TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School (TECCA) is a tuition-free virtual public school district that employs over 240 faculty and staff and serves a diverse population of 3.000 students in grades K12 across Massachusetts. Operated in partnership with Connections Academy, TECCA opened for the 201415 school year with approval by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Location: As a new hire you are required to work a minimum of two days a week for the first 90 days of employment at the TECCA main office 141 Mansion Dr. Walpole, MA.

After review and successful completion of the first 90 days a hybrid option may be available. This is a 12 month position. Position and Responsibilities: The Grants Specialist will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks: Research and apply for new funding opportunities.Apply for federal and state funding opportunities.Ensure that all federal and state grants are expended in accordance with the federal and state programs under which they are received. Communication with the DESE Grants group may be needed to ensure compliance.Plan and implement Grant programs at TECCA.Collaborate with program staff to prepare grant budgets.Follow the TECCA Federal Grant Guidance Policy Manual.Maintain records of expenditures of grants at TECCA Provide the Assistant Business Manager with information related to the grants throughout the finance cycle (Budget, amendment, monitor and report expenditures).Throughout the duration of the grant, the Grants Specialist will request reimbursement for actual expenditures and maintain appropriate spreadsheets to track actual expenditures.

The TECCA Grant Policy manual will be followed. Prepare, distribute, and ensure receipt of Time and Effort reports throughout the year.Prepare and submit grant closeout documentation as requiredPerform all other tasks as assigned by the Assistant Business Manager.