Lead Testing Teacher (available 3/1/25)

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Lead Testing Teacher performs a variety of professional, technical, and administrative tasks in order to direct the administration of local, state, and national standardized testing of students in the school system. The Lead Testing Teacher also assists school staff with preparation for test administrations and is responsible for scanning and scoring local, state and national standardized tests, as applicable.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in an applicable field for applicable level(s)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of rules and regulations regarding the administration of standardized tests in the NC public schools
• Knowledge of the various tests required of public-school students by the NCDPI
• Knowledge of the technical variables associated with testing
• Knowledge of the operation of computer and scanning equipment
• Considerable knowledge of state and local testing requirements
• Considerable knowledge of the proper conditions, practices and procedures for testing
• Considerable knowledge of the current literature, trends, methods, and developments in the area of standardized testing
• Considerable knowledge of the ethical guidelines applicable to the positions as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations
• Demonstrated skill with interpreting testing results
• Demonstrated skill in training and supporting administrative staff and school test coordinators
• Ability to utilize basic statistical procedures
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records
• Ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of utilizing data to drive instructional decisions

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Education, Educational Research, Educational Leadership or other related field
• Three (3) to five (5) years of classroom experience
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold a valid Teacher’s License issued by the state of NC in applicable field and for level assigned
• Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all facets of achievement testing to include: storage, security, inventory, ordering, scheduling, delivery and pickup, scanning, scoring, pre-coding, test disposal, testing modifications, printing of scoring reports, and distribution of scoring reports to schools.
• Conduct special evaluations on issues identified for research.
• Provide appropriate training regarding test administration requirements for school audiences and curriculum and instruction staff.
• Coordinate all testing and test-related activities that are a part of countywide testing program.
• Participate in the establishment of guidelines in the utilization of appropriate data for screening and placement of pupils in special programs; i.e. Title I, Academically Gifted and programs for students with exceptional needs.
• Assist with reporting of each school’s status/compliance with ABCs of Public Education and AYP for NCLB.
• Facilitate data exchange and communication with DPI Department of Accountability Services.
• Provide coordination for district testing and accountability program.
• Work with Director of Testing and Accountability to ensure program compliance with all state Accountability Policies.
• Coordinate in developing short- and long-term planning for testing administration.
• Operate state developed software to support the testing program.
• Attend all state and regional meetings
• Monitor performance of school-based test coordinators
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director for School Improvement and Accountability