Manager, Data Reporting and School Support

Uncommon Schools • Boston, MA

30d • $88,600 - $104,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Uncommon Schools, strong operational systems and accurate data help ensure every student has access to an excellent education. The Manager, Data Reporting and School Support plays a critical role in supporting our Boston schools by overseeing student and teacher data, state reporting, compliance processes, and operational projects that keep schools running effectively. This role partners closely with school-based operations teams, regional leaders, Home Office teams, and external agencies to maintain data integrity, support regulatory requirements, and coordinate key operational initiatives throughout the school year. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and enjoys improving systems and supporting others through collaborative problem-solving.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in data management, school operations, compliance, project management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Demonstrated customer service mindset and ability to build collaborative working relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Commitment to Uncommon Schools' mission of preparing every student for college and beyond.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using PowerSchool or another student information system.
• Familiarity with Massachusetts DESE data collection platforms.
• Experience working with education data, compliance reporting, or school operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage student and teacher data to support local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
• Oversee state reporting for Massachusetts DESE data collections, ensuring reports are accurate and submitted on time.
• Maintain data integrity by conducting audits, resolving discrepancies, and partnering with school teams and Home Office partners to improve data quality.
• Respond to regional and state requests for data and support data analysis needs.
• Maintain the regional compliance calendar to ensure all required deadlines are met.
• Serve as the regional lead for teacher certification processes, including monitoring certification records, supporting compliance, and training school operations staff on certification requirements.
• Monitor student enrollment records and manage student ID number transfers.
• Support school operations teams by maintaining documentation, resources, and operational guidance related to state compliance.
• Provide day-to-day operational support related to student information systems, school nutrition, billing, and other regional operational processes.
• Manage purchasing, invoicing, and expense reporting for School Support budgeted items while partnering with Home Office accounting teams to ensure timely payment of vendors.
• Administer monthly National School Lunch Program (NSLP) reimbursement reporting.
• Coordinate monthly meal data collection and quarterly direct certification processes.
• Conduct annual NSLP compliance observations and provide feedback and training to school teams.
• Coordinate logistics for state and federal testing, including exam administration, scoring activities, and district partnerships.
• Partner with the Curriculum and Assessment team to adapt assessment logistics for Boston schools.
• Support regional operational initiatives, school events, and peak operational periods through project management and coordination.
• Assist with regional emergency preparedness initiatives and maintain shared operational resources for school teams.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the regional office, including technology coordination, office logistics, space reservations, and hospitality.

Benefits

• Regional staff will have the same holidays and sustainability days as school-based staff in their region, and flexible summer PTO
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

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