feedback to improve teaching effectiveness.
- Assist in collaborative internalization and rehearsal with teachers
- Provide assistance with curriculum and district professional development activities to align implementation of bluebonnet
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000
