Testing Coordinator-High School

Primary

Purpose:

Coordinates and manages the Texas student assessment program and local assessments to meet student and campus needs. Responsible for all aspects of campus testing programs including the planning, training, communication, organization, materials management, security and administration of state and local testing, norm-referenced, and advanced placement testing. Analyzes data as it relates to the campus, individual student achievement and the improvement of instruction.

Serves as instructional leader in development and improvement of program services. Organizes and oversees campus intervention, remediation and tutorial services.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, master's degree preferred.

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of state End of Course assessment requirements, ACT, SAT, TSI and Advanced Placement assessment programs.

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Exemplary planning and multi-tasking abilities.

Ability to evaluate program effectiveness; program compliance

Ability to manage budget and personnel.

Ability to coordinate campus functions as related to the testing program.

Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data.

Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to establish and maintain relationships with other campus personnel who are involved with the testing program.

Experience:

Three years of teaching experience in appropriate subject matter

Prior campus testing coordinator experience in a high school setting

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management

* Serves as the Campus Testing Coordinator and coordinates the planning and administration of the statewide assessment programs (STAAR EOC, TAKS, TELPAS, and all retests), including training of campus test administrators, ordering materials, preparing testing rooms and test booklets, verifying program coding and answer documents, managing online testing sessions and maintaining proper documentation.

* Works cooperatively with campus leadership to develop plans and logistics of all aspects of campus assessment programs.

* Stays current in testing procedures and requirements by attending all district trainings.

* Serves as the site coordinator for AP, SAT, PSAT, ACT and, if applicable, NAEP testing.

* Serves as the campus coordinator for all local assessments including facilitating Eduphoria scoring/scanning when applicable.

* Responsible for receipt, proper use, and return of all testing materials according to state and district guidelines.

* Delivers trainings and provides technical support related to testing requirements for campus staff including test administrators.

* Ensures that appropriate testing procedures are in place and carried out according to state law and district requirements.

* On test days, oversees and monitors the secure administration of assessments and responds promptly to needs and issues if/when they arise.

* Maintains complete and accurate listings of all students needing optional testing procedures and accommodations through collaboration with Special Education, 504, Dyslexia, LPAC, and other staff members.

* Oversees the receipt, distribution, proper filing, and storage of student test results and campus reports.

* Assists in planning and implementation of systems to manage, report, and communicate assessment data to impact instruction.

* Communicates with parents and students regarding remediation and retesting opportunities.

* Serves as the campus liaison to the District Testing Coordinator.

* Facilitate the use of technology in the testing process.

Leadership

* Provides leadership and support for the campus through communication:

* Works collaboratively with the campus leadership team.

* Maintains a high level of visibility on the campus.

* Cooperates and collaborates with central office staff.

* Participates in SBDM, CIP, and DIP revisions and compliance at the campus level.

* Provides assistance and support as needed to students, parents, and community members of NBISD.

* Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with parents, students, teachers…