School Testing Coordinator

Benjamin Franklin High School is seeking a dynamic and collaborative individual with excellent communication and analytical skills to serve as the Testing Coordinator.

This is a full-tim, 12-month position with a competitive salary commensurate with experience and scope of responsibilities.

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled with priority given to those who apply by March 10, 2025

To apply, submit via email a résumé, copies of relevant certifications, and contact information for three relevant references to resumes@bfhsla.org. In addition, please submit a cover letter that includes the following topics:

• Describe what attributes you possess that are beneficial to Benjamin Franklin High School.
• Describe the most significant change you have implemented in your current role in the last 1-3 years that has streamlined workflow and increased productivity within the organization.
• Describe how you have worked to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Applications accepted until positions are filled.

Professional Expectations:

• Professional development - show initiative in increasing present skills and learning new ones.
• Dependability - on time and on task throughout the day, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Cooperativeness - positive attitude with others; cooperative and helpful with co-workers; foster an open and trusting work environment.
• Professionalism - maintain appropriate boundaries with students; dress appropriately; maintain confidentiality; use appropriate channels of communication to express concerns; accept responsibility.
• Adaptability - accept and apply constructive feedback; demonstrate flexibility to meet new needs or challenges, and to incorporate new ideas; suggest better ways to do things.
• Communication - respond in a timely manner to phone and email messages; communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents; listen carefully and ask questions when needed; clear and accurate verbal and written communication.
• Decision making/problem solving - make sound and timely decisions by analyzing facts; reach logical conclusions by use of foresight and planning; independent, but seek help from the right source when appropriate; prompt response to safety and security concerns.
• Service to Franklin - act as an ambassador in any setting, supporting both the school’s mission and handbook; support students in both the context of the job and involvement in their extra-curricular and co-curricular activities.

Job Specific Expectations:

The Full-Time Testing Coordinator oversees all aspects of testing services, including accommodations, logistics, and data reporting, to support student success and compliance. This role will manage school-wide testing processes, provide staff training, and develop procedures to provide accommodations for students with documented eligibility for testing accommodations. The position includes responsibility for coordinating admissions testing for consistent school-wide testing processes.

Test Content and Data Analysis:

• Analyze testing data from standardized assessments to identify trends and communicate regarding instructional decisions.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop test preparation resources and intervention strategies based on data insights.
• Monitor and refine test administration processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide professional development opportunities for teachers to use test data to enhance student performance.

Standardized Testing Coordination (PSAT, ACT, LEAP, AP, Admissions Testing):

• Organize logistics, including scheduling, staffing, room assignments, digital imports, and materials, for standardized tests.
• Administer required training sessions for proctors before testing dates.
• Disseminate testing data and results as needed.
• Develop and oversee instructional support programs for test readiness.
• Ensure seamless integration of admissions testing within broader testing responsibilities.
• Analyze standardized test content and results to improve instructional strategies.

Testing Center Coordination:

• Manage a centralized testing location for students eligible for small-group testing accommodations.
• Oversee the documentation process for small group and extended-time testing.
• Coordinate the test deferment process as needed.

Testing Accommodations:

• Proctor small group testing for classroom assessments throughout the school year.
• Develop and implement a process for providing extended-time accommodations for classroom assessments.
• Handle logistics for small group and extended-time testing during final exams and standardized tests.

Final Exams Coordination:

• Manage logistics for proctoring final exams, ensuring that all eligible students receive necessary accommodations.
• Schedule and oversee makeup testing dates and locations after the standard testing window.

Collaboration & Additional Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Academics, Accountability, Admissions, Data, IT, and Student Support departments to facilitate meaningful test programming
• Maintain compliance with state, national, and College Board testing policies and accommodations requirements.
• Support the development of instructional resources.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for testing events

Other Duties

• Maintain confidentiality regarding information and education records
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor
• Maintain compliance with all school policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (required); advanced degree in education or related field (preferred).
• Experience coordinating testing processes and accommodations.
• Familiarity with standardized testing (LEAP, ACT, PSAT, AP).
• Strong proficiency within the Google Suite.
• Capacity to navigate data uploads to standardized testing sites (LEAP, ACT, PSAT, AP)
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to problem solve within the description of the role.

Benjamin Franklin High School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, genetic information, marital status, or association with a protected individual. The School offers a competitive salary & benefits package.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person