Manager of Data Analytics

Company Description

About KIPP Nashville Public Schools 

KIPP Nashville Public Schools is a network of high-performing, free, open enrollment K-12 schools that has been committed to positively affecting student outcomes in Nashville since 2005. KIPP Nashville is part of the acclaimed KIPP Network, which educates 100,000+ students nationwide and supports students from Pre-Kindergarten through college, career and beyond. Through the KIPP Forward program, our team helps students identify their career of highest aspiration and develop the skills and confidence to chase their dreams. KIPP Nashville currently operates 3 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools and we are excited to open our doors to an additional elementary school in 2025 in response to strong community demand. 

The mission of KIPP Nashville is to together with families and communities create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence they need to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our core values are: GROWTH, TEAM, and SHINE. If you share in this belief and values, if you have a proven willingness to do what it takes for students to be their best, if you thrive in an environment that is both collaborative and entrepreneurial, then you are already a KIPPster.

Job Description

KIPP Nashville Schools and Regional Team depend on accurate, timely, and relevant data to make decisions that support our students and staff. Providing that accurate, timely, and relevant data requires the meticulous upkeep of a complex system of data tools. KIPP Nashville is seeking a Manager of Data Analytics to support the management, maintenance, and constant improvement of our data system environment.

This position is a temporary, 6-month contract for 20 hours of work weekly, with the possibility of extending and becoming full-time. Pay rate for this position will be $50-$75/hour depending on qualifications and experience.

What You'll Do:

The Manager of Data Analytics plays a critical role in driving academic performance and operational efficiency across the KIPP Nashville region. This role leads the development and execution of strategic data initiatives, including the design and management of dashboards, analysis pipelines, and performance reporting systems. By providing actionable insights and high-quality data tools, the analyst supports regional leaders, school leaders, instructional coaches, and operations teams in making informed decisions that positively impact student outcomes.

Strategic Data Leadership

• Design, build, and maintain key dashboards used by regional and school leaders to monitor progress and drive instructional decisions.

• Partner with school and regional leadership to translate priorities into measurable metrics and aligned data systems.

• Clean, compile, and analyze data across content areas to support reporting and analysis.

Data Infrastructure and Systems Management

• Oversee the creation and optimization of SQL Server stored procedures, views, and temporary tables to improve query performance across large-scale datasets.

• Integrate and manage data from multiple platforms (e.g., PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Illuminate, MasteryConnect, Amplify) to ensure consistent and accurate reporting.

• Develop and maintain Tableau dashboards and calculated fields, ensuring dynamic, flexible reporting tools for end users.

Collaboration and Cross-Functional Support

• Train and support school-based staff in interpreting data, using dashboards effectively, and applying insights to instruction, grading, and interventions.

• Manage communication with key stakeholders, including principals and regional leaders, during system rollouts or incidents that impact gradebooks, report cards, or data platforms.

Quality Assurance and Innovation

• Ensure accuracy and consistency across instructional platforms.

• Regularly evaluate and improve existing dashboards and data pipelines to better support instructional coaching, academic interventions, and student success tracking.

• Proactively identify data trends and provide strategic recommendations to leadership on areas for improvement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in education data analysis, preferably in a K-12 environment

• Proficiency in SQL, Tableau, and data architecture in SQL Server environments

• Strong understanding of K-12 platforms (e.g., Infinite Campus, PowerSchool, Renaissance DnA, Amplify)

• Proven ability to manage large datasets and create accessible, actionable data tools

• Excellent communication and project management skills

• Commitment to equity and improving outcomes for all students

Additional Information

Apply online at https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/nashville. Please contact Matt Hilzendeger with any questions.

KIPP Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual preference, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status .All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.