DIRECTOR OF ASSESSMENT AND DATA

Reports to: Deputy Superintendent

Purpose Of Job

The job of Director of Data and Assessment is done for the purpose(s) of directing, coordinating, and overseeing the development and implementation of programs and services for district testing and assessment; monitoring progress and effectiveness of site programs; providing professional and administrative assistance at all levels and staff assistance to the district leadership in the areas of evaluation and accountability. This position leads student assessment activities and ensures the district practices remain in compliance with board, state, and federal policies, and provides oversight for critical projects and maintains positive working relationships with local, national and state agencies. In addition, this position leads grant and supplemental funding efforts for the district programs and initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Current Kansas Building Leadership licensure
• Demonstrated performance management that results in measurable student achievement
• Demonstrated success leading school improvement initiatives that close achievement gaps between racial, ethnic, and economic groups
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Kansas District Leadership licensure
• Advanced Degree in an education discipline
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team building skills
• Successful experience working in a diverse organization or community
• Five or more years of progressive education administrative experience including school (preferably at two levels), and district leadership experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead the design, implementation, and management of large scale systems
  
  

Performance And Responsibilities

• Oversees district assessment programs. This includes the development of local performance assessments and test administration handbooks, the implementation of all assessments, analysis, and communication of results to stakeholder groups.
• Oversees the collection, disaggregation, dissemination and reporting of test data and other measures of student achievement.
• Assists with the development, implementation, and monitoring of evaluation models for district programs and potential grants.
• Approves requests for research projects and applications for external and internal agencies.
• Ensures compliance with grants.
• Directs and supports the district’s educator effectiveness model for measures of student learning.
• Monitors and prepares data analysis reports for the Executive Leadership Team.
• Assists the Superintendent/designee in developing long-range strategic plans for Lawrence Public Schools.
• Assists professional development presentations to teachers, district staff, and others regarding assessments.
• Oversees annual building report cards and assists with other communications regarding assessments.
• Analyzes assessment data for national, state and district assessment programs and prepares the data for release to the public.
• Maintains a current knowledge base in several areas: personalized learning, project based learning, culturally relevant teaching, technology integration, and other district initiatives.
• Plans and implements strategic change initiative through facilitation of dialogue among those involved.
• Prepares, administers, and monitors appropriate budgets.
• Establishes dates for on-going scheduled events, report cards, and state and local student performance measures.
• Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
• Evaluates staff under their supervision.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Deputy Superintendent.
  
  

Critical Skills And Abilities

• Ability to speak clearly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
• Ability to produce written communication for a variety of readers
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
• Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
• Ability to perform job responsibilities using appropriate software on district computer system and communication equipment
• Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others
• Ability to develop new insights into situations and apply innovative solutions to make organization improvements; create a work environment that encourages creative thinking and innovation; design and implement new or cutting-edge programs/processes
• Ability to be open to change and new information; adapt behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing condition, or unexpected obstacles; adjust rapidly to new situations warranting attention and resolution
• Ability to formulate effective strategies consistent with the academic, social and organization challenges of the organization; examine policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective; determine objectives and set priorities; anticipate potential stakeholder reactions or opportunities
• Ability to take a long-term view and act as a catalyst for organizational change; build a shared vision with others; influence others to translate vision into action; demonstrate a passionate belief that all children can achieve at high levels
  
  

The tasks listed in the position description are subject to change at the discretion of the Superintendent/designee.

Evaluation

Evaluated annually by the Deputy Superintendent based upon the job description and principles of effective administration leadership.

Length of Contract: Twelve-month administrative contract

Salary Range: TBD + Fringe Benefits