Testing Coordinator

For consideration, the applicant must meet all minimum requirements and qualifications as outlined in the job description below.

OBJECTIVE:

A Testing Coordinator’s primary purpose is to coordinate the state (TAKS, STAAR, TELPAS), national (PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP, IB), local benchmarking assessments, and other district-wide assessments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Know, interpret, and carry out rules and regulations relating to the Texas state assessment program.
• Attend testing coordinator training provided by the Educational Service Center, the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and other relevant entities.
• Train campus personnel, including administrators, diagnosticians, counselors, and teachers, to implement the state and local assessment program.
• Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of testing materials and student performance results.
• Investigate, document, and report testing irregularities.
• Coordinate all aspects of campus test planning and administration by providing training, ordering, distributing, collecting, and shipping testing materials, and maintaining an accurate inventory of materials received and distributed.
• Monitor campus compliance with assessment-related individual accountability systems such as the Student Success Initiative (SSI), Individual Graduation Committee (IGC), and individual Graduation Reviews (IGR).
• Maintain the accuracy of student testing records in online state assessment systems.
• Communicate effectively with campus and central office staff.
• Demonstrate skill in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and other basic office productivity software.

PROFESSIONALISM:

• To be punctual and be available during official working hours.
• To comply with AAMA policies, standards, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• To take precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
• To participate responsibly in the school’s improvement initiatives.
• To demonstrate timeliness and attendance for assigned responsibilities.
• To work collaboratively with other professionals and staff.
• To provide and accept evaluative feedback professionally.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about school personnel.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of IDEA and Section 504 federal law.
• Ability to organize and facilitate services.
• Knowledge of general education curriculum and instruction.
• Knowledge of instructional accommodations.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least three years of minimum teaching experience, campus and/or district administrative experience preferred.
• Experience with test coordination at the campus and/or district level preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Self-directed, detail-minded problem-solving.
• Good organizational skills and ability to follow established processes.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills and a positive, cooperative attitude.
• Active Listening.
• Reading Comprehension.
• Time Management.
• Social Perceptiveness.
• Ability to record accurate information.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with students.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal).

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree
• Preferred: Texas Teacher Certification

Salary : $68,663