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Openings as of 4/24/2025
Admin - Coordinator

Coordinator - FNS Menus and Marketing

JobID: 896

Position Type:
  Admin - Coordinator/Coordinator


Date Posted:
  2/10/2025


Location:
  Food Service


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Professional Compensation Plan (226 Days)
Salary Range: $ 77,434 - $ 92,294 per/Year
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Assistant Director - Support Services
 
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EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible 
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PRIMARY PURPOSE: 
    
• To be responsible for creating cycle menus, performing nutrient analysis, and testing recipes that meet the federal and state guidelines for the Food and Nutrition Services Department (FNS). Utilizing the software system, the Coordinator will be responsible for the nutrition analysis, assigning weekly menus, and production record creation.  Overseeing the marketing of the FNS programs to students, parents and campus staff.                   
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification: 
    
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition Sciences, Food & Nutrition, Dietetics or related field required.
    
• Certification as a Registered Dietitian required. RD/RDN eligible may be considered.
    
• ServeSafe Certification or equivalent.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: 
    
• Knowledge of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and National School Breakfast Program (NSBP) state and federal regulations & policies.
    
• Experience in menu planning, standardized recipes and preparation for food service operations.
    
• Knowledge of industrial kitchen equipment, food production and HACCP principles.
    
• Knowledge of creating and implementing special diets for food allergies.                 
EXPERIENCE: 
    
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in food service operations, food preparation, kitchen management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in School Food Service or Child Nutrition Menu Planning.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 
    
• Design and develop quality recipes and cost-effective menus for preK-12th grade; Ensure all food served to students is compliant with USDA Child Nutrition Programs, the Texas Department of Agriculture, and Smart Snacks.
    
• Coordinate testing recipes and new menu items with Culinary Trainer.
    
• Conduct research on new food products; attends food shows and other vendor events.
    
• Measure customer satisfaction and participation with student's surveys, analyze menu item performance measurement results, and adjust standard menu offerings accordingly.
    
• After testing of products is completed create new or revise recipes as needed.
    
• Collaborate with Culinary Trainer and Coordinator of Purchasing & Business with any menu develop as needed.
    
•   Maintain nutrition analysis of all menus; execute menu adjustments to ensure compliance with nutrition standards that meet TDA/USDA regulations.
    
• Maintain PrimeroEdge software to ensure ingredients and recipes are accurate and correspond with the Food Buying Guide, recipe contribution, and HACCP standard operating procedures.
    
• Assists FNS managers and supervisors in choosing appropriate menu item substitutions in accordance with the USDA guidelines.
    
• Assist in bid specifications with Coordinator of Purchasing & Business to ensure good vendor relationships, compliance with contract requirements, and efficient utilization of purchased commodity products.
    
• Coordinate with the Culinary Trainer to test new products of interest and discontinue unpopular menu items prior to initiation of bid process for the following school year.
    
• Develop electronic food production records (FPRs) based on menu cycle(s) and deploy FPRs to campuses. Develop ordering guides to complement menus and software.
    
• Collect, organize and maintain Child Nutrition (CN) labels, product analysis, and/or nutrition fact labels for all food items purchased by the Food and Nutrition Department.
    
• Maintains Smart Snack compliance documentation on all purchased products. Work with campus staff to ensure food fundraisers are compliant with Smart Snacks regulations.
    
• Provides staff training related to nutrition and nutrition education.
    
• Oversee the creation of special menus for students by the Dietitian requiring medically required special diets.  Communicates with cafeteria manager and parents as needed.  Monitors for student acceptance. Works with the Coordinator of Purchasing & Business to obtain items needed for special diets. Enters special diets into PrimeroEdge and deploys to site production.
    
• Develop and organize a plan for emergency meals. Plan for the service of food during emergency situations.
    
• With the assistance of the Outreach & Marketing Specialist maintain records for all special diets /food allergies and sends current nutrition data for menu items to nurses, parents, and FNS Managers.
    
• Supervise Outreach & Marketing Specialist with development of effective marketing, promotional campaigns, and nutrition education for student and parent groups.
    
• Supervise Outreach & Marketing Specialist to update website and digital menu application with nutrition and allergen information as needed.
    
• Maintains nutrition information and menu posting on the MISD Food & Nutrition Services webpage.
    
• Assist with social media or other marketing assignments.
    
• Routinely visits district cafeterias to evaluate the quality of food, customer satisfaction, and menu acceptance.
    
• Supervise Outreach & Marketing Specialist in the creation of nutrition education materials for students. Works with cafeteria managers to use this information in the serving areas.
    
• Assist at campus cafeterias as needed.
    
• Responsible for keeping abreast of rapid changes of trends and advancements within the School Nutrition field and makes recommendations relative to them.
    
• Attend Region 10 and TASN training classes for updated policies and legislation and to reach and obtain/maintain SNS certification.
    
