GED Services and Testing Specialist

ACADEMY OF HOPE ADULT PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL•Washington, DC

91d•Hybrid

About The Position

GED Services and Testing Specialist Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School (AoH) Location: Ward 8 Campus | Washington, DC Reports to: Director of GED & Graduate Services Functional Area: Academics Classification: Senior Professional | Exempt Salary Range: $55,555 – $97,221 (commensurate with experience) Why This Role Matters At Academy of Hope, we believe education is a second chance—and a powerful one. As a GED Services and Testing Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in helping adult learners navigate the final, critical steps toward earning their high school credential and launching their next chapter. This is not a compliance-only testing role. It is a high-touch, student-centered position for an educator-coach who thrives at the intersection of assessment, advising, data, and equity-driven student support. You’ll serve as a trusted guide for learners, a strategic partner to academic teams, and a steward of high-quality GED testing operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered
Knowledge of Adult Basic Education and the GED testing process
Experience working with adult learners, student assessments, academic advising, or supportive services preferred
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with instructional staff, leadership, and cross-functional teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and data accuracy
Proficiency with student information systems, assessment platforms, and reporting tools
Commitment to Academy of Hope’s mission, values, and equity-centered approach to adult education

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary point of contact for GED Pathway learners, clearly communicating testing requirements, readiness standards, and timelines
Facilitate orientations, targeted Q&A sessions, and individualized 1:1 coaching for advanced ABE learners (Levels 5/6)
Administer GED Ready practice tests, NorthStar assessments, and testing tutorials to evaluate readiness and inform next steps
Support students in creating and managing MyGED accounts, meeting ID/residency requirements, and securing testing accommodations
Develop individualized GED testing plans with consistent progress check-ins
Collaborate closely with principals, assistant principals, teachers, and Student Support Specialists to align academic plans and schedules
Use GED Enhanced Score Reports to design targeted independent study plans and connect students to tutoring, materials, and resources
Design and facilitate evidence-based engagement strategies—such as boot camps, workshops, and cohort activities—to improve retention and testing outcomes
Partner with Workforce, Career, and College Services to support postsecondary goal-setting and transitions
Coordinate and schedule all GED exam appointments and manage testing vouchers
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the student information system, including coaching notes and testing data
Monitor performance metrics, conduct data quality checks, and prepare regular progress reports
Complete graduate exit procedures and manage diploma and transcript ordering and archiving

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employer-sponsored retirement plan (403(b))
Generous paid time off, including personal leave, sick leave, and paid holidays
Paid winter and spring breaks, aligned with the academic calendar
Professional development opportunities, including training, conferences, and role-related learning
Hybrid work model (telework and on-site), based on role responsibilities and operational needs

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