University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
College of Education
Assistant/Associate Professor of Leadership, Research, and Foundation Tenure Track

The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS) invites applications for two positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the Leadership, Research, and Foundations Department in the College of Education (COE). Individuals with strong
interests in research methodology, content, and knowledge in large-scale assessment or experience using large data sets for research purposes are especially encouraged to apply.

UCCS is a dynamic, modern, community-based institution located in northeast Colorado
Springs. The 500-acre campus stands against Austin Bluffs with a panoramic view of
Pikes Peak and the Garden of the Gods. UCCS is the designated growth campus of the
three-campus University of Colorado system. Enrollment currently stands at about 7,600 students. Colorado Springs, the second largest city in the state, is the home of the U.S. Olympic Training Center, the United States Air Force Academy, Northern Command, and a variety of natural and cultural attractions.

The College of Education professional education programs are accredited by the North
Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, the National Council for the
Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), the Colorado Department of Education
(CDE), and the Colorado Commission of Higher Education (CCHE). The College of
Education offers the following programs in professional education: Teacher licensure,
Special Education Teacher licensure, Counseling, Educational Administration, English as a Second Language, and Reading. Education professionals may earn a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction in the following areas of emphasis: General Curriculum and Instruction, English as a Second Language, Leadership, Reading, and Science Education.

Minimum Qualification:
Assistant Professor
• Earned doctorate in education or related field (e.g. economics, political science,
educational psychology) from a regionally accredited institution.
• Ability to establish a strong record of research in the educational leadership field.
• Evidence of ability to secure external funding.
• Ability to teach Ph. D. level research methods courses e.g. advanced quantitative
methods.

Associate Professor
• Earned doctorate in education or related field (e.g. economics, political science,
educational psychology) from a regionally accredited institution.
• Evidence of a strong record of research in the educational leadership field.
• Evidence of an ability and experience to secure external funding.
• Ability to teach Ph. D. level research methods courses, e.g. advanced quantitative
methods
• Demonstrated capacity or experience for departmental leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Evidence of excellence in teaching at the graduate level.
• Successful history of teaching, leadership, and research in P-12 schools.
• Experience chairing and serving on Ph. D. dissertation committees.
• Ability to teach courses related to large-scale assessment.
• Willingness to teach on-line Masters and administrator licensure courses.
• Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative leadership and partnerships with
the College of Education and P-12 constituencies.
• Individuals with strong interests in research methodology, content knowledge in
large-scale assessment or experience using large data sets for research purposes
are especially encouraged to apply.

Major Responsibilities:
• Teach graduate level courses on campus, off campus, and on-line in Leadership,
Research, and Foundations that lead to a graduate degrees and licensure as a K-12
Principal in Colorado
• Advise students in the Leadership, Research, and Foundations Programs.
• Chair and serve on a Ph. D. dissertation Committee.
• Collaboratively work with the faculty in the COE and the department to develop
innovative programs.
• Actively engage in research and seek internal and external funding.

Salary:
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Process:
Submit a letter of application that relates candidate qualifications to position
responsibilities, a curriculum vita, & contact information for five references to Rebecca Godfrey, e-mail address: edsearch@uccs.edu or mail: Faculty Search Committee, College of Education, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80933-7150

The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs fosters equity in employment by
promoting diversity and assuring inclusiveness. UCCS is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for prospective employees.

Quinsigamond Community College Senior Research Analyst

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Senior Research Analyst assists the Director with the collection and management of institutional data. He/she will utilize and document key databases necessary to the IR function as it relates to retention, academic assessment, enrollment management, external relations, and strategic planning. He/She will assist with data collection, analysis and reporting related to institutional effectiveness, respond to ad hoc research requests, and contribute to the further development and maintenance of the QCC Fact Book and web site. Other responsibilities could include: assisting in the preparation of standard federal and state reports (IPEDS, HEIRS, etc.), fulfilling data requirements for grant proposals, developing and analyzing surveys, conducting focus groups, and supporting other projects and studies undertaken by the IR office as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the Director of Institutional Research.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Additional Research Support staff as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

