Data Coach and School Supports Specialist (Full-Time)

Posted by Philadelphia Academies on August 13, 2019

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of students? Are you ready to put your skills to use as part of a team that coaches teachers and school administration on using data to create positive changes for students? Are you open to learning new skills in the area of data collection, analysis, and presentation? As a PAI Data Coach and School Support Specialist these will be key roles you will play as we partner with schools to increase the freshman on-track rate and set teachers and students up for success!

The Data Coach and School Supports Specialist is responsible for providing coaching and technical assistance to partner schools in data utilization and intervention planning strategies, as well as implementing supportive practices for 9th grade students. They will also support PAI’s efforts in coordinating career pathway work in select partner schools, including work-based learning opportunities and summer internships. The Data Coach and School Specialist will report to the Director of Career Pathway Strategies.

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience working in public schools and coaching/facilitating small groups; be willing to learn new technical and professional skills; have in-depth experience with Microsoft Excel and a strong working knowledge of data spreadsheet functions, tracking and monitoring systems and data-driven decision making; have strong written and interpersonal communications skills; and have a desire to improve the educational experience of teachers and students in Philadelphia.