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Data, Assessment & Research Coordinator

Position: Data, Assessment & Research Coordinator

Position Summary

FTE:  1.0

Days:  221 – Year Round Position

Description:  ISD 191 is a suburban Minneapolis system of 8,900 students comprised of the communities of Burnsville, Eagan, and Savage. District 191’s dynamic leadership team is highly committed to working each day to align the work of adults throughout our system, and within our community, around improving the learning of each of our students. We are committed to finding innovative leaders who value working in a collaborative culture with colleagues and staff.

Summary: To support Systems Improvement and Student Achievement, specifically in the areas of data, assessment and research.  To assist district staff with student data and data analysis for the purpose of increasing student achievement and decreasing existing achievement gaps. To lead the coordination state mandated assessments district-wide.  Assist with providing a culturally inclusive and welcoming environment.

Education/Experience:  MA in a related field with three years or more of successful applicable experience, exceptional understanding of state mandated testing as well as understanding of MN State Standards framework, adult learning and experience using technology to amplify and transform education. Superior experience collecting, analyzing and reporting data. Advanced ability to utilize computer software including MS Excel, and experience with student information systems.  Knowledge and understanding of cultural proficiency and educational equity and willingness to be a learner.

Essential Job Functions

Culturally Proficient School System.  Desire to strengthen a Culturally Proficient School System. Demonstrated ability to apply frameworks to ensure all processes are implemented through the lens of Cultural Proficiency.
Data-Based Decision Making. Analyze and evaluate relevant information/data to plan and implement strategies that support sustainable, improved student and system outcomes.
Instructional and Technology Resources. Provide assistance in maintaining instructional and technology resources and systems used to inform and enhance instruction.
Research and Assessment. Analyse district data, including student achievement data, and support leaders with the use of that data for decision-making.  Coordinate and support district-wide testing and assessment processes through scheduling testing, providing technical support, maintaining student assessment data, coordinating state mandated reports and organizing correspondence with families.
Professional Development. Under the supervision of the Director of Curriculum Instruction and Assessment, co-develop and deliver professional development that supports the use of culturally competent practices amongst teaching staff. Train appropriate staff to give and use assessment tools and data. Help school leaders develop plans for staff development related to data and assessment.

QualificationsThe successful Data, Assessment & Research Coordinator will be an individual who firmly believes:

all students can learn and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control
that student learning guides practice and decision-making throughout the school and system
in shared accountability and responsibility through working interdependently
in fostering a commitment among staff and parent communities to create the conditions for equity and excellence resulting in elimination of the achievement gap
in a model that promotes professional reflection and continuous improvement
has demonstrated:

successful experience in facilitating high-quality professional learning and remarkable outcomes through application
the ability to effectively manage and lead change, including changing practices and structures in our school system that may perpetuate inequities based on race and class
outstanding skills in written and oral communication, talent management, and school operations
effective facilitation and personal use of technology as an instructional tool and communication tool to improve student achievement and manage work
personal professional learning and development through a strong understanding of literature related to education, student learning, and leadership
the ability to manage dialog effectively, valuing alternative points of view in planning and decision-making
characteristics of an instructional leader
courage to do what is best for students

Application Process: Our online application system offers the opportunity to upload additional information such as a cover letter, resume, references and transcripts. Paper or e-mail copies of these materials will not be accepted.
Interviews will be conducted with candidates that best meet the current needs of the District.
Review of materials will start immediately.
The position will be filled on an un-designated time frame when, and not until, the right candidate emerges.