*Requirements:*
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master's Degree in Education, Social Science, Statistics, Mathematics; preferably in a research driven, analytic discipline
2. Demonstrated ability and knowledge of research design, statistical methods, data gathering, analysis, and interpretation related to trends in higher education
3. Experience with database systems, basic SQL programming, and query software systems
4. Interpersonal skills necessary to work with and support administrative areas in data management, reporting, and analysis
5. Genuine interest in institutional research and assessment and using data to improve all facets of institutional performance
6. Experienced user of SPSS, SAS, or similar stats software package

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Doctorate in related discipline
2. Experience with higher education databases, particularly admission and enrollment data
3. High-end user of personal computers, data access tools, and technology applications in an integrated, client/server systems environment
4. Ability to prioritize projects in fast-paced environment
5. Strong time management; project organizational skills
6. Service-oriented philosophy
7. Excellent oral and written communication skills

Additional Information:
SALARY:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Anticipated starting salary of $55,000 to$60,000. Full time position. Full benefit package.

Application Instructions:*
Visit our Web Site at www.qcc.edu for additional information about our college. All applicants MUST APPLY ON- LINE. Resume review will begin on October 18, 2009 and position remains open until filled. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request. Bilingual persons are encouraged to apply. Quinsigamond Community College is an equal opportunity affirmative action college supporting diversity.

All candidates must apply online at www.qcc.edu

Research Specialist - Kingsbury Center

Research and Development Team
Portland, Oregon

The responsibility of this position is to enhance the capabilities of the Kingsbury Center at NWEA to provide research support to the organization and its member agencies. The Kingsbury Center is an independent research group within NWEA whose mission is to advance the knowledge and practice of education through the use of student assessment data. This position will be central in enhancing the ability of the Kingsbury Center to perform needed research, complete internal and external contracts, and work to advance our research capacity.

For more information:
http://www.nwea.org/about-nwea/careers/research-specialist-kingsbury-center

DC Public Schools

Position Announcement: Deputy Chief, Assessment and Accountability
Requesting Office: Office of Data and Accountability
Closing Date: Open until filled
Number of openings: 1
Location: Washington, DC

Our public school students need your expertise, passion and leadership.
We are looking for highly motivated and skilled talent to join our team at
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). We seek individuals who are
passionate about transforming the DC school system and making a significant
difference in the lives of public school students, parents, principals,
teachers, and central office employees.

DCPS serves 45,000 students in the nation’s capital through the efforts of
approximately 4,000 educators in 123 schools. As part of a comprehensive
reform effort to become the preeminent urban school system in America, DCPS
intends to have the highest-performing, best paid, most satisfied, and most
honored educator force in the nation and a distinctive central office staff
whose work supports and drives instructional excellence and significant
achievement gains for DCPS students.

Deputy Chief Assessment and Accountability (Salary Range: 119,635-131,755
preferred 125,695).

Deputy Chief, Assessments and Accountability is responsible for lead a team
focused on providing high quality data, information and analysis to enable
the sweeping reforms currently underway at the District of Columbia Public
Schools. The Deputy, Assessment and Accountability will serve as the
analytic hub for the district by providing data to support policy and
implementation goals. This individual will lead the development and
dissemination of all achievement related data and oversee and direct all
research, evaluation, analytics and testing activities including all
summative and formative assessment. The Deputy will also coordinate and
guide the district’s use of district performance data to enhance student
achievement and inform instructional planning and decision making

Deputy Chief, Assessments and Accountability reports to the Chief of Data
and Accountability

