Description

Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District

Job Description

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Position Title: Coordinator for MLSS, Data, and Assessment 

Department/Location: Teaching and Learning/District Services Center

Reports To: Directors of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Employee Group: Supervisor

Contract: 220 days

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Position Summary:

This position has primary responsibility for leading the Multi-Layered Systems of Support (MLSS) and interpretation of Federal, State, and District-level data and assessments. Other roles include: supporting the implementation of MLSS systems, maintaining records of local assessment and survey results, assisting with reconciling student data and achievement accounts with the State Data System, serving as District Assessment Coordinator for State and local testing, and facilitating professional development for district staff on the use of a data warehouse and data visualization tools.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Experience:  Minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience
• Experience in Multi-Layered Systems of Support, universal instructional practices, evidence-based interventions, and using data-based decision making
• Expertise Required:  Advanced skills in office productivity and data analytics tools
• Expertise with database programs similar to the District’s data and management systems
• Professional Learning: Continuing development of professional skills, knowledge, and willingness to share expertise with colleagues.
• Bilingual - Spanish/English Preferred

Essential Functions:

• Oversee Multi-Layered Systems of Support 
  • Systems integration of academic layers of support
  • Collaborate with the Teaching and Learning Team
  • Collaborate with Academic Interventionists and Psychologists
• Collaborate with Social-Emotional Learning Coordinator 
• Oversee application of data for teaching, learning, and continuous improvement
• Coordination of internal and external information and communications, such as mail, bulletins, and electronic notifications
• Development of positive, supportive relationships with all stakeholders in the building and district (faculty, technology staff, etc.)
• Coordinates District-level systems-related projects  
• Plans and coordinates student assessment and progress monitoring across all schools
• Facilitates review of student achievement and growth data with administrative team members.
• Analyzes student data and shares with stakeholders, including the Board of Education
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning or Directors of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates interest in continuous learning and innovation
• Organizes and establishes priorities
• Proven track record working as a team player
• Communicates effectively in multiple modes of communication
• Demonstrates a high degree of integrity and confidentiality 
• Exhibits efficient project management skills
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills with composure and positivity
• Possesses skills in flexibility and decision-making
• Effective customer service orientation

Working Conditions:

This job is performed primarily indoors, with the occasional need to attend meetings outside the building and/or in other district schools. 

• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods, up to 6 hours in an eight-hour day. 
• Must be able to perform light physical work, lifting up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 30 pounds without assistance in an indoor setting.
• Must be able to move throughout the building and from building to building.
• Must have dexterity and hand/eye coordination necessary to operate office equipment.
• Hearing activity requires the ability to participate in numerous conversations throughout the day, both in person and over the telephone.
• Must be able to complete job duties in an environment where background noise and frequent interruptions are the norm.
• Must have the ability to maintain concentration and focus on tasks requiring timeliness and attention to detail.

Physical / Mental Requirements:

This is a physically light job that involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. This job involves sitting, with a need to move about for significant periods. Reaching, handling objects and papers, and fine manipulation are all performed frequently. Verbal and auditory communication are both frequently involved.  Near acuity is frequently utilized.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Essential job functions are intended to describe those functions that are primary to the performance of this job, and other job duties include those that are considered secondary to the overall purpose of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.  Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.  All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

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EEO Statement:

The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District is an equal-opportunity employer. The school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, political affiliation, disability, sex or sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap, marital status, ancestry, color, or any other reason prohibited by Federal or State law.