Director of Education Assessment & Evaluation

Central Michigan University; Mount Pleasant, Northern (MI, KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University is seeking a Director of Assessment & Evaluation to lead the Center for Charter School’s data analysis, evaluation of school performance, and oversight of assessment practices. The DAE informs decisions, advances accountability metrics, and trains staff in assessment standards to ensure valid results for inform/dissemination.

The role requires strong quantitative/qualitative analysis, experience with charter school policy, and ability to manage multiple projects and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education or related field.
• Deep understanding of K-12 educational assessment and accountability practices.
• Three years of increasingly responsible work experience of a qualifying nature.
• Expertise in quantitative and qualitative analyses.
• Understanding of public charter schools, the role of a charter school authorizer, and the role of governing boards.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience presenting information and engaging audiences in ways that help members apply the knowledge they are receiving.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work across multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide and accept constructive criticism.
• Ability to oversee policy and program initiatives of the Center and the university.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to project a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Conducts analyses, interprets data, and prepares content for related reports.
• Provides data analysis support for The Center for Charter Schools, including reports, ad hoc studies, and requests for information.
• Ensures authorized schools remain in compliance with assessment related requirements and takes appropriate action when schools are out of compliance.
• Communicates the results of the Center’s assessment of school performance with a variety of stakeholders, including school leaders, board members and others using a variety of methods.
• Performs technical tasks and provides technical support with particular emphasis on interpretation, reporting, aggregation and evaluation of data sets.
• Plans and carries out projects to clarify and respond to the Center’s schools, the state and regional educational needs.
• Analyzes state and local data sets to assess and evaluate school performance.
• Provides updates and guidance to Center staff and partner schools regarding changes in assessment practices.
• Collaborates with authorized schools when necessary to establish new or alternative performance goals.
• Ensures that academic assessment training is provided to Center staff and partner schools.
• Builds relationships with potential collaborators and partners to inform studies and dissemination strategies.
• Creates and improves conceptual frameworks for use in evaluating school performance.
• Helps develop and disseminate strategies and present results.
• Assists with the management of contractors and external entities.
• Advises leadership and makes recommendations on key issues as needed specific to school evaluation.
• Assists with the evaluation of application for new charter schools.
• Represents the university and the Center at state and national levels.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Data interpretation

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Central Michigan University is seeking a Director of Assessment & Evaluation to lead the Center for Charter School’s data analysis, evaluation of school performance, and oversight of assessment practices. The DAE informs decisions, advances accountability metrics, and trains staff in assessment standards to ensure valid results for inform/dissemination.

The role requires strong quantitative/qualitative analysis, experience with charter school policy, and ability to manage multiple projects and