Educator Certification Program Officer

The Educator Certification Program Officer oversees the administration, compliance, and continuous improvement of educator preparation and certification programs, serving as a primary liaison with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC). The position ensures candidates meet all applicable state and program requirements for Texas educator certification while managing certification eligibility, examinations, clinical and program completion, certification recommendations, and required reporting. The role also leads the recruitment, training, coaching, and support of certification candidates, develops high-quality certification programs, and provides technical assistance to educational partners.