Director of Institutional Research & Data Analytics

Ryecountryday; City of Rye (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a full-time Director of Institutional Research & Data Analytics. This pivotal role involves leveraging quantitative and qualitative data to enhance institutional effectiveness and align with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will drive data-informed decision-making, manage program evaluations, and support internal and external reporting. This dynamic position offers a chance to influence the school's direction while fostering a culture of data literacy and collaboration. Join a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing diverse talents and fostering a passion for learning in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Competitive Salaries

Extensive Benefits

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Expertise in data analysis and visualization techniques.
• Proficiency with various data analysis tools and software.
• Strong communication skills for presenting data insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead research to assess school programs and mission alignment.
• Design and analyze surveys for students, faculty, and parents.
• Maintain dashboards and support data-informed decision-making.

Skills

Data Analysis

Data Visualization

Survey Methodology

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

R

SPSS

Tableau

SQL

Qualtrics

Job description

Rye Country Day School is seeking a full-time Director of Institutional Research & Data Analytics (DIR) position to begin on July 1, 2025.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for leveraging both quantitative and qualitative data to assess and improve institutional effectiveness in alignment with the school’s mission and strategic goals. Reporting to the Assistant Head of School, the DIR plays a key role in data-informed decision-making through analysis, visualization, and strategic insights. The role also supports program evaluation, survey administration, and reporting to internal and external stakeholders.

Rye Country Day School is a coeducational, Prek-12, college preparatory school located in Westchester County, New York dedicated to providing students with an excellent education using both traditional and innovative approaches. We are actively committed to creating and sustaining a school community that is nurturing, supportive, diverse, and inclusive, one in which all students can participate fully and achieve their maximum potential through academic, athletic, creative, and social endeavors. We expect and promote moral responsibility and strive to develop strength of character within a respectful school community.

Specific responsibilities of the position include:

Institutional Research & Strategic Planning

1. Lead institutional research to assess school programs, systems, and mission alignment.
2. Collaborate with administrators to define metrics and design tools to measure progress toward strategic goals.
3. Provide research support and insights to the Learning and Innovation Committee.
4. Present findings and data trends to stakeholders to support institutional improvement.
5. Teach one/two section(s) (course and/or topic negotiable and as needed).

Data Collection, Analysis & Visualization

1. Design, collect, analyze, and report on data across academic programs, DEIB, student services, arts, athletics, faculty development, and more.
2. Maintain dashboards and data visualization tools to support strategic decision-making.
3. Clean and analyze data for dashboards, reports, and internal evaluations.
4. Conduct longitudinal and comparative data analysis using both qualitative and quantitative methods.

Survey Management & Reporting

1. Design, distribute, and analyze surveys for students, faculty, parents, and alumni.
2. Maintain the institutional survey calendar to coordinate timing and avoid survey fatigue.
3. Create custom surveys and reports to meet specific departmental needs.

Support for Teaching, Learning, & Faculty Development

1. Manage the Faculty Growth & Evaluation Dashboard and related datasets.
2. Administer and analyze course evaluation surveys.
3. Provide targeted data support for faculty, departments, and learning services.

External Reporting & Accreditation

1. Coordinate and submit data to NAIS, DASL, INDEX, and the Department of Education.
2. Serve as liaison to accrediting bodies and external organizations.
3. Support compliance with data reporting standards and requests.

Community Engagement & Capacity Building

1. Lead the Institutional Research Committee and cultivate a culture of data-informed practice.
2. Build employee data literacy through professional development.
3. Maintain networks with organizations like NAIS, AIMS, CIRIS, NYSAIS, INDEX and others to stay current on best practices.

Desired qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
2. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis (quantitative & qualitative), visualization, and survey methodology.
3. Proficiency with tools such as Excel, Google Sheets, R, SPSS, STATA, SAS, SQL, Qualtrics, Tableau, or similar platforms.
4. Experience in research design, data integration, and dashboard development.
5. Strong communication and storytelling skills to present data to diverse audiences.
6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
7. Knowledge of independent school culture and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

RCDS seeks faculty and staff who support our mission to foster a lifelong passion for learning, understanding, and service in an ever-changing world, and who share our commitment to creating and sustaining a vibrant, thriving, and inclusive multicultural learning community. The school is committed to providing invigorating and supportive work experiences for its diverse community of employees. Faculty and staff are offered meaningful opportunities for professional development, growth, and leadership; highly competitive salaries; and extensive benefits. RCDS is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout the community and curriculum. Please visit our website http://www.ryecountryday.org to learn more about the school’s rigorous curriculum, values, and strategic initiatives.

Rye Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, which prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and veteran status.

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a resume and cover letter via the following link: https://rcds.workable.com/.

Salary range $90,000 - $110,000 based on experience.