1. Primary Duties
• Serves as a key member of the Office of Data and Accountability’s
management staff and helps drive the formulation and implementation of
policies and strategies to meet the vision and goals of the Office and of
DCPS
• Overall responsibility for access and reporting of state required data
and information, and managing and facilitating all analytic work related to
achievement data for the district.
• Develops clear, specific, and ambitious performance targets and
evaluates progress of Office programs and initiatives; holds parties
accountable and helps adjust strategy and approach accordingly to achieve
success
• Conducts special studies of extremely complex, difficult, controversial
or sensitive issues; recommends and implements changes in program
operations, resourcing, and approach to resolve obstacles to success
• Provide leadership for the development of a district wide school
performance management system including: vision, goals, program
objectives/strategies/activities, infrastructure, staffing, training,
evaluating, and budgeting. This work includes a school level scorecard and
other school level accountability and performance management activities to
be developed.
• Reviews and analyzes key implications on strategy and operations from
major legislative policy proposals and internal/external reports and data;
develops position papers and briefing documents for the Chief
• Prepares and presents key data analysis Chief of Data and
Accountability for senior management team, summarizing progress and key
points of projects and initiatives and distilling key lessons that will
accelerate the learning curve of DCPS senior leadership
• Drives innovation and best-practice sharing both within the Office of
Data and Accountability, between Offices of DCPS and other key stakeholders
through continuous flow of information and creating opportunities for
collaboration and idea exchange in the form of data/information
• Collaborates and builds strong working relationships with other DCPS
senior managers to develop and implement cross-Office strategies supporting
the Chancellor’s long-term vision of reform
• Attends relevant external meetings and conferences to stay informed
about latest research and trends; represents the perspective and vision of
DCPS and presents specific findings and project results
• Supports and carries out the Chancellor’s mission to transform DC
Public Schools and close the achievement gap
• Direct and oversee all state and district testing operations
• Lead the development of a proposal for additional assessment coverage
across additional grades and subjects
• Direct and oversee all formative testing operations
• Insure security of all state and district testing programs
• Prepare district and school level report analyses for all state and
district tests
• Serve as key liaison to other agencies, including the Office of the
State Superintendent for Education, for all achievement data
• Direct and oversee all state and district testing operations
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chief of Data and
Accountability

2. Major Accountabilities for the Deputy, Assessment and Accountability
Lead and provide strategic direction on the following key activities:

A. Performance Reporting and Analysis
• District level achievement scorecard for all schools
• Access to formative assessment data including item-analysis or other
instructional tools
• Support for data driven activities proceeding at the school level
• Serve as an analytic hub for DCPS by providing high quality achievement
data and analysis to a variety of stakeholders

B. Assessment
• Data analysis
• Test administration – state and district
• State reporting of achievement data

C. Research and Evaluation
• Complete internal and support external research requests for data
• Complete program evaluation for key instructional district initiatives
• Provide support for all external research requests (IRB etc.)
• Facilitate relationships and support work with external researchers
aligned to DCPS priorities target researchers who are interested in our work

D. Professional Development
• Provide analytic support to schools to ensure data is informing
instruction
Key responsibilities for these activities include:
• Drive strategic priorities within each of the core areas outlined above
• Organize staff and resources to support critical activities
• Manage and support all day to day activities across all domains listed
above
• Provide strong process leadership to ensure workflow of core operations

• Provide ongoing strategic guidance to the Chief of Data and
Accountability including possible opportunities for city/district-wide
performance reporting
• Continuous adherence to legal / procurement requirements
• Effective flow of information through well-defined communication plan
and processes
• Conduct status meetings within team
• Provide regular status updates to senior leadership
Key performance indicators
Hard:
• Implementation of initiatives against district goals
• Meeting stated timelines on all initiatives
• Quality of service measurement to district and school stakeholders
Soft:
• Quality of communication with field, team, district leadership
• Quality of team leadership
• Quality of vendor relationships

4. Key Capabilities, Competencies and Qualifications
Overall:
• Knowledge of statistical methods and related understanding testing
criteria
• Ability to develop strategic and operational components of a
performance management system
• Ability to lead organizational change efforts
• Ability to communicate effectively with the educational community
• Ability to manage financial resources
• Bachelor’s Degree; Graduate Degree
Strategic leadership and project management:
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals
• Knowledge of project management principles, best practices, techniques,
and tools
• Analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop
integrated, creative solutions
• Establish priorities
• Organize resources
• Ability to develop overall departmental as well as project budgets and
projections throughout an implementation process/cycle.
• Ability to communicate effectively:
o In English, both written and orally
o In a credible and confident manner at all levels in the organization
o Especially on technical issues to an education audience
• Ability to provide inspirational leadership, and effectively resolve
process blocks & conflicts

