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Superintendent TTU K-12
Position Description Serves as chief executive of TTU K-12. Responsible for developing and managing a strong TTU K-12 Program that is recognized and respected; will represent the school in the accreditation process and assure compliance to Education Code and rules. Develops policies, recruits, markets, and provides general advice on K-12 education. About the University Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories. About the Department and/or College Texas Tech University K-12, a unit of the Texas Tech University Online division, is a state-approved online kindergarten through 12th-grade school that has been meeting students' needs for more than 25 years.
Affiliated with Texas Tech University, a Carnegie tier-one research institution, TTU K-12 boasts a rigorous curriculum that allows students to work ahead, make up failed credits, and achieve their goals from wherever they are.
Texas Tech University K-12 is a Candidate for Accreditation with NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI.
TTU K-12 began in 1993 as a "Special Purpose District" designed to help students whose educational needs were not adequately met by traditional school districts. Since then, we have grown to serve students across the country and more than 70 nations around the world. Major/Essential Functions
- Reporting directly to the Vice Provost of TTU Online, the TTU K-12 superintendent serves as chief executive of TTU K-12, overseeing all TTU K-12 operations including but not limited to academics, staffing, marketing, and technology.
- Develops new special project partnerships across the state, region, nation, and as appropriate internationally - which may require on occasion extensive travel.
- Develops policies and provides general advice on K-12 matters to the Vice Provost for TTU Online.
- Works with TTU Online Leadership on special projects and initiatives dealing with TTU K-12.
- Works with various stakeholders including TEA, SBOE, and other regulatory bodies to advocate for TTU K-12.
- Oversees and maintains TTU K-12s accreditation and compliance with federal, state, international, and local policies.
- Analyzes data and implements processes for continual improvement and student success as demonstrated through strategic plan execution and goal attainment.
- Serves as non-voting Chair of the TTU K-12 Advisory Board.
- Manages the K-12 budget, with guidance from the Senior Director of Finance, oversight from the K-12 Advisory Board, and final approval from the Vice Provost for TTU Online.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Campus-Level Administrative Experience.
- District-Level Administrative Experience.
- Flexibility to address challenges outside those of a traditional school district.
- Visionary leader that respects tradition but looks for continual improvement.
- Meets qualifications and fulfill responsibilities outlined in BJA (Legal), unless otherwise waived by the Texas State Board of Education in establishing TAC Chapter 61.101, Special Purpose Public School Districts.
Required Qualifications Master's degree in Educational Administration/Educational Leadership; Texas Superintendent Certificate or ability to obtain Texas Superintendent Certification with at least three years' experience as a K-12 administrator, including time spent as a principal, assistant superintendent, or superintendent. Preferred Qualifications
- Doctorate in Educational Administration/Leadership or another field relevant to K-12.
- Experience managing virtual learning K-12 programs (not including the 2020 pandemic).
- Experience with international K-12 education.
Safety Information Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees. Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Special Instructions to Applicants The following must accompany the application:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Professional License or Certification
- Professional/Personal Reference
To complete the application process, you must click on the Pre-Employment Affidavit link below to complete an additional form. Once the form is complete, you must return it within 5 business days, to Brittany Sikes at e-mail brsikes@ttu.edu; Please email Brittany Sikes for only problems concerning the Pre-Employment Affidavit.
- TO ACCESS THE FORM PLEASE CLICK HERE: Pre-Employment Affidavit
Required Attachments Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan. Job Group Academic Support Professionals EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. |
Texas Tech University
Mar 11, 2025