Administrator for Accountability and Assessment

Education Service Center, Region 2; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Service Center, Region 2 in Texas seeks a regional leader to provide accountability, assessment, and data analysis support to its client districts. The role focuses on staff development and data-driven improvement.

You will design and deliver training, collaborate with TEA and local partners, build capacity, and ensure timely delivery of products and services that boost student achievement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Experience facilitating groups.
• Knowledge of State and Federal Accountability (RDA).
• Adult learning and staff development for adults.
• Proficiency with standard office software and email.

Responsibilities

• Develop data visualizations and reporting mechanisms using a database such as DMAC, Eduphoria, etc.
• Stays current with state and federal requirements related to accountability and school improvement.
• Maintain effective communication with TEA and local partners.
• Provide professional development, coaching, technical assistance, and resources to districts in Region 2.
• Develop content-rich learning opportunities through webinars, blended learning, and face-to-face formats.

Skills

Facilitating groups

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Accountability & Assessment

Adult learning

Tools

Cambium

Analytic Portal

G Suite

Apps (mobile/PC)

Job description

Primary Purpose: Provide regional leadership, technical assistance, and staff development to ESC‑2 clients in the area of services related to state and federal academic accountability, assessment, and data analysis for school improvement.

Experience

• Facilitate groups in a way that builds capacity in the areas of Accountability and Assessment.
• Design, develop, and deliver staff development/technical expertise.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and state and federal agencies
• Deliver products/services in a timely manner.
• Evaluate program effectiveness
• Guide internal staff capacity in the areas of Accountability and Assessment
• Provide technical expertise to districts/campuses in responding to Accountability and Assessment related questions
• Guide clients in complying with state and federal accountability requirements. Maintain effective communication with the Texas Education Agency and other local partners
• Ability to work collaboratively and individually on assigned tasks

Special Knowledge And Skills

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Experience in facilitating groups.
• Knowledge or experience in working with State and Federal Accountability, to include RDA.
• Knowledge of and experience in adult learning and planning appropriate staff development for adults.
• Demonstrate effective job-related skills that model effective integration of technology.
• Experience working with online tools, such as Cambium, & the Analytic Portal.
• Demonstrated understanding of state assessments and their requirements.
• District or Campus Testing Coordinator experience required.
• Demonstrated skill in analyzing assessment results that will drive school improvement
• Proficiency with standard functions with electronic applications on both mobile and traditional devices (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, G Suite, Apps) and email.
• Proficiency with computers (PCs and/or MACs) to include desktop management, file management and operations, and working in a network environment.
• Exceptions to these requirements will be considered based on exemplary skills, training, and record of success.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Develop data visualizations and reporting mechanisms using a database such as DMAC, Eduphoria, etc.
• Stays current with state and federal requirements related to accountability and school improvement.
• Maintain effective communication with the Texas Education Agency and other local partners
• Provides professional development, coaching, technical assistance, and resources to districts in Region 2 for the purpose of increasing student achievement through assessment and accountability services.
• Develop and provide content-rich learning opportunities through a variety of learning modes including but not limited to webinars, blended learning, face-to-face, and web-based technologies
• Facilitate groups in a way that builds capacity in the areas of Accountability and Assessment

Specific Responsibilities And Duties

• Communicate effectively and interact professionally
• Build professional relationships with colleagues and clients, maintaining regular and continuing interaction, in meeting shared outcomes
• Demonstrate self-confidence, professionalism, and a high level of customer service skills (e.g., courtesy, patience, diplomacy, etc.) at all times and, in particular, when under stressful or unprecedented situations while working with colleagues and clients
• Demonstrate professional-level written and oral communication skills
• Work collaboratively in a team setting
• Promote and support organizational change
• Keep supervisors informed.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of program materials and information

Organizational Improvement

• Contribute to the mission, vision, and core values of the organization to promote a positive organizational culture
• Provide administrator level assistance to conceptualize, support, and implement special innovative projects
• Collaborate with other ESC departments to contribute to the effectiveness of the organization to ensure staff pursue a common vision for overall improvement
• Communicate and promote high expectation levels consistent with organizational goals
• Assumes responsibility for developing and implementing an organizational climate conducive to positive staff morale
• Maintain an effective, open system of communication with the Executive Director, Deputy Director, Associate Directors, and staff
• Participate in the Planning and Performance Management (PPM) initiative, contributing to the development, execution, and tracking of strategic goals and performance metrics to support organizational success.

Professional Growth and Development

• Accept responsibility for professional conduct that is conducive to the leadership role and responsibility of the position
• Develop leadership skills characterized by good judgment, logical thinking, creativity, and imagination
• Assume responsibility and initiative for acquiring those leadership, supervisory, and administrative skills necessary for fulfilling assigned duties
• Employ professional ethics in relationships with regional program clients, staff, and the community
• Assume responsibility for acquiring knowledge, skills, and attitudes for fulfilling duties, including participating in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, and practices
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and special events as appropriate, and accept responsibility for professional conduct regarding attendance of and attitudes toward scheduled meetings
• Demonstrate initiative, persistence, and a high level of energy and enthusiasm for assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrate the use of sound judgment and ingenuity in problem solving to meet the needs of the Center and clients served.
• Participate and engage in learning experiences that enhance job knowledge and skills, and that build capacity in the program area.
• Remain current with program standards and regulations; research and appropriately apply current theories and methodologies.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to new situations and assignments.
• Set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite any barriers encountered.
• Work under minimal supervision.

Program Management

• Provide oversight and coordination of assigned projects ensure efficient and effective workflow to maximize use of funds
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings to support LEAs
• Oversee internal information support services and federal programs staff to ensure priorities and project activities are met
• Assume responsibility for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of assigned programs
• Participate in required program meetings, trainings, and events to meet program goals
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Manage and support the Management Information Systems (MIS) staff in meeting the vision and goals that align with the culture and values of the ESC-2
• Manage and support the Information Systems Student team and Information Systems Business team on the use of TSDS, ASCENDER, and other relevant software to ensure effective technical assistance to LEAs and provide guidance on state and federal compliance requirements

Mental Demands

• Ability to interpret policy and procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision
• Ability to think critically and problem-solve
• Ability to multitask and crosstrain
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
• Ability to prioritize tasks on a daily basis and function with constant interruptions

Physical Demands

• Occasional regional and statewide travel
• Ability to lift 15 pounds or more
• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours

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