Program Manager Assessments and Multi-language Learner Compliance
Program Manager Assessments and Multi-language Learner Compliance
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ABOUT ASPIRE
Aspire Public Schools operates a network of highperforming collegepreparatory charter schools serving TK12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998 in an effort to transform the inequitable racial social and gender outcomes that persist in our communities Aspire is one of the largest and most forwardthinking openenrollment public charter school systems in the nation.
Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college career and life. At Aspire we lay a foundation for our scholars to acquire knowledge skills and the confidence to make informed choices for their families and future postsecondary lives. Every day our community of students families teachers and staff comes together to learn work and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (WellBeing) Culture of Belonging Community Partnership Agency & SelfDetermination and Joy.
JOB SUMMARY
The Program Manager for Assessments and MultiLanguage Learning (MLL) Compliance will lead the strategic development and oversight of assessment and MLL programs across Aspire Bay Area TK12 schools. This role ensures that assessment processes align with state and federal compliance standards including those established by the California Department of Education (CDE) and supports the reporting needs of school leadership and authorizers. Additionally this position will establish instructional practices aligned with ELD standards guide datadriven decisionmaking and ensure that academic data is effectively utilized to enhance student outcomes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Vision and Leadership Support
- Guide school site leaders on Assessment and Special Programs compliance requirements
- Regularly communicate Multi Language Learning (MLL program updates changes to key stakeholders and hold monthly meetings to update school sites on ELPAC/RFEP training for initiatives and other crucial MLL information.
- Communicate Assessment program updates and changes regularly to key stakeholders and hold monthly meetings to update school sites on training.
MultiLanguage Learning Instructional Programming and Compliance
- Develop and monitor ELD (designated and integrated) instructional programming across K12 sites in collaboration with school leaders ensuring alignment with the California English Language Development (ELD) standards and state compliance requirements through a strategic planning process.
- Created and led instructional professional development training to build the capacity of teachers and school leaders on specific ELD instructional practices.
- Write and communicate Regional and Sitebased MLL compliance documentation including LCAP annual authorizer documentation and charter renewals.
- Support the implementation of all compliancerelated tasks for Multilanguage Learners (ie ELPAC RFEP ELAC).
- Review and guide school site LCAPs and school site plans pertaining to ELD.
- Monitor regionwide and sitelevel advisory committees (e.g. DELAC ELAC) to ensure compliance and gather input to maximize program effectiveness.
Assessment Strategy and Implementation
- Develop and lead a comprehensive assessment strategy that aligns with organizational goals and state requirements.
- Through an intersectional lens analyze assessment data in relation to Aspires values focusing on supporting student growth and addressing the needs of marginalized and disenfranchised students with an understanding of their intersectional identities to inform and develop strategies that address these needs.
- Manage and maintain the organizationwide assessment calendar to ensure the timely administration of assessments across all schools.
- Ensure the assessment windows align with Board reporting deadlines and communicate any necessary changes with Home Office Operations.
- Collaborate with school leaders to ensure assessments are administered consistently and in compliance with internal protocols and external regulations.
- Support schools in achieving a minimum of 95 assessment completion and monitor progress to ensure accountability and transparency.
Data Compliance and Reporting
- Monitor compliance with state federal and charter authorized regulations including data submissions to the California Department of Education and other regulatory bodies.
- Oversee compliance processes for Multilingual Learner (MLL) programs including Reclassification to fluent English proficient and English Language Proficiency Assessments for California.
- Manage academic data reporting and analysis ensuring timely accurate and clear communication of results to the board and other stakeholders.
- Report all assessment data to authorizers and stakeholders maintaining data integrity and compliance.
- Track and ensure compliance with all state and federal reporting requirements including the submission of key data metrics and performance indicators to authorizers the California Department of Education and other regulatory bodies.
Data and System Management
- Manage assessment systems to ensure accurate data collection reporting and compliance with a focus on instructional and operational needs.
- Create and improve protocols for assessment administration and data management ensuring that systems are efficient and reliable.
- Develop academic data visualizations and reports that provide actionable insights for leadership and guide instructional decisionmaking.
- Train and support school leaders coordinators and staff in the effective use of assessment systems data analysis and best practices for data management and analysis.
*Additional:
- Demonstrate knowledge of and support the Aspire Public Schools mission vision value statements including antiracism policies and procedures operating instructions confidentiality standards and the code of ethical behavior
- This position may also require periodic travel to school sites to interact with school leaders.
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Competencies:
- The Program Manager Assessments and Special Programs Compliance must share Aspires commitment to dismantling systemic racism and integrating the three As (antiracism academics agency) into every aspect of the regions educational system as well as their role. Strong understanding of California and federal regulations related to TK12 education including compliance reporting requirements. Familiarity with assessment tools and platforms (e.g. iReady CAASPP) and data management systems.
- Excellent organization skills to manage multiple tasks deadlines and compliance requirements.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective reporting training and collaboration with various stakeholders.
- Ability to provide training and support to schoolbased staff and leaders.
- Proven experience integrating antiracist equitable and inclusive practices within ones scope of work.
Minimum education level:
- Bachelors degree in Education Data Management or a related field.
- BCLAD and CLAD certification (preferred)
Experience Required:
- At least 3 years of experience teaching (K12; focus on teaching ELD (Designated and Integrated)
- Experience with assessment management data analysis or educational compliance.
- Experience within the K12 education sector is preferred.
Physical requirements:
- Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
- Remaining in a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Evaluating the accuracy neatness and thoroughness of the assigned work.
- Communicating with others to exchange information and ideas.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists hands and/or fingers.
Work authorization requirements:
- Clear the Department of Justice background screening
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Provide health (TB) clearance (renewed every four years)
Compensation:
Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammates wellbeing! In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools we offer employees exceptional benefits including paid time off 100 core health benefits coverage on select plans life insurance/longterm disability participation in a CA state retirement plan tuition reimbursement plan and adoption assistance program.
Our salary schedule is based on years of experience for this position type.
EEO STATEMENT
Aspire Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
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