FACULTY MSD - Data & Assessment Coordinator
Recruitment #23-009009-0030
Department | MD School for Deaf - Frederick - Educational Svc. |
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Date Opened | 11/16/2023 2:20:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 12/15/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $58,780.00 - $120,405.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Emily Hicks |
Work Location |
Frederick
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Introduction
Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who
in partnership with families, provides an equitable and exemplary education in
a nurturing, engaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students
achieve personal excellence and become lifelong learners.
LOCATION OF POSITION
This position will be
primarily located at the Frederick Campus, but applicants must be willing to
work on both the Frederick and Columbia Campuses.
MSD, Frederick Campus,
101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705
MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169
Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Main Purpose of Job
Coordinate and oversee the administration of assessments and analyze data to provide meaningful information to guide educational decision making in order to support the implementation of a bilingual educational program for Deaf students in a language accessible environment as well as an enriched bicultural environment conducive to the development of the optimal social and emotional growth of Deaf students.
POSITION DUTIES
Serve as a liaison
with the MSDE on state assessments, communicate out state policies and testing
changes. Attend state meetings and trainings. Coordinate and monitor the
administration of state assessments as well as internal assessments from
birth-21 including alternate assessments. Coordinate Advance Placement (AP)
testing working with the College Board. Responsible for managing online systems
and any paper systems for the coordination, administration and monitoring of
tests including but not limited to the state system, Measures of Academic
Progress (MAP), Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA, The Raven (gifted and
talented testing), etc. Updates testing results/waivers in PowerSchool, working
with the PowerSchool administrator. Synthesize, analyze and represent data in a
variety of ways for reporting to both internal and external stakeholders. Track
data over specific periods of time. Provide training to staff on all facets of
testing and data analysis.
Oversee staff Maryland
State Department of Education (MSDE) certification including but not limited to
supporting staff through the certification process, liaising with the MSDE to
ensure certification compliance.
This position works on both
the Columbia and Frederick campuses and reports directly to the Director of
Curriculum and Instruction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree required.
Experience: Experience in data
analysis or the administration of assessments.
Fluency in American Sign
Language and written English required.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- MA in education, mathematics, data analysis or related field
- Administering state assessments
- Using Excel or similar software
- Using Measures of Academic Progress (MAP)
- Navigating Maryland’s online IEP system
- Teaching in a K-12 setting
- Brigance
- Alternate assessment options
- Knowledge of criteria- and norm-referenced assessments Testing accommodations
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
New hires are subject
to a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (Maryland
Code, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)
Candidates will need to provide
three letters of recommendation with their application.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be prescreened before candidates are
invited to an interview. As an equal opportunity employer, MSD is
committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective
of the State's diversity.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online application
process is STRONGLY preferred. If online access is not available or if
you encounter difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in
person before the closing date and time. Please include your name and
recruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper
application. Additional or supplemental information must be submitted by the
closing date and time. A copy of your college transcripts
must accompany your application. The preferred method to receive
transcripts and additional information is for them to be uploaded.
Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the
following:
Mailing Address: Maryland
School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044
E-mail:
emily.hicks@msd.edu
Phone: 410-696-3031,
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Fax: 410-696-3084
Individuals from
traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged
to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. As an equal
opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and
promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. We thank
our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.