Anticipated Director of Data, Assessment and Accountability - 2026-2027 VACANCY

Poughkeepsie City School District•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD. Under the direction of the Superintendent of Schools or designee the Director of Data, Assessment, and Accountability will support schools in the areas of data collection, data analysis, state assessments and accountability. The Director will provide key strategic direction and project management while leading the use of data to inform and drive decisions that will lead to student success. The Director will provide strategic, data driven problem solving support to organizational leadership while providing consultation and support to school leadership.

Requirements

Master's Degree
New York State School District Leader (SDL), or School District Administrator (SDA) by the time of appointment
Prior experience in data analysis and accountability
Broad knowledge of modern research-based instructional techniques and teaching methods, curriculum development, program implementation and assessment processes.
Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements of state and federal accountability and state assessment.
Ability to deliver training to adult learners.
Ability to interpret data, problem-solving, and observational skills.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Operate standard office equipment pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records and performing accounting procedures.

Nice To Haves

Prior administrative experience in an urban school district with a large racially and economically diverse population are preferred and encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Advise assistant superintendents on organization issues, and student achievement based on current data and information for the purpose of ensuring accountability measures and district and school initiatives are being met.
Develop, implement, and analyze assessments to determine learning mastery and review data to determine trends.
Disaggregate data and create reports; and provide evaluative findings (including student achievement data) for the review of curriculum and instruction program effectiveness.
Compiles and disseminates reports on student achievement (i.e. academic dashboards).
Works cooperatively with school leaders, leadership teams, instructional coaches in developing and supervising the procedures for administering local and state assessments.
Coordinate the ordering and use of all local and state assessment materials.
Plans, improves, and oversees local and state assessments.
Ensure district-wide compliance with federal and state accountability requirements.
Coordinate the review, development, and revision of all procedures related to the administration of local and state assessments.
Works cooperatively with principals in developing and supervising the procedures for administering local and state assessments.
Provide technical assistance to district and school administrators in the areas of federal and state accountability measures.
Support the district and individual school efforts in the implementation of state and federal accountability requirements.
Provide evaluative findings (including student achievement data) for the review of curriculum and instruction program effectiveness.
Assist in the preparation of the budget and administration of the budget for supplies, equipment, and facilities in the area of student assessment.
Provide stakeholders with valuable data and information for the purpose of informing instructional practices and promoting high levels of student achievement.
Complete assessment calendar for the School District.
Provide accurate and statistically appropriate reports.
Disseminate information regarding requirements of the state assessment program including test administration, security, and confidentiality.
Analyze data including benchmark assessments, enrollment, attendance and demographic data.
Monitor all school sites during the administration of state assessments.
Compile, maintain, and file all state and federal reports.
Advise and collaborate with school leaders on school and teacher level data to meet school goals and objectives.
Serve as the lead liaison with NYSED assessment and accountability staff.
Plan and provide staff development for teachers, school leaders on educational trends, school-based testing coordinators on the requirements of the state assessment program and the state and federal accountability programs.
Disseminate information regarding current requirements of the state assessment program including test administration, security, and confidentiality.
Other duties as assigned.