Data & Accountability Manager

About KIPP Kansas City Public Schools:

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is part of a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools dedicated to preparing students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life. Our strength as a region serves as a catalyst for empowerment, change, and hope.

Founded in 2007, KIPP Kansas City Public Schools began with KIPP Endeavor Academy, serving approximately 31 fifth-grade students. Today, we educate approximately 1,000 students from Pre-K through 12th grade, with our community continuing to expand. Together with families and communities, we strive to create joyful, academically excellent schools that equip students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths—whether college, career, or beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and contribute to a more just world.

Position Overview:

The Data & Accountability Manager is responsible for designing, managing, and analyzing data systems and processes to support KIPP Kansas City's commitment to high student achievement and accountability. This role ensures that data systems provide timely, relevant, and actionable information for school leaders, teachers, and regional leadership. By building a culture of data literacy and accountability, this position plays a critical role in driving instructional and organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Data Management & Analysis

  • Develop and maintain robust data systems for tracking student progress, school performance, and instructional effectiveness.
  • Design and manage data collection processes for academic assessments, attendance, behavioral metrics, and other key performance indicators.
  • Conduct analyses and generate data reports that inform decision-making for principals, teachers, and regional leaders.
  • Ensure data quality by implementing processes for accurate data entry, reporting, and audit procedures.

• Accountability & Reporting

  • Support the development of accountability frameworks aligned with state, regional, and organizational goals.
  • Prepare and submit compliance reports to external stakeholders, including state and district offices, as required.
  • Track school performance against benchmarks and organizational goals, providing insights into areas for improvement.
  • Collaborate with the Senior Director of Achievement to monitor and communicate school performance metrics across schools.

• Data-Driven Culture & Training

  • Build data literacy among staff by developing resources and training to support effective data use in decision-making.
  • Collaborate with school leaders and instructional staff to integrate data into instructional planning, student interventions, and school improvement initiatives.
  • Lead professional development sessions on data tools, systems, and best practices for interpreting and using data.
  • Create clear and actionable data visualizations, dashboards, and reports that provide insight into progress and trends.

• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Work closely with school leaders, regional leaders, and instructional teams to support the data needs of each school.
  • Facilitate regular data reviews with school leadership teams to evaluate progress and adjust strategies based on data insights.
  • Serve as the point of contact for external data vendors, ensuring the effective integration of data tools and systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Education, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in data analysis, data management, or related work in an educational or nonprofit environment.
• Strong proficiency in data management and visualization tools (Excel, Google Sheets, and Power BI; experience with educational data systems is a plus).
• Knowledge of state and federal education reporting requirements and familiarity with academic performance metrics.

Skills and Competencies: 

• Commitment to KIPP KC’s mission and values
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment
• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Fosters an inclusive environment for students, staff, and families
• Works effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Builds strong relationships within the KIPP KC community
• Skilled at finding patterns in data and drawing logical conclusions
• Organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Highly attentive to data accuracy and quality in reporting

Physical Requirements: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 
• The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday.
• The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region. 

Work Environment

• Reports to work Monday-Friday and some weekends. 
• A typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions.

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to travel to work location. 

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary is based on years of experience, educational background, and level of expertise.

As a full-time KIPP Kansas City employee, you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Kansas City benefit plans. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, as well as life insurance, fertility, and disability plans.

KIPP Kansas City is committed to the professional growth and development of our staff. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement, ongoing professional development, and leadership training to help you achieve your career goals.

KIPP Kansas City provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.