Data Analyst

• Responsible for analysing and interpreting assessment data as it relates to individual student achievement and to the performance of CIA.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and confidential data files of student achievement and will work to support data literacy training for teachers and administrators in the use of data to improve instruction.
• Apply appropriate statistical measurements to data; review school and external data to develop comparison trends; and design and develop reports as requested.
• Analyze and prepare reports from National and International Assessment data as it relates to individual student performance and school improvement.

• Compile data from multiple assessments to develop student, subject, year group, or school achievement profiles. Ensure the validity of all data presented to staff.
• Co-ordinate with the Data Executive to ensure the correct data collection procedures and reporting processes are in place on SIMS/ Phoenix.
• Develop and maintain historical student and school data files to monitor and track performance.
• Interpret and review assessment data with administrators and teachers; support planning of action steps.
• Data input and management.
• Input data accurately and efficiently into Assessment Management systems, and transferring all school data from SIMS into Phoenix.
• Write, design and produce simple snapshot reports illustrating general trends in school data. Impart Staff Training.
• Attend, and lead as appropriate, training sessions and site meetings related to assigned responsibilities.
• Work with staff in school in one-on-one and group settings to conduct training in the use of data to improve student results.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal. Co-ordination within various departments.

Benefits:

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including Competitive tax-free salary and added benefits related to family welfare. GEMS employees also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards www.gemsrewards.com which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save.

• The Data and Assessment Coordinator needs to be a team player, service-oriented and eager to learn.
• Logical and analytical thinking skills and possess excellent ICT skills, including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience in SIMS/Phoenix.
• Experience of using PowerBI is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written; should be able to prioritize, effectively plan and have good organizational skills.
• External: Skill in explaining testing and statistics to parents.