Full Time Paraprofessional/ GED Proctor

University of Arkansas System•North Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Test Proctor/Paraprofessional administers and supervises examinations to support academic integrity, fairness, and compliance with established testing rules. The role creates a secure, quiet testing environment in person or remotely by verifying identities, distributing materials, monitoring behavior, and enforcing time limits. It supports Adult Education program goals by administering tests and monitoring student progress in assessments. This is a grant-funded position through the Arkansas State Office of Adult Education. The incumbent must have at least an associate’s degree or equivalent education in a related field and become Pearson VUE certified within 90 days of hire. Certification must be maintained annually.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent education in business or a related field.
1–2 years of relevant or office experience.
Effective oral and written communication and excellent interpersonal skills.
Information technology literacy.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before groups.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculations involving American money and customary measures of weight, volume, and distance.
Ability to follow detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions and address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge of data management, internet, email, and Microsoft Office; experience using office machines including a copier, fax, Scantron, phone system, and laminator; and phone skills.
Must become Pearson VUE certified within 90 days of hire and maintain certification annually.

Responsibilities

Enroll students and clients in adult education programs and services.
Administer pre- and post-assessments, including TABE and Oral BEST.
Administer PSI, NHA, and other exams when applicable.
Enter student scores into the LACES online data management system.
Maintain testing records and files, and manage files.
Answer phones and disseminate program information.
Copy and scan materials.
Administer GED Readiness and official GED examinations.
Monitor, manage, and create test tickets in the DRC Literacy Pro System.
Work with staff to ensure effective and timely student testing.
Work with UAPTC testing center staff and faculty.
Administer Arkansas Civics Exams.
Provide backup paraprofessional support and conduct basic paraprofessional duties when applicable.
Coordinate with Pearson VUE, UA-PTC IT, and GED.com staff to troubleshoot testing software and systems.
Maintain annual Pearson VUE test proctor certification.
Perform other duties as assigned.