5. Personal Qualities of Top Candidates
• Commitment to Equity: Passionate about closing the achievement gap and
ensuring that every child, regardless of background or circumstance,
receives an excellent education.
• Leadership: Coaches, mentors, and challenges others to excel despite
obstacles and challenging situations.
• Focus on Data-Driven Results: Relentlessly pursues the improvement of
central office performance and school leadership, instruction, and
operations, and is driven by a desire to produce quantifiable student
achievement gains.
• Innovative Problem-Solving: Approaches work with a sense of possibility
and sees challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving; takes
initiative to explore issues and find potential innovative solutions.
• Adaptability: Excels in constantly changing environments and adapts
flexibly in shifting projects or priorities to meet the needs of a dynamic
transformation effort; comfortable with ambiguity and non-routine
situations.
• Teamwork: Increases the effectiveness of surrounding teams through
collaboration, constant learning and supporting others; sensitive to
diversity in all its forms; respects and is committed to learning from
others
• Dependability: Does whatever it takes to consistently deliver with high
quality under tight deadlines; successfully manages own projects through
strong organization, detailed workplans, and balancing of multiple
priorities.
• Communication and Customer Service Skills: Communicates clearly and
compellingly with diverse stakeholders in both oral and written forms;
anticipates and responds to customer needs in a high-quality and courteous
manner.

To Apply
Please email a current resume and cover letter citing vacancy announcement
to DCPSEmployment@dc.gov. For additional vacancies, visit the DCPS homepage
at www.dcps.dc.gov

Questions
If you have any questions, please email DCPSEmployment@dc.gov.

Start-up Policy Center, University of Colorado at Boulder

Position Type: Professional Research Assistant
Working Title: Associate Director, Project Management and Communications
Start Date: October 1, 2009
Salary Range: $66,000 - 76,000, commensurate with experience
Full/Part Time: Full time

Overview:
A new policy center focused on racial diversity and school success is searching for an expert in communications, strategic planning and administration to serve as the Associate Director for Project Management and Communications of a start-up policy center. The new center will focus on innovative and compelling ways of presenting research to powerfully shape public discourse and imagination about the dual pursuit of educational quality and diversity. The center will be part of the existing Education and the Public Interest Center (EPIC) in the School of Education at the University of Colorado at Boulder.

The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. Members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage strategic planning, media relations and strategic communications
efforts.
- Serve as a center representative, and cultivate strategic relationships, with educational
organizations in Colorado and nationwide.
- Initiate and maintain relationships with key media outlets, and serve as media liaison and
point-of-contact for the center.
- Develop press releases and news articles about center activities and goals.
- Arrange interviews and news conferences.
- Develop or improve electronic, print, and multi-media communications.
- Head up internet media outreach efforts.
- Work with outside experts to manage and provide oversight for all website communications.
- Assist in translating policy work for practitioner audiences.
- Develop partnerships with individuals and organizations toward common goals.
- Manage the daily internal operations and assist in managing finances.
- Assist with conference and event planning.
- Assist with grant applications and fundraising (current funding is for 3 years).
- Work collaboratively with doctoral students and center director.

Application Materials: To apply, please submit the following application materials electronically at http://www.jobsatcu.com/ (reference job posting number 808025).
1) A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2) A current resume
3) The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three
professional references (letters not necessary for initial applications).

The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations for this position include a criminal history record check.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
The University of Colorado strongly supports the principle of diversity. We encourage
applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Required Education/Experience/Skills (Minimum
Qualifications)
Minimum Qualifications
- Communications and media skills, including experience working with both traditional and new media
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- MA, PhD, or JD terminal degree
- Strategic planning skills, including experience promoting ideas or products

Desired qualifications Desired Qualifications
- Administrative and strategic planning experience
- Grant application experience
- Organizer experience, preferably community organizing or labor organizing
- Availability to work on site (at CU-Boulder)
- Demonstrated knowledge of new media and education-specific media
- Spanish Fluency
- Experience working with communities of color

