KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of EHPS programs, strategic initiatives, procedures and practices, policies and regulations, and budget processes; ability to manage and deliver large-scale projects, respond to the diverse needs of stakeholders, and collect, analyze, and prepare data, reports, and other materials to support the Superintendent's Office; demonstrated expertise in educational assessment and accountability, school improvement planning, program evaluation, data analysis and reporting, large-scale educational data systems, educator evaluation systems, strategic planning, organizational leadership, curriculum, instruction, and effective teaching practices; strong analytical, organizational, conceptual, communication, interpersonal, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives, meet deadlines, maintain attention to detail, and work effectively with all levels of the organization; demonstrated ability to provide a high level of service and responsiveness to internal stakeholders and contribute to districtwide planning and continuous improvement efforts; success in coalition and relationship building across diverse stakeholder groups; ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment when handling sensitive data, plans, analyses, and personnel matters; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft SharePoint, Google applications, instructional technology tools, reporting platforms, content management systems, and social media platforms; commitment to collaboration, innovation, equity, accountability, professional growth, and continuous organizational improvement. The position provides districtwide leadership for academic strategy, research, data-informed systems, professional learning, educator evaluation, leadership development, school improvement, and strategic initiatives aligned to the EHPS vision, goals, and instructional priorities; works closely with the Superintendent and Executive Leadership Team; helps align district systems, identify operational efficiencies, support instructional improvement, strengthen organizational coherence, and advance data-informed decision-making in support of student achievement and organizational excellence; provides leadership, supervision, and evaluation of assigned staff; coordinates professional development systems; supports educator evaluation processes; manages assigned projects, reporting systems, instructional research, and assessment coordination; and collaborates across departments, schools, government, community, business, and higher education partners; under the direction of the Superintendent or designee leads the strategic monitoring, analysis, and reporting of systemwide data and ensures effective, timely communication through innovative and varied approaches that advance the East Hartford Public Schools strategic planning framework.