Assessment & Testing Assistant

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• FTE:
  ** 0.7375 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week)
• Contract Status:
  ** Non-Contract
• FLSA Status:
  ** Non
  - Exempt
• Reports To:
  
  ** Supervisor, Assessment & Evaluation

** Position Details*
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• Work Calendar:
  ** Hourly
• FTE:
  ** 0.7375 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week)
• Contract Status:
  ** Non-Contract
• FLSA Status:
  ** Non
  - Exempt
• Reports To:
  
  ** Supervisor, Assessment & Evaluation

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• Starting Wage: **$ 18.25 hourly
• Salary Schedule/Lane:
  ** 86/L
• Benefits:
  ** Not Eligible
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  ** 01/20/2026

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** Positions Available: 1*
* ** JOB SUMMARY*
* * The Assessment Testing Assistant is responsible for administering and scoring specialized tests to students (e.g., WIDA, Acadience, etc.) based on standardized methodologies; and assisting in other clerical functions as needed.
* ** MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS*
* * All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check.
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• High school diploma or equivalent
• * Per Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), interested applicants must be Highly Qualified to be considered for the position and have completed one of the following:*
• - completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), or
• obtained an associates (or higher) degree from an accredited higher education institution, or
• satisfied a rigorous state or local assessment (Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higher

* The higher education institution official transcripts, or college diploma, or a copy of the Paraprofessional Assessment must be provided with your application or upon a contingent offer of employment
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• Speak, read, write, and present professionally, analyze, and interpret English written and verbal communications

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* PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*
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• Ability to establish rapport quickly with children and adults by being personable and easy to get along with

** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES*
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• Administer and score student tests using standardized methodologies and protocols to determine student proficiency and placement
• Learn the complexities of administering standardized cognitive and academic assessments
• Schedule student testing with site personnel to evaluate students in accordance with District requirements
• Travel to district sites to conduct assessments and evaluations (reliable transportation required)
• Work one on one or in small groups with non-English speaking children to assist in the administration of required testing
• Make careful and accurate observations regarding children and their performance. Express observations in clear, concise writing
• Perform general clerical functions to provide or maintain appropriate documentation
• Participate in meetings, workshops, seminars, as assigned to convey and gather information required to perform functions
• Support a team environment by collaborating with own and other work units to effectively perform the duties of the position
• Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as required
• As needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 30 pounds
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job

requirements efficiently and effectively

• Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholders
• Work under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies, accurately processing detailed information and meeting deadlines
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• EMPLOYEE
  
  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  
  ** No

** WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS*
* The usual and customary methods of performing the job's f nctions require the following physical demands: some lifting,…