Special Instructions to Applicants

These documents are required to be uploaded Resume/Vitae
Cover Letter
List of References

Job Posting Contact Patty McDonald
Job Posting Contact Telephone 303.492.6939
Job Posting Contact Email Pat.Mcdonald@colorado.edu
Job Posting Number 808025

SUNY Empire State College

Vacancy Announcement:

Description:
SUNY Empire State College, a recognized leader in innovative higher education for adults, seeks an Accreditation Research Associate. At Empire State College, students design their degree programs individually, and may request credit for college level learning from prior experience. Faculty serve as mentors to students and work with them in one-on-one, small group and residency studies, and online. Empire State College serves a student body of over 18,000 students, enrolled in associate, bachelor’s, and master’s programs at more than 40 instructional locations across New York State and through the college’s Center for Distance Learning.

The Accreditation Research Associate serves to enhance the college’s capabilities in institutional research, outcomes assessment and quality review by assisting faculty and administrators with program review and with specialized national accreditation with an initial focus on three programs: Nursing, Teacher Education, and Business. The Accreditation Research Associate is responsible for conducting and supporting analysis and research in collaboration with faculty, administrators, and professional staff to support the accreditation process. Responsibilities include preparing internal and external information requests; communication with staff from accrediting agencies; reading, interpreting, and developing programmatic responses to accreditation standards; and serving as liaison to external constituencies. The Accreditation Research Associate reports to the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs for Outcomes Assessment and Institutional Research and works collaboratively with a range of academic and administrative staff.

Required:
A Ph.D. in psychology, education or an appropriate social science discipline with substantial experience in data analysis, strong computer skills, and an advanced background in research methods and statistics; higher education experience in institutional research, outcomes assessment, or evaluation research; and strong written and oral communication skills.

Preferred:
Experience with the accreditation process by having served on an institutional accreditation committee or as a site visitor, experience with non-traditional institutions serving adults, and experience with Datatel, MS Access, and Lotus Notes; evidence of scholarly productivity through a publications or conference presentation record; experience in the design and analysis of surveys and experience with grant reporting.

Other Info:
SEARCH EXTENDED -

applications accepted until: 09/21/2009

Rank/Salary:
Low $60,000's

Citizen Schools

DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH & EVALUATION

About Citizen Schools
Citizen Schools partners with middle schools to expand the learning day for low-income children across the country. We mobilize a second shift of afternoon educators, who provide academic support, leadership development, and "apprenticeships"—hands-on projects taught by volunteers from business and civic organizations. At Citizen Schools, students develop the skills, knowledge and beliefs they need to succeed in middle school, advance towards college, and become leaders in their careers and communities.

Citizen Schools’ approach is innovative, rigorous, and evidence-based. Recent research has reported that high attendance and academic success in middle school are critical indicators of high-school graduation and college completion. We work intensively with students to develop their academic and leadership skills, and forge strong partnerships with students’ families, classroom teachers, corporations, and community organizations to create a network of supportive adults in each student’s life. Citizen Schools offers an array of hands-on learning opportunities that make learning relevant, and introduces students to diverse colleges and careers through trips and projects that connect current learning with future opportunities.

Building on thirteen years of programming innovation and results, Citizen Schools is in the midst of a strategic growth plan to scale up its programs to serve almost 7,000 students. We currently operate 44 campuses in seven states (California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina and Texas), serving approximately 4,400 students and engaging 3,400 Citizen Teachers.

Citizen Schools has been recognized as a national model program by the U.S. Department of Education, has been named a national winner of Fast CompanyMagazine’s Social Capitalist Award in 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2008, and has been chosen by the Skoll Foundation as a winner of the Skoll Social Entrepreneurship Award.

