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Senior Coordinator - Testing and Data Analysis

Polk County Public Schools

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Master's degree

Job overview

The Senior Coordinator analyzes test results, prepares reports, maintains longitudinal student achievement data, and supports principals with documentation of learning gains for school improvement.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Data AnalysisStatistical SoftwareReport GenerationMicro and Mainframe Computer SoftwareBilingualOral and Written CommunicationProject Coordination

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Education-Related AreaExperience in Testing Measurement and Data AnalysisExperience Managing StaffExperience in School Administration and Classroom Teaching

Full job description

Senior Coordinator - Testing and Data Analysis

Job Location: Jim Miles PDC

Job Location (Short): Lakeland, FL, USA, 33812

Status: Open

Posting End Date:

Salary Grade: SG20

Note:

This posting will close at 4pm on 09/28/2026.

Position Title

Senior Coor - Testing and Data Analysis

Custom Job Purpose

This position exists to analyze test results, prepare reports, maintain longitudinal student achievement data, and provide other information as necessary to assist principals and others in the documentation of student learning gains for school improvement.

Essential Functions of this Job

Consults with school principals and assistant principals in the selection, and administration, scoring and interpretation of locally developed tests. Conducts content validity analysis and reliability studies on locally developed tests as needed. Develop and implement appropriate procedures to identify, access and store data in network and PC environments identified as necessary for district-wide functions. Assists with monitoring of state and district testing programs. Works with school-based leadership team as a resource for data analysis and interpretation of test results. Assists in generating profiles of testing information and acts as a resource in their use. Develops tables and charts, and uses a variety of software to generate reports. Presents test results to school and district staff in oral and written formats.Provides data and technical assistance to schools as necessary for the development of their school improvement plans. Responds to questions and calls in relation to test administration and interpretation and utilization of results for school improvement. Prepares end of the year report on school attainment of goals stated in their School Improvement Plan. Addresses requests for test reports. Provides information to schools regarding classroom assessment and district and state accountability. Complies with best practices and procedures and shares them with schools as appropriate. Identifies and shares national and state reports with district and school staff. Assists in coordinating workshops and activities on school accountability and data issues. Uses specialized software to bank test items. In consultation with other staff, assists in organizing and coordinating pilot and field-test activities. Assists in processing and analyzing resulting data. Conducts trainings pertaining to Department of Education membership file corrections. Assists school-based personnel with prior Year Data, Student Data Updates and Assessment Data Corrections. Conducts trainings with school personnel on the implementation and use of progress monitoring systems. Acts as liaison between district and progress monitoring vendor. Maintains database of student transfers between school sites for progress monitoring purposes. Prepares progress monitoring data for Genesis system and uploads results to Department of Education for School Improvement postings.

Essential Functions of this Job (cont.)

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in an education-related area. Training, coursework, and/or experience in testing, measurement, and data analysis. Experience in managing and/or working collaboratively with staff. Experience in school administration and classroom teaching.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough understanding of the district's strategic plan, knowledge of school accountability terminology and best practices. Knowledge of tests and measurement theory and practice. Ability to interpret statutes, policies, and procedures. Ability to interpret test scores and measurement terminology to administrators, teachers, parents, and other citizenry. Skill in using a variety of micro and mainframe computer software. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with school and district program and technical staff and with the public. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and divisions. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires some sitting and standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires work with internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects infrequently weighing up to 20 pounds.

Collective Bargaining Agreement

1 - Non-Union - F4 - 12-mo OSP-Exempt

Salary Grade

SG20

Pay Grade

N/A

FLSA Status

Exempt

Local Code

1593

EEO5

6

Approval Date

11/13/2012

Date Last Revised

11/19/2014

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