Position: Instructional Specialist – Test Administration

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Instructional Supervisor of Test Administration, the Instructional Specialist – Test Administration performs specialized testing and research work in the implementation and coordination of assessment programs at the elementary, middle, or high school level for the Department of Testing, Research and Evaluation. The programs include state assessments and other district assessments that support the variety of instructional programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and implements elementary, middle and high school assessment programs; assists with all online testing programs;
• Understands the operation of instructional programs and scheduling at the elementary, middle and high school levels;
• Assists with implementation of targeted testing programs, (i.e., English Language Proficiency Test (ACCESS 2.0), PSAT 8/9, Special Programs Entrance Exams, NAEP, etc.);
• Assists in implementing county and state assessments;
• Develops and presents materials to improve the understanding and use of data and reporting test results;
• Analyzes, interprets, and reports test results for the Department of Testing, Research and Evaluation and uses such results to make data-driven recommendations;
• Utilizes measurement techniques in reporting results from elementary, middle and/or high school assessment programs; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Considerable knowledge of testing techniques, methods and strategies;
• Experience in administering and oversight of state and county testing programs, such as serving in a School Test Coordinator or alternate School Test Coordinator position;
• Experience with Performance Matters and other data warehouse systems;
• Experience with various Microsoft Office Suite applications, Google apps, and other software packages;
• Thorough understanding of test instruments and the training for administration of such instruments;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Department of Testing, Research and Evaluation, PGCPS and MSDE;
• Ability to analyze, interpret and display accurate data; and
• Effective communication skills both orally and written.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Educational Measurement, Statistics, Administration and Supervision or related area required. A minimum of five (5) years’ successful experience as a School Test Coordinator or alternate School Test Coordinator required.

Certification:

Holds or is eligible for a valid professional license in Administrator I (historical) or Supervisor of Instruction, Assistant Principal, or Principal issued by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Additional Information:

None.