About the Role
Citizen Schools has developed a nationally respected approach to evaluation and the use of data to drive its program design and practice. We are seeking an experienced evaluator to lead our Resaearch & Evaluation function, with a focus on research design, data analysis , and systems development to support our expanding networks of sites. Successful candidates will possess a command of researcha dn evaluation principles, excellent managerial and communication skills and the capacity to coach and train staff in the use of data for continuous improvement. This role will be based at the Citizen Schools headquarters in Boston, and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

Responsibilities Include:

External Evaluation
• Manage ongoing longitudinal external evaluation of Citizen Schools program and steward relationship with external evaluation firms
• Partner with external evaluation firm(s) to design new research study; manage data collection, collaboration with school districts, and support for annual report production
• Manage new initiative to collect, analyze and report on school- and district-level performance data
• Present data, analysis, conclusions, and represent the perspective of Citizen Schools leadership at meetings and events including external evaluators, current and prospective donors, Board members, and other key external constituents.

Internal Evaluation
• Manage the semi-annual process of data collection and analysis from several key sources (program data, student achievement data, staff surveys, other) to determine key metrics of program success (e.g. attendance, retention, school performance) and organizational success (e.g. staff satisfaction)
• Steward the organizational performance management system, including the Balanced Scorecard, Program Scorecard and monthly Dashboard reporting; manage data collection and reporting
• Execute high-level analytical syntheses of the findings (using MS Excel and SPSS); synthesize, interpret and share findings
• Generate special reports by request from other departments and organizational leaders
• Identify and organize analysis of deeper research questions for Citizen Schools regarding the achievement of our students and the efficacy of the program model and program innovations
• Lead the evolution of systems and procedures for data collection and analysis, including a streamlined approach to semi-annual data collection; manage program database
• Provide Citizen Schools program sites (campuses) with timely, actionable reports that drive program improvement

Organizational Leadership
• Manage National Evaluation Manager and Research Analyst/Data Manager in collecting timely and relevant data from partner sites
• Interpret and present findings compellingly for key Citizen Schools leadership and external constituents including, executive team, board and funders
• Design and lead trainings for staff on implementing evaluation programs and using data to improve outcomes

Qualifications:
All candidates should have demonstrated leadership skills and a passion for education and community – and have the capacity to work collaboratively in a fast moving, highly entrepreneurial organization. Other qualifications include:
 Strong relationship management skills and ability to work effectively with multiple constituencies, externally and internally
 Experience guiding staff and management in interpretation of results
 Experience managing projects, systems and staff
 Facility with SPSS (label variables appropriately, understand differences between variables (nominal, interval, ordinal, ratio/scale), code variables, and write syntax in SPSS that runs aggregate data analysis)
 Resourcefulness, including the capacity to independently access external resources and training materials
 Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills
 Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation
 Ability to model Citizen Schools’ core values: Pride, Joy, Respect, Courage, Teamwork, Perseverance, and Vision
 Bachelor’s degree and relevant master’s degree from an accredited college or university required; doctoral degree preferred

Compensation and Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Full benefits include health care, 403B, three weeks vacation, and professional development opportunities.

Next Steps:
Please complete an online application (including cover letter and resume) at www.citizenschools.org/careers. Candidates will be reviewed on an on-going basis.

Citizen Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Learn more about our programs, our results, our plans to advance the after-school field, and how to get involved at www.citizenschools.org.

James Madison University

Program Director Assessment & Measurement PhD Program - 0403096

Department of Graduate Psychology and the Center for Assessment and Research Studies James Madison University

The Department of Graduate Psychology and the Center for Assessment and Research Studies (CARS) at James Madison University are seeking an Associate/Full Professor to direct our PhD program in Assessment and Measurement. This innovative program is dedicated to preparing assessment professionals who combine strong training in measurement, extensive applied assessment and measurement skills and experiences, and the knowledge and skills necessary to impact assessment practice and policies.

We are seeking a leader who will oversee the academic and administrative management of the program, mentor faculty and students, advocate for program needs and resources, collaborate and maintain strong relations with other academic programs and units, and continue to increase the visibility of the program. In addition, this individual would teach one course per semester, advise graduate students, contribute to assessment service, and maintain an active program of scholarship. The doctoral program is housed with other programs of distinction in the Department of Graduate Psychology.

