The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.
In pursuit of this mission, we are looking to hire a Data and Assessment Technician. The Data and Assessment Technician will collect, update, analyze, and manage data for various special populations programs. This data will target the areas of assessment, attendance and academics. Various formats and reporting platforms will be utilized to assist with program and student needs. Technician will collaborate with other department staff in proctoring WIDA assessments district wide.
Qualifications
Associate Degree
Experience working with Special Populations programming
Outstanding communication skills needed to effectively address information and data requests from internal staff and external school districts/educational institutions
Demonstrated knowledge in accurate data entry, data analysis and research methods
Ability to apply and utilize techniques including organizational planning, time management, attention to detail and accuracy and general reporting practices
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Office365, etc)
Preferred experience with and knowledge of OEAA Secure Site, DRC Insight/WIDA AMS Portal, Synergy, Ellevation and New Visions Portal
Familiarity with WIDA ACCESS, WIDA Screener and KG Model
Job Responsibilities
Connect with various school districts and educational institutions to assist with identifying background educational and academic information for enrolled Multilingual Learner students
Support district wide attendance initiative by pulling routine attendance data reports, collaborate with schools, programs and departments and follow up with appropriate staff
Monitor data to support attendance and graduation rates of students in Special Population programs
Assist Bilingual and Pupil Accounting Departments with accuracy of district level student reporting
Gather and record data related to the specific needs and characteristics of various special populations, such as demographic information, assessment scores, and other relevant data points.
Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement within special populations. Use statistical and data analysis tools to generate reports and draw meaningful insights from the data
Collaborate with department staff and professionals to coordinate the assessment and evaluation processes for individuals within special populations. This may involve scheduling assessments, ensuring proper accommodations, and managing assessment data
Prepare comprehensive reports and summaries of assessment results and trends within special populations. These reports may be used for program evaluation, decision-making, and reporting to stakeholders
Maintain accurate and organized records of data related to special populations while ensuring data security and confidentiality
Facilitate effective communication between various stakeholders, including department staff, educators, administrators, and external agencies or organizations that serve special populations
Stay up to date on best practices in data collection and assessment within the context of special populations and participate in relevant training and professional development to ensure a current understanding of the field
Participate in the evaluation of programs and services for special populations to assess their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Primarily sedentary work involving extended periods of sitting and computer use.
Occasional walking or standing within an office or school building to retrieve files, assist visitors, or attend meetings.
Frequent verbal and written communication using phone, email, and in-person interactions.
Daily use of office technology including computers, printers, and phones.
May occasionally lift or move materials or packages weighing up to 20 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information
At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.
We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.
Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.
External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.
Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.
Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!
This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).
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