Newsela
Education Technology
EducationalDataAnalytst
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“Educational Data Analytst at Newsela. Skills: SQL, data visualization, dashboard design, data analysis. designing, implementing, and maintaining custom data dashboards. managing and updating data integrations”
What You'll Achieve.
improving educational outcomes; unlock student engagement; empower teachers; drive meaningful learning outcomes; track progress; understand student outcomes; deliver high-impact instruction that supports every learner
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving platform and data quality issues
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
4+ years of experience as a data analyst, data engineer, or similar role, Advanced SQL skills, Experience working independently on projects
Nice to Have
Experience with Python for data cleaning, analysis, and automation, Experience working with a K12 Student Information System such as Infinite Campus, PowerSchool, Skyward, or Aeries
What You'll Do.
and maintaining custom data dashboards
managing and updating data integrations
design and develop customized metrics and dashboards
Utilize SQL for database management and queries
Provide ongoing support and maintenance for the data dashboards
and resolving platform and data quality issues
effective data modeling
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
direct interaction with school district administrators; educate diverse stakeholders; Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and Product
Communication Scope
direct interaction with school district administrators to understand their data analysis needs and challenges; educate diverse stakeholders on how to effectively use the dashboards to interpret data; Ability to translate complex data into digestible and actionable information; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
Experience working independently on projects
Full Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Educational Data Analyst to join our dynamic team. This role involves direct interaction with school district administrators to understand their data analysis needs and challenges. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining custom data dashboards while managing and updating data integrations. This role will report to the Head of Data Science. Why you’ll love this role: Engage with school district leaders and educators to understand their data analytics needs and to educate diverse stakeholders on how to effectively use the dashboards to interpret data. Design and develop customized metrics and dashboards. Utilize SQL for database management and queries, ensuring accurate and accessible data solutions. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for the data dashboards by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving platform and data quality issues to ensure reliable reporting and effective data modeling. Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and Product to enhance the data platform. Why you’re a great fit: Experience in working with educational data and familiarity with K-12 schools. Experience working with data visualization tools and dashboard design. Ability to translate complex data into digestible and actionable information. Advanced SQL skills. Experience working independently on projects. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Passion for education and improving educational outcomes. +4 years of experience as a data analyst, data engineer, or similar role. Nice to Have: Experience with Python for data cleaning, analysis, and automation. Nice to Have: Experience working with a K12 Student Information System such as Infinite Campus, PowerSchool, Skyward, or Aeries. Why you’ll love working at Newsela: Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical benefits with employer contribution to premiums and to HSA accounts. Additional benefits such as gym reimbursement, pet insurance, free access to
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