Analyst, Schooling Data & Insights

Success Academy Charter Schools • New York, NY

8d • $115,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Analyst, Schooling Data & Insights, owns the end-to-end translation of complex scholar and network performance data into clear, actionable intelligence for executive leadership. Positioned at the intersection of quantitative reasoning and decision support, this role leverages an AI-first workflow to prototype models, design defensible performance methodologies, and build high-impact interactive visualizations. By partnering closely with data and learning teams, this role bridges raw academic metrics and executive decision-making to drive rapid, network-wide impact across 50+ charter schools.

Requirements

• 1 to 2+ years of experience in data analysis, quantitative research, or a related insights role.
• Proven statistical fluency, including hands-on familiarity with core concepts like normal distributions, z-scores, and comparative ranking methodologies.
• High proficiency in AI-native analysis workflows and tools (e.g., Cursor or similar AI-assisted coding/data toolkits).
• Exceptional communication skills with a track record of presenting complex analytical concepts clearly to executive stakeholders.
• Strong visual design instincts for building simple, high-clarity dashboards and reports.
• Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant quantitative experience (non-traditional technical backgrounds welcome).

Responsibilities

• Build AI-Native Data Solutions: Utilize Cursor and advanced AI toolkits to analyze, clean, and prototype scholar data pipelines at high speed and scale.
• Develop High-Impact Visualizations: Design interactive reports and dashboards covering exam results, teacher performance, and scholar readiness, clearly communicating underlying trends and operational risks.
• Establish Analytical Methodologies: Formulate structured, statistically sound methodologies to resolve ambiguous network questions, such as fairly ranking school performance across varied assessment profiles.
• Validate and Refine Source Data: Extract raw data exports, oversee AI-assisted data cleaning and deduplication, and rigorously QA every metric against source systems.
• Synthesize Executive Takeaways: Distill technical analysis into concise, plain-English summaries and strategic recommendations tailored for senior network leaders.
• Drive Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with internal data and learning teams to acquire critical metrics and present actionable insights directly to executive leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting your first day (SA covers 82% of our core medical plan)
• Free One Medical membership
• Confidential mental health support via EAP/Talkspace
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match
• Up to $2,400/year in employer HSA contributions
• Employer-paid life/disability insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• $50/month cellphone stipend ($600/year)
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Backup family care
• Performance-based earning incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level