CARS is a nationally recognized student outcomes assessment center that provides an excellent environment for training students and conducting research. All program faculty teach and mentor graduate students, and work with interdisciplinary teams on a variety of projects related to the assessment of learning and developmental outcomes of university students. Responsibilities include working with academic programs to develop assessment plans, design tests and rating scales, and process, analyze and report student assessment data. JMU is strongly committed to student outcomes assessment and provides a unique, supportive setting for the development of innovative assessment methods and practices.

This position is a year-round (12-month) tenure-track appointment. Requirements for the position include a doctorate in a relevant field, credentials commensurate with rank, effective organizational and communication skills, and a strong record of scholarship. Experience with assessment and applied educational and/or psychological research is highly desirable.

To apply for this position go to https://JobLink.jmu.edu and reference posting number 0403096. In addition to completing the faculty profile candidates will need to submit (a) a letter of interest stating qualifications for the position, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) copies of selected research publications, and (d) the names and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin September 14, 2009,and will continue until the position is filled. Salary shall be commensurate with experience.

James Madison University is a state-supported co-educational university located in the historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia with a student body of17,000. Additional information may be obtained about the Center for Assessment and Research Studies at http://www.jmu.edu/assessment/, and about the Department of Graduate Psychology and its programs athttp://www.psyc.jmu.edu/gradpsyc/. Queries may be addressed to Lennis Echterling, Search Committee Chair (echterlg@jmu.edu). James Madison University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and especially encourages application from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.

Christine DeMars, PhD
Center for Assessment & Research Studies
MSC 6806
James Madison University
Harrisonburg VA 22801

demarsce@jmu.edu
540-568-8047

Sylvan Learning

COMPANY Sylvan Learning
POSITION Director, Research and Evaluation
LOCATION Baltimore, MD
REPORTING Reports to the Chief Academic Officer

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Established in 1979, Sylvan Learning, Inc. is a franchise system that has
served more than two million students, offering supplemental educational
services to students at all skill levels and ages. Sylvan instruction is
based on a proprietary method that uses assessments to pinpoint a student’s
academic strengths and weaknesses, and creates a personalized learning plan
that addresses each student’s individual needs and meets parents’
objectives. For additional information regarding Sylvan’s educational
services, please refer to www.sylvanlearning.com.

The Company employs 175 full-time employees. There are 1,071 learning
centers (located primarily in the United States and Canada). The Sylvan
brand enjoys greater than 90% awareness among its target audience. The
Company provides comprehensive support to franchisees, offering training in
marketing, operations, human resources and education program delivery
through Sylvan University to help them realize their financial goals. For
additional information regarding franchise sales and operations, please
refer to www.sylvanfranchise.com.

With its headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland, Sylvan is an entrepreneurial
and fast-moving company with a collegial, yet focused operating style. The
corporate culture focuses on strong teamwork and individual accountability,
and it also emphasizes excellence in customer service. Above all else, the
culture reflects a deep commitment to education, as well as a dedication to
helping children grow. As a private equity backed company, the focus is on
increasing the long-term value of the company and demonstrating strong
growth in net operating profits. To that end, the Company recently
developed a new strategic plan and is poised for growth. The Company is
looking for someone who will help implement this plan.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Director, Research and Evaluation is responsible for designing and
implementing a systemic and ongoing research and evaluation program that
supports the revenue generating goals of the Sylvan franchise community.
He/She will oversee the development of the assessment strategy for Sylvan’s
new educational delivery platform that will build upon passed experiences
and help position Sylvan for the future through systematic research and
evaluation activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the development of Sylvan’s new assessment
o Work collaboratively with stakeholders to refine the assessment
requirements for Sylvan
o With a cross-departmental team develop, implement and continually
refine Sylvan’s assessment process.
o Collaborate with assessment experts and internal teams to produce the
most useful, cost-effective and efficient assessment process for Sylvan.
o With a cross-departmental team determine the academic reporting needs
for Sylvan.
o Working cross-departmentally to implement new academic reporting
processes that promote effective communication with a wide range of Sylvan
customers (from school districts to parents) and promote center
profitability.

