Hiring: Executive Director, Open Education Resources Adoption and System Supports (Director V) Company: Texas Education Agency Location: Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 11:09:24 About the job Experience: •At least eight (8) years of experience in educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, product development, and/or large-scale product adoption Required Skills: •This position reports to the Senior Advisor, Curriculum and Instruction Strategy and Operations within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, within the Office of School Programs. •This position requires up to 75% travel, based on business needs, to support program initiatives, collaboration, and operational priorities. •Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. •Please note that a resume, tailored 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. •Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned. •Partner with district leaders to understand instructional priorities, implementation challenges, and adoption considerations, providing strategic guidance on the effective use of high-quality instructional materials and supporting local decision-making related to instructional materials adoption and implementation. Qualifications: •Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university •Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military •Demonstrated ability to build credibility, influence executive-level stakeholders without direct authority, and establish trusted relationships across the Texas K-12 education community •Data-driven decision maker with the ability to structure ambiguity into actionable, value-added plans •Demonstrated understanding of the processes and challenges of school boards, school systems, and educational service centers and practices to create system level change •A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve •New hires, rehires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees within the same classification. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and qualifications and consider internal pay equity across employees performing similar work. •The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates whose qualifications exceed the role's requirements. The maximum of the range is typically reserved for candidates who significantly exceed the required and preferred qualifications. •An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Retirement through ERS and employer-paid health insurance for eligible employees Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!