Director of Academic Data, Assessments, and Accountability

Location: Nashville, TN or Jackson, MS
Reports To: Chief Academic Officer
Department: Network Academic Team

WHO WE ARE

RePublic Schools is a network of high-performing public charter schools in Nashville, TN, and Jackson, MS, committed to preparing scholars for college and beyond. We believe that data is a powerful tool for advancing love, achievement, and belongingness in education. We are committed to ensuring that every scholar feels a deep sense of belonging and experiences rigorous, high-quality instruction that prepares them for success.

At RePublic, we understand that the effective use of data, assessments, and accountability is fundamental to driving scholar achievement and instructional excellence. We are seeking a Director of Academic Data, Assessments, and Accountability to lead the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of data-driven decision-making across our network of schools.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Director of Academic Data, Assessments, and Accountability is a strategic and analytical leader responsible for developing, managing, and enhancing academic data systems that support teachers, instructional leaders, and school teams in making informed decisions that improve scholar learning, academic growth, and instructional effectiveness.

This role oversees academic data strategy, assessments, and accountability, ensuring that our schools have the necessary tools and insights to drive instructional excellence. The ideal candidate is a systems-builder, a data-driven educator, and a collaborative leader who understands that effective data use is essential for equitable scholar outcomes.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As the Director of Academic Data, Assessments, and Accountability, your work will focus on the following:

Academic Data Strategy & Accountability

• Develop and execute a network-wide academic data strategy that ensures timely, accurate, and actionable data for instructional decision-making.

• Manage state and internal academic accountability reporting, ensuring compliance with all relevant assessment and performance requirements.

• Provide data-driven insights to school and network leaders to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for instructional improvement.

Scholar Assessments & Achievement Data

• Lead the planning, administration, and analysis of all academic assessments, including:

  • State-mandated assessments (TCAP, MAAP)

  • Interim and benchmark assessments (iReady and curriculum-based assessments)

  • Screener assessments

• Develop and maintain assessment calendars, protocols, and training to ensure smooth and effective implementation across all schools.

• Support instructional leaders in analyzing assessment data to drive targeted instructional interventions and scholar supports.

Strengthening Data-Driven Instruction & Scholar Achievement

• Work closely with the Academics Team, instructional coaches, and school leaders to ensure data is used to improve Tier 1 instruction and differentiated supports.

• Build dashboards, reports, and visualization tools that help teachers and leaders make real-time instructional decisions.

• Develop and facilitate professional development for teachers and leaders on how to interpret and act on scholar data.

Promoting Scholar Belonging & Equitable Learning Outcomes Through Data

• Use center-focused data analysis to identify and address disparities in scholar achievement, access to rigorous coursework, and instructional opportunities.

• Support instructional leaders in setting and tracking academic goals that align with RePublic’s mission of love, achievement, and belongingness.

• Ensure that data and assessment systems are designed to support historically underserved scholars and drive instructional excellence for all.

Partnering with School & Network Leaders on Academic Data Strategy

• Serve as the primary data partner for instructional leaders, supporting their ability to use data to inform coaching, curriculum decisions, and academic interventions.

• Collaborate with school-based and network leaders to ensure that data is integrated into instructional planning cycles.

• Provide regular