Director of Testing and Accountability Position Available In Williamsburg, South Carolina

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Kingstree, SC Position Title:

Director of Testing and Accountability Reports to:

Assistant Superintendent SUMMARY:

The Director of Testing and Accountability provides district-wide leadership in managing all aspects of state and district assessments, analyzing data to drive academic improvement, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district accountability requirements. This role supports continuous improvement by overseeing strategic planning, the Cognia accreditation process, and administration of surveys and report cards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as the designated District Testing Coordinator (DTC). Works with schools to coordinate district-wide testing programs, including, but not limited to state testing, college entrance testing, advanced placement testing, English Language Learners (ELL), Gifted & Talented as well as other interim, formative and summative assessments. Conducts Pre-assessment workshops, supports, trains and prepares communications for school test coordinators (STC’s) at district sites in test administration as needed including ability to access computer testing information and relevant reporting. Monitors compliance with all SCDE test security protocols. Works with others in the Department and schools to ensure proper identification and integrity of data of special populations for the purpose of test pre-identification and reporting (ELL, economically disadvantaged, Gifted and Talented, Title I, foster youth, special education, etc.) Maintains the overall integrity and security of the testing process. Receives, inventories, and distributes materials to site staff and returns materials to appropriate agencies. Coordinates and provides support for inputting all testing information into school systems (DRC, PowerSchool, Performance Matters, Enrich, etc.) and ensures the integrity of the pre-code process. Coordinate with schools to develop and align district and school-level strategic plans. Lead and manage the Cognia accreditation process for the district, including preparation, documentation, and evaluation Supervise and support the implementation of 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) programs. Ensure programs are aligned with district goals and reporting requirements. Analyze academic and accountability data at the district level to identify trends, areas for improvement, and actionable insights.

Prepare and present data reports to district and school leadership teams. Manage and maintain state and district data platforms, including ADT, Rally, Stadium, and Podium

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree or equivalent coursework in Educational Administration, Educational Measurement and Research, or a related field. Five (5) years of progressively responsible related experience to include two (2) years of experience in administration and educational planning, research or evaluation. Thorough knowledge of educational data and statistical support systems. Proficiency in the use of database software and statistical analysis. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employee will also perform other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Superintendent of Academics and Administration or Superintendent. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.