MTSS Data Specialist

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.
The MTSS Data Specialist supports building administrators by tracking and analyzing school improvement data, ensuring compliance with district procedures, and facilitating data-driven instructional decisions. This role involves collecting and distributing assessment data, leading data discussions, and collaborating with school leadership teams to support student success in academic and behavioral areas.

Qualifications - Education & Certification

• Bachelor's degree required
• Teacher certification preferred

Qualifications - Experience

• Strong preference for internal applicants who are currently working in a Lansing School District role.
• Experience with process improvement and data analysis.
• Experience analyzing administrative level education data.

Qualifications - Skills & Knowledge

• Strong ability to read, interpret, and communicate data to multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency in working collaboratively with grade-level teams and school leadership.
• Knowledge of assessment tools, including district benchmark and diagnostic assessments.
• Understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and CRPBIS frameworks.
• Ability to facilitate data meetings and support instructional decision-making.

Sample Job Responsibilities

• District-Wide Data Management & Analysis – Collect, analyze, and maintain academic, behavioral, and attendance data to identify trends and inform decision-making.
• MTSS & CRPBIS Implementation Oversight – Ensure consistent implementation of MTSS frameworks and CRPBIS strategies across all schools, supporting intervention plans for at-risk students.
• Support for Building Administrators & Leadership Teams – Provide principals with data insights and guidance to enhance school improvement efforts.
• Training & Professional Development – Lead training for school leaders, teachers, and staff on data-driven decision-making, MTSS best practices, and progress monitoring.
• Intervention & Progress Monitoring – Work with district leaders and support staff to monitor the effectiveness of Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions and recommend adjustments.
• Compliance & Reporting – Ensure adherence to state and federal requirements for MTSS and school improvement, preparing reports for district leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaboration with Community & External Partners – Partner with agencies and organizations to provide additional student support and improve attendance and engagement.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making Systems – Develop and refine district-wide systems for tracking interventions and student progress in real-time.
• Special Education & Student Support Alignment – Coordinate with special education teams to align MTSS interventions with IEP and 504 processes.
• Facilitate District-Level MTSS/CRPBIS Meetings – Lead data reviews and guide school leadership in using data to improve student outcomes.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.
We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.
Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.
External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.
Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!
This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).