Assessment Data Specialist - Remote

About EdTec:

EdTec Inc. (edtec.com) is a social enterprise committed to improving public education by supporting charter schools with business, operations, and performance services. Our work supports our vision to have the greatest positive impact on the quality of public education.

EdTec is growing on a national scale. Currently, we provide services to over 300 chater schools across seven states, many of them located in low-income, high-needs communities. We are seeking an Assessment Data Specialist who will share our enthusiasm to support our partner schools with high-value services, to empower the school leaders to focus their attention where it matters most – on providing an excellent education for their students. Ideal candidates will have an entrepreneurial approach, be a self-starter, and have comfort with fast-growing organizations.

We are business experts, educators, policy makers, and parents who are passionate about education. EdTec is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment where all employees are respected for the unique talents, skills, and experiences they bring to the table and have access to what they need to thrive. We strive to build a team that is passionate about our mission and values and reflects the diversity of the charter schools we support in order to provide the best possible service delivery and advance the charter school movement. EdTec provides a comprehensive range of services in the areas of charter petition development, back-office services, school data and compliance, school software, and consulting services.  

EdTec Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.  

Responsibilities

 Specifically, the Assessment & Data Specialist will be responsible for:

• Providing analyses of student achievement data for charter renewals, LCAP reports, WASC, grant applications, etc. involving data provided by school as well as state-wide data available from the CDE via downloadable databases
• Providing guidance on best assessment data tracking methods to meet school/authorizer reporting requirements
• Assisting in or overseeing the planning and implementation of student assessment systems in new and existing schools
• Serving as the primary point of contact for teachers and administrative staff in schools to answer questions and provide guidance on using online student assessment systems such as Illuminate DnA and Otus
• Occasional training of teachers and administrators on student assessment software and systems
• Researching and developing (where applicable) new processes, reporting requirements, and technical solutions
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Assessing client data needs and identifying additional areas for consulting work
• Identifying, assisting, and executing strategic projects/initiatives to improve and grow EdTec operations, services, sales, and the overall business.

Within EdTec, you will work closely with the Assessment Lead while also providing ad hoc assistance to financial analysts and managers. This is a full-time position.

Requirements

Qualifications for the position

• Understanding of or interest in database systems
• Solid Excel skills and familiarity with relational databases such as  SQL or MS Access a plus
• Familiarity with ETL concepts and data modeling
• Interested in student data systems and automating data flows between systems
• A strong client-service orientation, responding efficiently and effectively to client requests
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects while meeting customer expectations.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written

Pluses, but not required

• Consulting experience or interest in education
• For recent college graduates, a degree in computer science, engineering, economics or other quantitative subject
• Familiarity with the Illuminate Data and Assessment system, Otus, or NWEA, i-Ready and/or Renaissance Star data extracts
• Exposure to CALPADS, and related State Reporting systems (e.g. CAL-SAAS, SEIS)
• Familiarity with California Department of Education publicly-reported school performance data
• Exposure to student data systems such as PowerSchool, Aeries, Schoolmint, Clever, etc.
• Experience managing AWS/RDS, Microsoft Azure, or similar databases

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience + performance bonus.  Excellent benefits: health, dental, vision, flexplan, 401k. EdTec will provide training in key facets of student information systems and data management. At EdTec Inc, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. The minimum salary for this position is $55,000. Ultimately, we determine compensation based on your experience and geographic location.