2026-2027 Data-Driven Instruction Support Specialist (Federal Funded) @ Instruction Department

Internal employees:  Set to your account to internal before applying at https://aisd.schoolspring.com/internaljobsettings 

Primary Purpose:

• Responsible for the administration, implementation, support, and continuous optimization of the SchoolCity assessment platform to advance Title I program goals and campus improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:        

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Instructional experience 
• Demonstrated knowledge of instructional practices

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction 
• Effective human relations, communication, and leadership skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to details
• Excellent computer skills, including Excel 
• Knowledge of SchoolCity, PowerSchool
• Knowledge of state and federal accountability systems
• Adept at compiling and analyzing data
• Strong organizational skills

Experience:

• Three (3) years of education experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Ensures the integrity, accuracy, and synchronization of student assessment data; supports campus assessment administration; and provides technical assistance and professional learning to campus personnel in the effective use of SchoolCity and data driven instruction.  Utilizes evidence-based data analysis practices aligned to the Effective Schools Framework (ESF), ESSA evidence-based requirements, and federal accountability expectations to improve student achievement and close achievement gaps at the campus level.  Collaborates with campus leaders to support the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of instructional programs and initiatives designed to improve student achievement and close achievement gaps.

Supports the import, export, validation of assessment data through SchoolCity and related systems to meet federal and state accountability requirements, inform Comprehensive Needs Assessments (CAN), Campus Improvement Plans (CIP), Title I program evaluations, and data-driven instructional planning.

Program Management

• Serve as the district SchoolCity liaison advancing the use of SchoolCity tools, assessments, and reports to support data-driven instruction, improve student achievement, accelerate learning, monitor intervention effectiveness, and close achievement gaps among student groups.
• Assist campuses in the collection and presentation of student achievement data used to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of federally funded programs, services, and interventions.
• Support campuses in identifying, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating ESSA-compliant evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions using SchoolCity assessment data and performance reports.
• Assist Title I campuses in utilizing assessment data to monitor program effectiveness, measure progress toward performance objectives, evaluate intervention outcomes, and inform annual program evaluations.
• Coordinate SchoolCity campus trainings that support Title I schools, in creating student groups requiring accelerated support.
• Assist campuses in using SchoolCity assessment results to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate campus improvement plans and intervention groups aligned with federal accountability expectations.
• Provide technical assistance for Comprehensive Needs Assessments (CAN), Campus Improvement Plans (CIP), and annual evaluation processes using SchoolCity data sources.
• Collaborate and train with curriculum team to create SchoolCity assessments to monitor student achievement and closing achievement gaps.
• Develop and refine user guides and support resources to ensure a smooth rollout of the testing platform to support student outcomes and close the achievement gap.
• Lead onboarding and training for new staff on all components of the testing platform.
• Design and deliver ongoing professional development of testing platforms for campuses on assessment systems and data practices to accelerate student outcomes and close the achievement gap.
• Support campuses with SchoolCity reports to strengthen campus targeted assistance programs to accelerate student outcomes and close the achievement gap.
• Troubleshoot testing platform issues and coordinate with the vendor or district technology team as needed.
• Monitor fidelity of implementation of SchoolCity, data-driven instructional protocols, and Title I data-driven instructional practices across campuses to promote effective instruction.
• Support Title I campuses through SchoolCity by accessing assessment reports, guiding school leaders in the use of evidence-based interventions for students identified as at risk of failing to meet state academic standards.
• Prepare SchoolCity communication templates and video tutorials to support consistent implementation practices.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief. 
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned that meet the intent and purpose of the Title I Program.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Professional Non-Supervisor Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (up to 35 pounds). May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (35-50 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting.  By applying for this position, you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description. 

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire. 

Calendar Days:220 

Pay Grade: P1-O  

2025-2026 Salary Range Min. $ 75,411 (Based on previous experience) 

Salaries are determined by the number of completed and eligible years of service at an accredited school.  

Salary is based on 220 days. If working less than 220 days, the salary will be less. 

Federal Funded positions:  

The hourly rates listed above are subject to change depending on the funding allocated for the specific job you may be hired for. The funding for this position is federally funded for the current school year. Continuation of the position is contingent upon the availability of future funds. 

This position has been approved for 1 YEAR ONLY.

Internal employees:  Set to your account to internal before applying at https://aisd.schoolspring.com/internaljobsettings