Assessment & Student Support Specialist

Atlanta International School•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assessment & Student Support Specialist supports equitable access to learning and assessment through the coordination of student accommodations, assessment logistics, and assessment data systems. Working closely with Learning Support, school leaders, and teachers, this role helps ensure assessment processes are organized, compliant, and student-centered while supporting data-informed decision-making and student success across the school. This is a full-time professional staff position within the Learning Support department.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
Experience working in an educational environment.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and complex logistics.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and digital productivity tools.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
Commitment to fostering safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with learning support programs and accommodation processes.
Experience with testing accommodations and assessment administration.
Experience working with standardized assessments, including but not limited to MAP Growth, College Board, ACT, IB, or similar programs.
Experience analyzing and reporting educational data.
Experience with or eagerness to learn how to use dashboards to create reports and data visualizations.

Responsibilities

Coordinate testing accommodations and alternative testing environments for students with approved accommodations.
Manage testing schedules, supervision coverage, and assessment logistics.
Ensure testing procedures, security protocols, and documentation requirements are followed.
Support students and staff during accommodated testing and formal examination periods.
Coordinate accommodation applications and approvals with external testing organizations, including College Board, ACT, and IB.
Maintain documentation and records required for accommodation requests and compliance.
Serve as a liaison among students, families, faculty, and external agencies regarding testing accommodations.
Coordinate the administration of MAP Growth and other designated school assessments.
Maintain assessment records and support the collection, analysis, and reporting of student assessment data to inform instructional and programmatic decision making.
Assist school leaders and teachers in accessing and interpreting assessment data to support student learning and program improvement.
Maintain systems, records, and documentation that support Learning Support services.
Assist with departmental operations, communication, and administrative processes.
Collaborate with Learning Support specialists, counselors, and school leaders to support student success.
Support for schoolwide assessment initiatives as assigned.