Assessment & Testing Assistant (PT)

Salt Lake City School District•Salt Lake, UT

18h•$18

About The Position

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.

Requirements

All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check.
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
Speak, read, write, and present professionally, analyze, and interpret English written and verbal communications

Nice To Haves

Ability to establish rapport quickly with children and adults by being personable and easy to get along with

Responsibilities

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