Newsela is a leading education technology organization committed to transforming classroom learning experiences for students across K-12 education. By leveraging innovative, AI-powered solutions, Newsela aims to increase student engagement, empower educators, and facilitate data-driven instructional decisions. Our comprehensive suite of products encompasses content delivery, assessment tools, writing practice, and analytics platforms that support knowledge acquisition, skill development, and personalized learning. Grounded in robust learning science research, our solutions seamlessly integrate content, assessment, and data analytics to help educators monitor student progress, tailor instruction, and achieve meaningful educational outcomes. As a remote-first company, Newsela fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment dedicated to making a positive impact on education worldwide.
About The Role
We are seeking a skilled Educational Data Analyst to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role involves engaging directly with school district administrators to understand their data analysis needs and challenges. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining customized data dashboards that facilitate actionable insights. Additionally, they will manage and update data integrations, troubleshoot platform issues, and ensure data quality and accuracy. The Educational Data Analyst will work closely with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to enhance our data platform and ensure the delivery of reliable, user-friendly reporting tools. This role reports to the Head of Data Science and plays a crucial part in supporting educational stakeholders in making data-informed decisions that improve student outcomes.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of experience as a data analyst, data engineer, or similar role in an educational or data-driven environment
- Proficiency in SQL for database management and querying
- Experience with data visualization tools and dashboard design
- Strong understanding of educational data, particularly in K-12 settings
- Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
- Experience working independently on projects with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for education and improving educational outcomes
- Nice to Have: Experience with Python for data cleaning, analysis, and automation
- Nice to Have: Familiarity with K-12 Student Information Systems such as Infinite Campus, PowerSchool, Skyward, or Aeries
- Engage with school district administrators and educators to understand their data analysis needs and challenges
- Design, develop, and maintain customized data dashboards tailored to stakeholder requirements
- Manage and update data integrations, ensuring seamless data flow and accuracy
- Provide ongoing support for dashboards by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving platform and data quality issues
- Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to enhance data platform capabilities
- Translate complex datasets into user-friendly visualizations and reports for diverse stakeholders
- Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance standards are maintained across all projects
- Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging trends in data analytics and visualization
- Comprehensive medical benefits with employer contributions to premiums and HSA accounts
- Monthly tech stipend to support remote work setup
- Inclusive benefits supporting families, including parental leave, fertility support, and adoption assistance
- Financial wellbeing options including a 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Flexible paid time off, sick leave, company holidays, and winter break (Dec 24th - Jan 1st)
- Annual learning and development allowance for external training, conferences, and educational resources
- Wellness programs such as gym reimbursement, pet insurance, and free access to wellness apps like Calm
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on education and student success
Newsela is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. We believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our mission of transforming education for every student.