Institute an ongoing research and program evaluation process
o Document research and evaluation requirements in association with
stakeholders.
o Develop and implement a cross-department research and evaluation plan.
o Interview, hire and manage research and evaluation consultants to
complete research and evaluation activities.
o Oversee the creation of research and evaluation reports and
publications related to Sylvan programs.
Represent the assessment, research and evaluation activities of Sylvan
o Serve as an assessment, research and evaluation resource for all of
Sylvan’s product managers.
o Create documents that articulate Sylvan research base.
o Make presentations to Sylvan management and franchisees on Sylvan’s
assessment, evaluation and research.
o Provide subject matter expertise for training on Sylvan’s assessment,
research and evaluation strategies and activities.
o Write and publish articles on Sylvan’s assessment and evaluation
activities.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications for Prospective candidates for the Director, Research and
Evaluation include, but are not limited to, the following:
• 5-10 years experience in research and evaluation
• 3+ years experience as a successful manager
• Understanding of the role that assessment, research and evaluation play
in the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of K-12
educational programs
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate research, assessment
and evaluation results to a broad range of audiences
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Experience with and understanding of how technology can be used to
effectively facilitate assessment, research, evaluation and reporting
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Confident presentation ability

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
The successful candidate must possess an exceptional level of
intellectual, professional, and interpersonal agility and flexibility,
combined with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. He/She will be
a confident self-starter, comfortable in a start-up environment where there
are big expectations to be delivered by small teams. Prospective candidates
must possess strong influencing skills and exceptional integrity and
ethics. He/She will share a passion for Sylvan’s business strategies and
corporate philosophies, and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to creating
exceptional customer service, both internal and external

EDUCATION
Masters degree required in research, evaluation or related area with strong
knowledge of assessment, Ph.D/ED.D preferred.

COMPENSATION
Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should go to
http://educate.hodesiq.com/apply_online_1.asp?jobid=1556656 to submit their
resume.

Education Resource Strategies, Research Assistant

Job Title: Research Assistant (Human Capital Practice Area)

Organization: Education Resource Strategies

Education Resource Strategies is a fast-growing, nationally recognized non-profit firm, doing leading edge work in education. ERS applies strategic consulting skills and concepts to the challenge of fixing urban education. We are a small group of high energy, committed professionals dedicated to helping public schools manage their resources more effectively. We do this by conducting and disseminating research on urban districts in cities such as New York, Chicago, Baltimore, Washington, DC, Rochester, NY and Los Angeles to analyze and understand their current use of resources and to compare the current use of resources to more strategic, research based practice.

Our work is customized to meet the specific needs of partnering school districts, in five primary practice areas : School Funding and Staffing Systems, Strategic School Design, Human Capital, School Planning, Support and Supervision and Strategic School System Design. More information about ERS is available at our website: www.educationresourcestrategies.org.

Job Description: Research Assistant (Human Capital Practice Area)

We are looking for a Research Assistant to join the ERS team. The ideal Research Assistant has knowledge and experience in the education sector and is interested in the area of hiring, developing and retaining excellent teachers and school leaders in urban public school systems.. Ideally we’d like to have a Research Assistant that can commit to working about 20 hours a month and stay with ERS for at least 1 year.

Responsibilities include:
• Conduct monthly research summaries that highlight findings from all recent articles & reports in the field of education, relevant to the ERS Human Capital practice area.
• Conduct other research and literature reviews, which will support the development of the practice area as well as presentations, articles & briefs.
• Support the development of best practice artifact database.
• Support client engagements through research and review of background documents.
• Assist in writing of articles, management briefs and other documents as appropriate. .

Much of the required work can be done from home or a remote location. Arrangements can be made to work at the ERS office and some in person meetings may be required. ERS is located in Watertown Square, easily accessible by bus from Harvard Square. Hours are flexible, however, client or written deadlines may require some more concentrated work periods.

Requirements:
• Minimum of master degree or in the process of earning a master’s degree in education policy, management or teaching or in public policy
• Knowledge of and interest in the area of teaching quality in urban school systems
• Knowledge of excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

ERS is a small but growing firm, doing leading edge work in education. We are looking for someone to join our team who is creative, passionate about education, able to work independently and committed to making our work and our organization the best that they can be.

Hourly Rate: To be determined

Contact: Julie Derderian