Manager of Assessments

About the role

The Manager of Assessments is responsible for leading the strategic implementation and operational excellence of local, state, and national assessment programs across KIPP Texas. This role manages the lifecycle of assessment data—from the creation of distribution systems to the analysis of results—to ensure high-quality, reliable student achievement data for all schools. The Manager leads a team of coordinators to ensure that every campus is compliant with state and national testing requirements while fostering a data-driven culture that supports students on their path to and through college.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Assessment Implementation: Oversee the creation and maintenance of network-wide systems for distributing required assessments to teachers and students; support senior academic leaders in maintaining strong team operations, including stipend budget management and alignment between teams; partner with teammates to ensure collaboration exists for student accommodations, designated supports, and IT tech integration.
• Compliance & State/National Testing Oversight: Develop and enforce rigorous systems to ensure 100% compliance with all state and national testing mandates; manage the process of assisting schools on-site to navigate the complexities of high-stakes testing environments; secure and manage external resources, materials, and professional development to support school teams in executing testing protocols.
• Data Systems & Analysis: Create and manage robust processes for all students to be registered for required assessments and progress monitor participation throughout the window; oversee education technology applications used for collecting, storing, and processing assessment data (e.g., Cambium, Testhound, ACT, SAT, TSIA2).
• Leadership & Professional Development: Lead and coach a team of Campus Testing Coordinators, providing them with the tools and expertise needed to support their respective school(s); oversee the design and delivery of high-impact professional training sessions focused on assessment systems and testing logistics for instructional leaders and teachers.

Requirements

• The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday.
• Expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region.
• Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Data Analytics, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in a K-12 setting as an instructional leader, academic program manager, or assessment coordinator.
• Proven track record of working in school systems that