• Attains a minimum number of CE hours as required by TDA and to maintain RD/LD (or RDN/LDN) status.
    
• Demonstrates openness and willingness to improve the effectiveness of the department's operations.
    
• Assists and supports the efforts of all Food and Nutrition Services staff with a positive attitude.
    
• Communicates a positive image of the department.
    
• Encourages positive morale among staff and promotes team effort within each school and within the department.
    
• Maintains positive working relationship with all school district staff and the community.
    
• Follows all policies and procedures of Mesquite ISD.
    
• Foster an environment in which open communication and feedback from principals and employees is encouraged and valued.
    
• Maintains an active membership of the MISD Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC) and attends meetings or ensures that Outreach & Marketing Specialist maintains membership and attends meetings.
    
• Performs other duties assign by the FNS Assistant Director of Finance & Support Services or FNS Director.
    
• Keeps FNS Assistant Director of Finance & Support Services or FNS Director informed about the affairs of the department.
    
• Completes at least twelve (12) hours of professional development training per year.
    
• Obtains and maintains Manager Certification or Serve Safe Certification.
    
• Gives and receives feedback in a positive manner; Resolves conflict in a respectful manner.
    
• Is available for work on a consistent and timely basis with infrequent unplanned absences.
    
• Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes.
    
• Respects the talent and unique contributions of every individual, culture, and ethnic group to increase effectiveness of the unit; Influences the culture in ways that value and support diversity.
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
    
• Supervises Outreach & Marketing Specialist
    
• Supervises Dietitian
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands: 
    
• Reading, writing and comprehending instruction, correspondence, financial reports, and other job related documents.
    
• Communicating well in both oral and written form.
    
• Maintain professionalism while working under stress.
    
• Being able to work with staff and meet multiple demands.
    
• Complying with timelines and short deadlines.
    
• Provides recommendations regarding supportive services to benefit MISD, FNS and all team members.
Physical demands/environmental factors: 
    
• Sitting and standing for extensive periods of time.
    
• Walking, bending, squatting and repetitive motions with hands, arms and fingers.
    
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds.
    
• Exposure to extreme hot/cold temperatures.
    
• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion.
    
• Seeing close work such as typed or handwritten material.    
    
• Reliable transportation required.
    
• Frequent travel to MISD sites required.
    
• Limited travel within Texas and United States may be required.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
 




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Openings as of 4/24/2025
Admin - Coordinator

Coordinator - Secondary Reading Language Arts/LOTE

JobID: 1295

Position Type:
  Admin - Coordinator/Coordinator


Date Posted:
  4/11/2025


Location:
  Teaching & Learning


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Administrative Compensation Plan
Salary Range: $ 87,028 - $ 108,785 per/Year
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Director – Secondary Teaching & Learning
 
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EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible 
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PRIMARY PURPOSE:
• To support student and teacher achievement and maintain standards of excellence in curriculum design, instructional strategies, and professional learning in assigned curricular areas.                
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
• Master’s Degree Preferred
• Texas Teacher Certificate
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
• Possess knowledge and experience in curriculum systems, including design and backwards planning
• Possess knowledge of effective instructional techniques and strategies
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a variety of audiences
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the policies and procedures of the MISD.
• Demonstrate highly effective organizational and consensus-building skills.
• Possess knowledge of technology and its value in enhancing academic achievement.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the change process, organizational development, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills
• Ability to develop and deliver high-quality professional learning to a wide variety of audiences            
EXPERIENCE:
• Successful experience as a teacher in assigned curricular area.
• Successful experience as an instructional leader at the campus or district level
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of system-wide curriculum resources for a variety of experiences and levels
• Collaborate with district staff and outside personnel to provide high-quality learning opportunities for MISD staff
• Conduct research and develop the educational program designed to meet both the state standard and community needs
• Serve as a content expert and consultant to administrators at all levels
• Develop and select system-wide testing materials for program improvement
• Analyze test results and utilize data to improve the content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching-learning process
• Support campuses through PLCs, learning walks, and data meetings
• Design and develop remediation and extension resources, including summer programs and credit recovery
• Lead efforts in improving student performance on assessments such as STAAR, TSIA2 and SAT
• Consult in revising or adding courses per state requirements and system requirements
• Initiate, develop, and direct professional learning for a variety of audiences
• Participate in the district-level decision making process to establish and review the district’s goals and objectives and major classroom instructional programs of the district
• Assist in the assignment of teachers to various committees
• Evaluate and implement high-quality instructional materials, including textbooks and digital resources
• Participate in professional organization meetings in specified curricular content areas
• Assist in the implementation of policies of the MISD
• Serve as a liaison between TEA, Region X and MISD
• Perform other duties as assigned
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supervise and conduct performance reviews for Secondary Reading Language Arts and LOTE department staff.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
• Writing routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to meet deadlines from multiple assignment requests on a frequent basis
• Managing multiple projects, communicating effectively with all publics, and making sound decisions while maintaining emotional control
• Maintaining and displaying a positive attitude
• Expecting and reflecting the highest of expectations
Physical demands/environmental factors:
• Intermittent walking, sitting, and standing
• Occasional warehouse visits to inventory merchandise and occasional lifting, moving of up to 20 lbs
• Travel within the district and state
• Prolonged and irregular hours
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.




 
 





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Openings as of 4/24/2025
Admin - Coordinator

Coordinator - Bilingual Instructional Support

JobID: 1296

Position Type:
  Admin - Coordinator/Coordinator


Date Posted:
  4/11/2025


Location:
  Title I Office


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Administrative Compensation Plan
Salary Range: $ 87,028 - $ 108,785 per/Year
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Director - Bilingual/ESL

This position is funded 100% through Title III, Part A monies and will evaluated at the end of each year based on the success of the program and the availability of funds.
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EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible 
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PRIMARY PURPOSE:
• To provide guidance and support in order to guarantee a successful instructional process for EB students in the district through curriculum development, instructional practices, data analysis, and professional development.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
• Master’s degree preferred
• Bilingual Certification
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement professional development
• Demonstrated skills in human relations, leadership, and mentoring
• Advanced level of working knowledge of TEKS
• Ability to design aligned assessments
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact effectively with bilingual parents and students
• Knowledgeable of legal frameworks of Texas
• Clear understanding of LPAC Framework
EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in curriculum development and alignment
• Experience in supporting teachers in the acquisition and effective implementation of new skills
• Three or more years of experience in instructional leadership position
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
 
• Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills with parents, teachers, students and administrators at all levels
• Demonstrate and maintain high standards of professional conduct
• Support teachers providing high quality instruction to improve student achievement
• Assist campus administrators in the process of targeting goals and objectives to increase student performance
• Assist different audiences with disaggregation of class/grade level/subject specific data and identification of strategies for improvement
• Demonstrate a high level of understanding and use of Eduphoria programs for curriculum management and Aware data disaggregation
• Learn about and lead initiatives that leverage best use of technology to improve MISD student performance
• Curriculum and Instructional support of EB Summer School
• Assist in ensuring completion of state and federal requirements
• Arrange and conduct a variety of staff development sessions focused on effectiveness and achievement of processes and student achievement
• Assist in developing other funding sources to support EB and minority students at-risk of dropping out
• Coordinate and monitor community engagement initiatives and programs
• Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Bilingual Lead Teachers
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
• Writing routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to meet deadlines from multiple assignment requests on a frequent basis
• Managing multiple projects, communicating effectively, and making sound decisions while maintaining emotional control
• Maintaining and displaying a positive attitude
• Expecting and reflecting the highest of expectations
Physical demands/environmental factors:
• Intermittent walking, sitting, and standing
• Occasional warehouse visits to inventory merchandise and occasional lifting, moving of up to 20 lbs.
• Travel within the district and state
• Prolonged and irregular hours
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.




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Openings as of 4/24/2025
Admin - Coordinator

Coordinator - Communications

JobID: 1354

Position Type:
  Admin - Coordinator/Coordinator


Date Posted:
  4/17/2025


Location:
  Communications


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Administrative Compensation Plan
Salary Range: $87,028 - 108,785 per/Year
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Chief Officer - Communications
 
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EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible 
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PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Supports the department’s efforts to share information with internal and external audiences and present a positive image of the district. Works to facilitate meaningful acknowledgement of student and employee achievements through recognition opportunities and special events.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications or related field    
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Willingness and ability to work as part of a creative team.
Flexibility and willingness to take on new duties as necessary.
Understanding and acceptance of professional confidentiality.
Effective time management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects at one time.
Self-starter mentality; ability to work with limited supervision.
Strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of good public relations practices.
Proficiency with common software programs as well as an aptitude for learning new software as necessary.
 
Experience:
Demonstrated success organizing and managing events.
At least two years of experience in a professional communications role.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.
 
 
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Plan and coordinate multiple district events.
Write and edit communication materials like newsletters, emails, and presentations.
Manage/organize school board recognition of students and special guests.
Collaborate with other departments to develop and align communications.
Update/maintain content for district websites.
Train, support and manage campus users of communication tools (website, notifications, etc.)
Perform other duties as assigned.
                               
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Communicating clearly and concisely.
Establishing the expectation for excellence.
Maintaining a service-minded attitude.
Maintaining emotional control under stress.
 
Physical demands/environmental factors:
Occasional travel out of town for professional learning opportunities.
Lifting, carrying, delivering various weights of materials.
Occasional evening or weekend hours beyond the regular work day required.
 
 
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
 




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