Academic Services Supervisor, Research & Evaluation
Academic Services Supervisor, Research & Evaluation Description Position Department: Academic Services Position Location: Central Office (Green Ave) Bargaining Unit: Act 93 - 12 month Last Updated Date: April 27, 2021 Position Summary: Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent, the Research and Evaluation position is responsible for planning, evaluating and managing comprehensive research and development programs in support of the instructional and other programs within the school district. The Research and Evaluation Supervisor develops data collection instruments, analyzes data, and reports findings to central office staff, schools or other targeted audiences. Work is reviewed in terms of adequacy and timeliness of work performed. Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties: 1. Conducts evaluations of educational programs, projects; ensures that all evaluations meet standards established by the National Joint Committee on Standards for Educational Evaluation. 2. Designs, develops and proceeds to plan, organize and implement projects independently. 3. In consultation with the Assistant Superintendent, prepares a variety of research studies and provide recommendations based on findings and the district strategic plan. 4. Coordinates research, planning and evaluation projects with other departments, schools, and external agencies. 5. Assists with preparing needs assessment analysis and designing the evaluation components for school district grants and projects. 6. Assists with developing and distributing client specific surveys and oversees all curriculum efforts for schools to access instructional resources. 7. Collects, compiles, and analyzes data to evaluate programs and prepare evaluation reports; develops conclusions to provide accurate support for both formal and ad hoc presentation, papers and discussions. 8. Constructs the analysis component for database development; serves as a member of a database development team; and programs and designs customized reports and databases. 9. Compiles and prepares annual WPSD Demographic and Student Achievement Profiles. 10. Serves on cross-functional workgroups as a representative of Academic Services. 11. Provide staff development workshops on evaluation as requested. 12. Assists with the state mandated testing program. |
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Position: |
Academic Services Supervisor, Research & Evaluation |
| Organization: |
William Penn School District |
| Location: |
Lansdowne, PA
United States
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| Salary: |
Commensurate with Experience / Per Year |
| Posting Start Date: |
10/24/2023 |
| Date Posted: |
10/24/2023 |
| Requirements |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and
desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and
equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District.
Ability to understand and hold self and others accountable for promoting and attaining
the goals as outlined in Focus Forward 2025.
Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their
group cultural heritage.
Strong knowledge of social science research and evaluation methodology, statistics, and
data processing.
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Knowledge of data processing software
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of program evaluation
Skill in explaining testing and statistics to administrators, teachers, and parents.
Ability to use spreadsheets and relational database systems
Ability to communicate, both in writing and orally, technical information in a way that is
understandable to people without technical training.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with staff from various parts of a school system.
Knowledge of quality management, systems thinking, and strategic planning are highly
desirable.
Skill in report writing and oral communication, including public speaking.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school
administrators, the School Board, and general public
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a social science area related to the
work of a school entity (e.g., education, psychology, evaluation, research, sociology,
psychometrics, etc)
Five years experience as a principal investigator in research/evaluation projects
Eligible for a Pennsylvania driver's license at time of hire
Required Qualifications: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a social science area related to the work of a school entity (e.g., education, psychology, evaluation, research, sociology, psychometrics, etc) Five years experience as a principal investigator in research/evaluation projects Eligible for a Pennsylvania driver's license at time of hire
Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral Degree A supervisory or administrative certification Psychometrician Conditions of Employment: Current clearances as required by PA Department of Education: Copy of Act 33(PA Child Abuse History) Copy of Act 34(PA Criminal Background Check) Copy of Act 114 (FBI Fingerprinting Background Check) Copies of Act 168 (Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release) forms from prior employers Working Conditions & Physical |
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This listing expires on: 10/23/2024 |
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