Director, Data Driven Leadership Middle Schools

Role Responsibilities

• Lead a culture that recognizes data use as a tool for continuous improvement and decision-making across middle schools
• Coach regional leaders, middle school leaders, and key stakeholders on how to analyze data, identify performance gaps, diagnose root causes, and take action to improve student achievement, academic rigor, and high school readiness outcomes
• Ensure data conversations lead to clear instructional adjustments and measurable improvements across middle schools
• Provide guidance and co-create strategies for the portfolio of middle schools, grounded in accountability and designed to increase student growth, achievement, academic rigor, and readiness for high school success
• Develop annual goals, major milestones, and success metrics that create clarity across all levels of the organization
• Translate high-level goals into specific actions that drive execution and improve student results
• Conduct ongoing data analysis and create custom data visualizations and reports to identify strengths and opportunities across middle school performance indicators
• Analyze both quantitative and qualitative data across student, teacher, leader, and school-level performance indicators
• Made bold recommendations based on data and provide insights to KIPP Texas leaders on a recurring basis (e.g., weekly)
• Use data storytelling to clearly communicate findings and drive strategic decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience required
• Master’s degree preferred
• Strategic thinker with strong judgment and the ability to prioritize mission-critical work
• Exceptional data analysis skills with the ability to interpret trends, identify root causes, and translate findings into action
• Strong understanding of foundational statistics and data-driven decision-making
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences
• Skilled in influencing, coaching, and leading through relationships rather than direct authority
• Strong project management and execution skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High level of ownership, initiative, and problem-solving in complex environments
• Results-driven with a strong focus on accountability, outcomes, and continuous improvement
• Collaborative and relationship-oriented with the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders
• Deep cultural competence and commitment to educational equity and student achievement

Additional Information

What We Bring to the Table
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
Paid family leave.
Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
Employee assistance programs.
KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits:
legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance.

Physical Requirements

The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday.
The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region.

Travel Requirements

Regular Travel: Regular travel to school sites, regional offices or external locations for professional learning, meetings and other work related activities.

Additional Requirements

Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Work with frequent interruptions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability.