Description
Job Description
POSITION: Electives (Performing Arts + PE Focus) & Instructional Technology & Electives Specialist
REPORTS TO: Director of Instructional Technology and ECTE
POSITION TYPE: 12-month
START DATE: Immediate
COMPENSATION: $67,359 - $80,831, Home Office Grade 6
At YES Prep, work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through best-in-class development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of a high-performing, team-oriented culture.
Some quick stats about us:
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21,000 Students
- 2,600 Team Members
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16 Secondary Campuses
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12 Elementary Campuses
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91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch
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96% Hispanic & African-American Students
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99% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University
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85% First-Generation College Students
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Ranked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report
We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public-school districts and other great public charter school options within Houston’s city limits serving our increasing population.
THE OPPORTUNITY
YES Prep needs a dynamic Instructional Technology & Electives Specialist with a diverse set of experiences with a robust set of experiences, to make our mission a reality. As a YES Prep employee, you will achieve jaw-dropping results, create pathways to opportunity for our students, and build transformative relationships.
To put it simply, this role leads the development and continuous improvement of our secondary Performing Arts and Physical Education programs, supporting Music, Dance, Theatre, and Physical Education courses in grades 6–12. In addition, the role advances districtwide secondary Instructional Technology initiatives, with an expected allocation of approximately 80% Electives and 20% Instructional Technology.
In this role, you'll help shape how students experience creativity, performance, movement, and technology across YES Prep. You'll build rigorous curriculum, develop meaningful assessments, strengthen data-informed instructional practice through coaching, professional learning, and partnerships with leaders and teachers, influence scheduling practices, and drive strategic initiatives that expand opportunities for students while advancing innovative, technology-rich teaching and learning.
THE ROLE
When you join the YES Prep team, some of the exciting work and responsibilities will include:
Curriculum and Resource Development
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Remaining up to date on standards, pedagogy, and assessment methodology related to Elective courses and instructional technology and communicating updates to key stakeholders;
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Creating and ensuring the implementation of aligned, effective unit plans and instructional materials for Elective courses with a focus on performance-based learning and/or project-based learning - setting a standard for rigorous and meaningful blended learning designed to reach all learners, leading to strong system-wide academic results;
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Working with Director of Instructional Technology and ECTE (Electives & CTE) to build strong vertical alignment across Elective & CTE courses and departmental strategies that leads to college-readiness.
Assessment Writing & Strategy and Data Analysis
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Working with the Director of Instructional Technology and ECTE to develop and refine measurable actionable long-term and short-term district goals for Elective courses and instructional technology;
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Creating aligned, effective, and valid unit and course assessments for Elective courses that establish ambitious student achievement goals and growth measures
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Designing and implementing assessment systems and workflows to monitor progress towards student achievement goals;
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Internalizing and utilizing up-to-date student achievement data to drive planning and support; communicating key takeaways and recommendations to teachers and leaders;
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Collaborating with other leaders to refine metrics and goals for Elective courses and programming, including AP courses, and providing periodic updates and recommendations based on progress.
Program Development
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Collaborating with district and campus leaders to support elective course enrollment, equity, and access;
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Supporting the identification, vetting, decision making, and implementation of course-related software and academic materials, such as PE equipment, Theatre course supplies, and Music course supplies;
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Leading, coordinating, and supporting student opportunities in Electives courses.
Support and Develop Fellow Educators and Leaders
- Planning effective Content Team Days (content-based professional development for teachers), leading to teacher development and collaboration;
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Developing teacher-leaders to facilitate effective professional development and design rigorous Electives programming;
- Frequently observing instruction and student output in Elective courses to better inform curricular practice;
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Planning and facilitating Instructional Technology professional development for leaders and teachers to drive meaningful adoption of instructional technology and adoption of instructional technology and instructional AI tools;
- Collaborating meaningfully with others, such as Special Education team members, Literacy Specialists, and instructional leaders to ensure instruction and teacher support is aligned for students from special populations.
THE PERSON
We seek staff with a multitude of backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, and resilience. Other traits needed and desired for this role are:
THE MUST HAVES
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Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
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A minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience
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Proficiency using Microsoft office products
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Experience designing or writing curriculum and/or assessments
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Experience teaching and/or leading in a 1:1 Blended Learning environment
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Strong instructional technology knowledge, including proficiency in tools such as Schoology (or another Learning Management System), Nearpod, and Canva
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Self-starter who demonstrates high initiative and follow-through
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Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to turn vision into actionable plans
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Thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and works with a sense of urgency
- Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
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Proven ability to build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships within a team and across teams
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
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Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
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Ability to remain composed and focused under pressure
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A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional
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Ability to work outside of normal hours and on weekends as needed
THE MUST HAVE BELIEFS
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Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools
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Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education
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Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos
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Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw-dropping results
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Conviction that high expectations + high accountability = high performance and high growth
THE NICE TO HAVES
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Experience teaching or serving as an Instructional Leader for Elective course(s) or programming, specifically Dance, Theatre, Music and/or Physical Education
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At least 1 year of instructional leadership experience, preferably including coaching teachers in a blended learning environment
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Experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support professional work and/or to support student achievement
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Experience coordinating campus or district events and showcases
THE PERKS
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Compensation – This position is an exempt, salaried position; offers commensurate with experience.
- Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 monthly medical option or a $24 monthly option that includes $50 YES Prep Paid Health Savings Account contribution, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits.
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Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and an optional 457b Retirement Plan.
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Paid Time Off – Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 15 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar.
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Paid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid out at 100%, based on eligibility and tenure.
- Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development.
- Award Winning Culture – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named Houston’s Best Place To Work in 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2025. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education and were a 2016 finalist as well.
YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.
