Temporary Credential Summer Associate

Position Description
Reporting to the Senior Director, Talent Development, the Credential Summer Associate will work alongside the Talent Partner, Credentialing & Compliance and Manager, Talent Compliance  supporting with generating and submitting credential applications over the summer period. The associate will play a key role in ensuring that credentialing applications for over 200 staff members are submitted accurately and on time.

Essential Functions

    • Navigate the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) online system to submit and monitor the status of credential applications.
    • Process CTC emergency permit applications, managing the paperwork and procedures involved in applying for and obtaining teaching licenses for upwards of 200+ staff members:
    • Review employee transcripts and other documents to determine eligibility for various teaching credentials. 
    • Complete credential applications accurately with precise employee information.
    • Utilize DocuSign to send and collect signed documents; follow up with employees as needed to ensure each action is completed.
    • Track document completion using spreadsheets and update the Talent Partner, Credentialing & Compliance and Manager, Talent Compliance on employee statuses  accordingly.
    • Maintain accurate internal records of application submissions, CTC payment tracking, and credential posting.
    • Provide excellent customer service and timely, professional communication to Rocketship employees  and external partners, reflecting Rocketship’s core values.
    • Support special projects and credentialing priorities, including other regional credentialing tasks, as assigned.
    • Be familiar with teacher certification regulations and ensure accurate completion and submission of all required documentation in accordance with policies.
    • Manage ongoing stakeholder communications related to credentialing status and updates.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent.
    • This role will be primarily based out of the Bay Area (i.e.,  Walnut Creek, San Jose, Redwood City, Antioch, Concord, CA ). 
    • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently and consistently meet deadlines.
    • Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and compliance-driven.
    • Ability to quickly learn and internalize new systems and procedures.
    • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
    • Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills, including proven ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.
    • Proficiency in Google Workspace, especially Google Sheets and Google Docs.
    • Irreproachable personal integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with credentialing or compliance processes
    • Familiarity with the CTC platform and credentialing requirements
    • Previous experience in a school or education-related setting
$30 - $33 an hour
This is a contract position and will be compensated via a 1099, meaning the contractor is responsible for their own taxes and benefits.

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