Academic Data Specialist

Academic Data Specialist

The Academic Data Specialist plays a critical support role on the district’s Academic team. Working under the supervision of the VP of Academics and Instruction, they collect, organize, and visualize academic performance data that informs instructional decisions and district strategy. The specialist supports internal data requests, contributes to routine and ad‑hoc reporting, maintains the integrity of district performance data systems, and provides secondary support for assessment logistics and operations.

• Analyze regional anchor metrics to identify trends impacting performance outcomes.
• Retrieve and disaggregate data from student information systems and state data portals.
• Develop clean, easy‑to‑read charts, graphs, and reports to support stakeholder comprehension.
• Recommend clear, consistent, and sustainable pathways for data retrieval and reporting.
• Investigate positive and negative trends and provide recommendations for new metrics.
• Create analysis tools, processes, and protocols to support leaders and teachers in using data.
• Support configuration, input, and ongoing maintenance of the regional anchor metrics and school performance goals.
• Build and maintain academic performance dashboards for continuous monitoring.
• Ensure data sharing and storage processes remain secure in collaboration with the data team.
• Partner with internal teams (Academics, Student Supports, Principal Managers, KIPP Forward) to enhance data utilization for instructional improvement.
• Collaborate with external partners on data requests and cross‑organizational projects.
• Respond to unique and urgent data requests from regional leaders and administrative stakeholders.
• Conduct training for school leaders, teachers, and key stakeholders on collecting, analyzing, and interpreting student learning data.
• Provide guidance on using data to differentiate instruction and drive student achievement.
• Support development, vetting, and implementation of high‑quality, standards‑aligned interim assessments.
• Serve as a thought partner to the VP of Academics and Instruction on emerging data needs and strategy.
• Handle ad‑hoc requests and other duties as assigned to meet evolving organizational priorities.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Five years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing and entering data with at least 95% accuracy; familiarity with Power School, School Mint Grow, Illuminate, Schoolytics, Deanslist, DRC‑state data reporting system.
• Experience working in nonprofit or education sectors with educationally underserved students (Desired).
• Operate a computer and standard office equipment on a daily basis.
• Occasionally lift, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Move frequently throughout office and school environments to access equipment, attend meetings, or gather data/materials.
• Maintain composure and emotional resilience in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Interpret and apply organizational policies, procedures, and data with accuracy.

Starting Salary: $60,000 (final salary will be commensurate with experience and education).

• $0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision and dental.
• Employer‑paid short‑term disability.
• $50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee.
• Retirement plan through PSSRSSL with a 12% match and an optional 403(b) supplement to the pension program.
• Employee Recognition: annual awards, holiday parties, and celebration events.
• Public Service student loan forgiveness program (qualified employer).
• Longevity bonuses: 2, 5, and 10 year financial rewards.
• Generous time off: paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave; paid parental leave; paid holidays; and scheduled weeks off during the school year.
• Wellness days and optional flexible Fridays.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities: leader coaching sessions, continuous PD, and five in‑person PD days per year for all staff.

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KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff and community members. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.