Assessment Strategy Lead

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools is seeking an Assessment Manager to support the district's assessment strategy under the Director of Assessment Systems and Strategy. The role oversees day-to-day requirements of state and local assessments, with emphasis on clear communications to schools and families and excellent customer service during assessment windows.

You will use assessment data to inform strategy, support school leaders, and drive academic performance through assessments aligned with instructional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field is required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in educational assessment administration and management.
• Experience with data management systems such as ASPEN and SIS, plus Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
• Experience with state-mandated assessments (MCAS, ACCESS) and other tools (MAP, LAS Links).
• Knowledge of research-based assessment practices and standards.
• Ability to support application, development and implementation of standards and assessments.
• Experience developing and delivering professional development for educators.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as district point of contact for coordination and administration of student assessments.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee implementation and activities of assessments and their elements.
• Create and execute project plans and communicate roles to leadership and staff.
• Develop resources for administration, training workshops, and testing schedules.
• Provide training and support to testing coordinators and district staff.

Skills

Educational assessment management

Data analysis & reporting

Communication skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Excel & Google Sheets

Staff training

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Master's degree in Education or related field

Tools

ASPEN

SIS

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Boston Public Schools is seeking an Assessment Manager to support the district's assessment strategy under the Director of Assessment Systems and Strategy. The role oversees day-to-day requirements of state and local assessments, with emphasis on clear communications to schools and families and excellent customer service during assessment windows.

You will use assessment data to inform strategy, support school leaders, and drive academic performance through assessments aligned with instructional