ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Credentialing Systems & Process Management:
  Lead the development, execution, and optimization of the credentialing process across Aspire, ensuring alignment with organizational and regional goals—leverage technology to enhance operational efficiency and improve the user experience.
  
  
  
• Operational Efficiency & Client Service:
  Oversee the credentialing operations to ensure smooth, timely service to schools and staff. Drive improvements in operational processes and enhance school site satisfaction by addressing pain points and delivering excellent customer service.
  
  
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with Regional Leaders, Principals, Teachers, and Human Resources teams. Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, demonstrating flexibility and tact as needed.
  
  
• Training & Policy Updates:
  Provide training workshops, orientation sessions, and one-on-one consultations for educators and school leaders on credentialing policies, certification changes, and new regulations. Ensure all relevant stakeholders are informed and compliant with credentialing standards.
  
  
• Credentialing Requirements & Compliance:
  Continuously evaluate the credentialing qualifications required for all educational staff, proactively identifying and addressing any compliance gaps. Offer creative solutions to ensure Aspire remains compliant with state and federal regulations.
  
  
• Assist Regional Teams
  Assist regional teams in preparing for audits, reporting, and compliance.
  
  
• Advisory Role:
  Advise teachers, teacher-in-residency candidates, and school leaders on credentialing requirements, including permits, exams, and coursework. Keep stakeholders informed about upcoming changes in credentialing law and provide guidance on necessary steps for compliance.
  
  
• Submission & Liaison Duties:
  Ensure timely submission of credentialing applications to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) for teachers, administrators, and staff. Serve as the main point of contact between Aspire and credentialing agencies, including CTC and the California Department of Education.
  
  
• Continuing Education & Audit Preparation:
  Attend state and county-level credentialing workshops to stay current on regulatory changes. Proactively assist regional teams in preparing for credentialing audits to ensure full compliance.
  
  
• Travel & Relationship Building:
  Consistent travel to regional schools for in-person meetings with educators, training sessions, and relationship-building activities. Ensure ongoing engagement and support for credentialing compliance across multiple locations.
  
  
• Mission & Values Alignment:
  Actively support and model Aspire’s mission, vision, values, and commitment to antiracism. Uphold the organization’s policies, ethical standards, confidentiality agreements, and operating procedures.
  
  
• Continuous Improvement:
  Constantly seek opportunities to improve credentialing processes, simplify workflows, and enhance service delivery. Embrace technology to improve remote work functions and increase operational efficiency.
  
  
• Additional Duties:
  Perform other related duties as assigned to support Aspire’s goals and operations.

Qualifications:

Competencies:

• Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Strong judgment, resourcefulness, and the ability to navigate complex challenges.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, with the ability to articulate sensitive information and engage with diverse audiences.
• Organization & Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Customer-Focused: Professional integrity, relationship-building skills, and a customer-oriented mindset.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Excel and other software tools; comfort with technology in a remote work environment.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of credentialing laws and regulations, particularly in California, as well as recruitment and personnel policies.
• Confidentiality & Data Security: Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with integrity.
• Passion for Education: A commitment to supporting public education and a strong desire to make a positive impact in K-12 education.

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Teaching, Human Resources, or a related field, preferred.

• At least 5 years of credentialing experience in K-12 education or charter schools.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in building and managing systems and processes across organizations.
• Minimum of 3 years of Human Resources, Recruitment, or People Services experience
• Experience or strong interest in public education, particularly in a charter school context, is preferred.

Aspire Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training