Data Strategy Consultant for Educational Networks

1 week ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Chicago Public Schools Full time

Overview:

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) stands as one of the largest educational systems in the nation, dedicated to providing an exceptional learning environment for over 320,000 students across more than 600 institutions. With a workforce of nearly 40,000, primarily educators, CPS is committed to ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, has access to a premier educational experience that equips them for future success in higher education, careers, and community engagement. Our mission is grounded in three key commitments: fostering academic progress, ensuring financial stability, and upholding integrity, all underpinned by six core values: student-centered focus, holistic development, equity, academic excellence, community collaboration, and ongoing learning.

CPS operates through 18 distinct networks, with the Office of Network Support providing essential administrative assistance, strategic guidance, and leadership development to enhance student learning across these networks.

Position Summary:

Reporting directly to the Director of Data Analytics, the Data Strategy Consultant will engage with 1-2 networks comprising approximately 20-40 urban schools. Collaborating closely with network leadership and school administrators, the consultant will play a pivotal role in establishing a comprehensive data strategy tailored to the specific needs of the assigned networks and schools, aimed at facilitating effective planning processes that drive student achievement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Chief of Schools to enhance principal and school team capabilities in alignment with the Continuous Improvement Process, including conducting root cause analyses and developing coherent multi-year strategies.
  • Assist school leaders in crafting, executing, and assessing their Continuous Improvement Work Plans (CIWP), focusing on fostering strong inquiry cycles and leveraging data for strategic planning.
  • Provide timely, actionable feedback to school leadership teams to refine their data strategies and enhance outcomes.
  • Empower school teams to implement effective, data-driven instructional cycles.
  • Stay informed about relevant changes in CPS policies and initiatives related to data, accountability, and assessment.
  • Guide school teams in accurately interpreting data in accordance with best practices and CPS policies.
  • Equip school and network leaders to plan in accordance with CPS Accountability policies and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) protocols.
  • Enable leaders to establish data monitoring cycles focused on student experiences and discipline metrics.
  • Facilitate access to necessary datasets to support comprehensive engagement with data inquiry cycles.
  • Offer expertise in selecting key performance indicators for effective planning.
  • Support chiefs in assisting principals and instructional leadership teams in goal-setting and progress monitoring for school-based initiatives.
  • Conduct strategic data analyses to enhance student outcomes and improve the effectiveness of schools, programs, and district initiatives.
  • Analyze school and network performance data to provide strategic recommendations to leadership.
  • Serve as the primary resource for understanding and utilizing CPS data systems.
  • Participate in the District's Data Analyst User Group.
  • Utilize approved enterprise analytic tools (SAS or SQL) in all analyses.
  • Adhere to established principles for analytic practice as defined by the Data Governance Council.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required; preferred fields include Computer Science, Business, Education, or related disciplines.
  • A Master's degree is preferred.

Experience:

  • A minimum of five years of professional experience in data analysis, including data cleaning, transformation, modeling, visualization, and trend analysis, along with relationship management.
  • Proficiency in data analytic tools such as SAS, R, SPSS, STATA, or similar tools is required.
  • Experience in coding is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI is preferred.
  • Experience with High School or Elementary Assessments and data cycles is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong consulting skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Proficient in Excel and/or Google Sheets, with the ability to manage and report on datasets.
  • Capability to apply statistical techniques and develop meaningful metrics.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex data concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Strong analytical, data management, and visualization skills.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to derive actionable insights from data.
  • Ability to engage with adult learners in designing and facilitating professional development for educators.
  • Exceptional report writing and project management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to build trusting relationships and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

Employment Conditions:

As a condition of employment with Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

  • Establish and maintain residency within the City of Chicago within six months of hire.
  • Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless exempted for medical or religious reasons.

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