Manager of Assessments

KIPP • Dallas, TX

7d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager of Assessments is responsible for leading the strategic implementation and operational excellence of local, state, and national assessment programs across KIPP Texas. This role manages the lifecycle of assessment data—from the creation of distribution systems to the analysis of results—to ensure high-quality, reliable student achievement data for all schools. The Manager leads a team of coordinators to ensure that every campus is compliant with state and national testing requirements while fostering a data-driven culture that supports students on their path to and through college.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience in a K-12 setting as an instructional leader, academic program manager, or assessment coordinator.
• Proven track record of working in school systems that serve historically underserved communities.
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and managing diverse stakeholders.
• Expert-level skills in document formatting, spreadsheets (Excel/Google Sheets), and assessment platforms.
• Unwavering commitment to the KIPP Texas mission.
• Strong desire for continuous learning and the ability to give/receive constructive feedback.
• Flexibility and a "whatever it takes" attitude to meet student needs.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Education, Data Analytics, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of designated required assessments (i.e. grade levels, content areas, other assessments as assigned).
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of network-wide systems for distributing required assessments to teachers and students.
• Support senior academic leaders in maintaining strong team operations, including stipend budget management and alignment between teams.
• Partner with teammates to ensure collaboration exists for student accommodations, designated supports, and IT tech integration.
• Develop and enforce rigorous systems to ensure 100% compliance with all state and national testing mandates.
• Manage the process of assisting schools on-site to navigate the complexities of high-stakes testing environments.
• Secure and manage external resources, materials, and professional development to support school teams in executing testing protocols.
• Create and manage robust processes for all students to be registered for required assessments and progress monitor participation throughout the window.
• Oversee education technology applications used for collecting, storing, and processing assessment data (e.g., Cambium, Testhound, ACT, SAT, TSIA2).
• Lead and coach a team of Campus Testing Coordinators, providing them with the tools and expertise needed to support their respective school(s).
• Oversee the design and delivery of high-impact professional training sessions focused on assessment systems and testing logistics for instructional leaders and teachers.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
• Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
• Paid family leave.
• Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Legal plans
• LifeLock identity protection
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance

What This Job Offers

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