Frontline Applicant Tracking - Concept Schools

Openings as of 4/8/2025

Director of Accountability

JobID: 654

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  11/21/2024


Location:
  Concept Schools


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Job Description: Director of Accountability

Location: Concept Schools Central Office, 1336 Basswood Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Reports To: Chief Accountability and HR Officer


About Us:

Concept Schools is a not-for-profit Charter Management Organization (CMO) dedicated to providing quality education and fostering academic excellence. We manage 35 schools across the Midwest, supporting over 14,000 K-12 students with a STEM-focused and college-preparatory curriculum. Our mission is to prepare students for college and beyond, developing well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society. We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our team as the Director of Accountability.



Position Summary:

The Director of Accountability will oversee and manage the accountability processes within Concept Schools, ensuring adherence to academic, operational, and financial standards and data integrity. This role requires strong project management and analytical skills, a comprehensive understanding of financial, organizational, and instructional practices, and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders. The Director of Accountability supports the Chief Accountability and HR Officer in promoting a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and educational excellence.



Key Responsibility:



Accountability:

Develop and implement accountability frameworks and policies. 
Monitor and report school performance metrics, including student achievement, attendance, and graduation rates.
Ensure accurate and timely data reporting to stakeholders.
Advance data-driven decision-making and elevate data analysis.


Data Management and Analysis:

Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of school performance data.
Use data analytics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and best practices.
Collaborate with school leaders to use data-driven insights for strategic planning.
Advocate for best practices and identify opportunities for alignment with district initiatives.
Analyze assessment data from various programs and prepare data for public release.
Coordinate program evaluation services and provide leadership in planning and reporting.


Continuous Improvement:

Lead initiatives to improve academic performance and operational efficiency.
Support the development and implementation of action plans for underperformance.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement through evidence-based practices and professional development.


Strategic Planning and Performance Management:

Plan and direct strategies for performance systems at Concept Schools.
Lead research, performance measurement, and reporting practices to support timely monitoring.
Oversee the alignment of operational plans to foster a performance culture meeting all students' educational needs.
Conduct evaluations of key program initiatives to inform leadership and stakeholders.


Stakeholder Engagement:

Act as a liaison between schools, the central office, and external stakeholders on accountability matters.
Communicate accountability results and implications clearly.
Provide training and support to school leaders on accountability standards and processes.


Leadership and Collaboration:

Work closely with the Chief Accountability and HR Officer to align strategies with organizational goals.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure comprehensive support for school improvement.
Lead the enhancement of data inquiry practices across the school community.
Model effective instructional leadership and adult learning practices.
Supervise Concept Schools' progress and performance measurement system.


Qualifications:

Education: Master’s Degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Assessment, or a related field.


Experience:

At least three years of administrative experience in assessment and accountability or a related field, preferably in an educational organization.
Proven track record of improving student learning through data-driven practices.
Demonstrated success in building the capacity of school leaders to enhance instructional practices.


Skills: 

Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, especially in translating data into actionable insights.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Familiarity with state and federal education accountability standards.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
Strong project and time management skills.Flexibility, creativity, and sound professional judgment.
 
 





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Openings as of 4/8/2025

Power School Coordinator / In Person at Schaumburg, IL

JobID: 496

Position Type:
  Technology


Date Posted:
  8/1/2024


Location:
  Concept Schools


Date Available:
  ASAP


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PowerSchool Coordinator Job Description
 
Job Summary
 
Manages the collection, reporting, auditing, and archiving of PowerSchool student information data for the school system. Interacts with District staff on all facets of the system and solves system issues. Management of student information system and other PowerSchool products, audits of data fields, and training of instructional staff or data managers. 
 
Essential Job Functions
 
• Act as the main contact person for all PowerSchool-related customer support to any stakeholder (PowerSchool, and all staff)

• Performs annual setup/configuration which includes but is not limited to the calendar, scheduling, attendance, grades, photo imports, summer school, report card printing, honor roll calculations, and related items

• Organizes and prepares system software documentation, procedures, and operational instructions to use in training and to promote efficient utilization of system software

• Daily training, documentation, and audits of data quality using the approved SIS application. Includes district configuration of instructional standards within the SIS application.

• Responds to requests for data and prepares reports; ensures data quality standards are met in all areas. Helps with the understanding of data fields.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
 
• PowerSchool training, support, documentation, and auditing of information. Includes classroom training and video creation for sustainability.

• PowerSchool support with enrollment, withdrawal, attendance, demographics, and phone support with data managers.

• Performs routine file management tasks including transferring, loading, archiving, and converting data for purposes of managing and securing student information. Installation of plug-ins or patches to enhance the use of the SIS application.

• Support with state reporting for IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, and OH states (Ed-Fi, ISBE, CPS, MOSIS, MARSS, EMIS, and SIF systems)

• Manages the collection, reporting, auditing, and archiving of PowerSchool student information data for the school system. 

• Interacts with District staff on all facets of the system and solves system issues 

• Support district staff with the following PowerSchool products:

   

  • PowerSchool SIS

  • Charter Enrollment

  • Schoology

  • Performance Matters

  • Kickboard

  • Unified Insights

  • Unified Talent Perform 

  • Professional Learning

  • PD+

  • Naviance

  • Any other new products

• Other Duties as assigned 
 
Qualifications
 
Minimum
 
• 2 years of experience supporting PowerSchool SIS in a K-12 environment.

• Extensive experience with PowerSchool SIS application, audits, and training implementations.

• Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office and understanding of data exports in various platforms.
 
Preferred
 
• 4 year Degree in computer technology or related field

• 2 plus years of strong database experience, experience in PC and MAC applications, network administration training or experience, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale multi-task projects.

• 6 years of experience using SIS applications in the K-12 environment and Teacher Gradebook management.

• Previous work experience providing support with the PowerSchool SIS
 
Job Knowledge and Skills
 
• Extensive knowledge and experience with PowerSchool SIS
 
• Ability to read and interpret technical information to facilitate operations.

• Ability to develop and conduct training sessions for administrators and school staff.

• Ability to prepare reports and ensure data quality standards.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Exceptional project management skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills including document proofreading and editing skills. 

• Ability to master multiple communication methods using social media avenues for communication.

• Exceptional MS Office skills (especially Excel).

• Ability to work independently with little supervision and apply rational judgment to district requirements. Extensive analytical skills and investigation practices supporting schools will be needed.

• Analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate the problem and make decisions on a daily basis. The ability to apply logical and methodical approaches to any circumstance is a requirement.
 
Customer Service
 
Customer service responsibilities include taking care of any requests for assistance by providing and delivering professional, helpful, high-quality service and assistance before, during, and after requirements are met. Must have excellent client interaction skills at all levels of the district with a professional attitude each day. Past work experience in this area will be required to be a successful candidate.

 
Location: Schaumburg, IL (In Person)
Number of Work Days: 241
14 Days of PTO and 15 Days of Vacation 
Health Insurance and 401K benefits




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