School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Houston, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools and support the logistics and administration of the study. They contact schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and coordinate assessment logistics; collect confidential information; administer standardized questionnaires; and meet with principals or district personnel as needed. Administrators independently manage administrative duties, travel to assigned local or regional school sites, track communications and parental permissions, and report progress and problems to their supervisor. The work includes using RTI-issued equipment and web-based systems, setting up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshooting technical issues, transmitting data promptly, and maintaining accurate records and reports. Administrators must protect confidential information, project equipment, incentives, and materials, meet deadlines, submit timely time and expense reports, and complete required activities professionally. Occasional overnight travel may be required, and business air travel may require a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of experience directly or indirectly related to field interviewing, data collection, teaching, or working with children in schools.
Comfort working in a school setting and in all types of neighborhoods.
Effective speech and listening communication skills.
Fluency in English reading, writing, and speaking.
Availability for the entire training and data collection period and ability to successfully complete training.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable personal automobile available for business use.
Comfort using an RTI-issued tablet, laptop, and associated equipment such as Chromebooks and internet routers.
Competence with internet and computer applications.
Access to a password-protected Wi-Fi connection for data transmission and administrative responsibilities.
Ability to keep project information confidential.
Ability to travel, including overnight as required.
For air travel, must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.
Willingness to work in various weather conditions and after dark.

Nice To Haves

Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoys interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds.
Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines.
Computer skills, including email and internet proficiency.

Responsibilities

Administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools.
Contact schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and review or establish assessment logistics.
Collect confidential information and administer standardized questionnaires.
Meet with local principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation.
Independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls and online trainings.
Travel to assigned local or regional school sites and manage travel logistics; occasional overnight travel may be required.
Track parental permission results, communications with school coordinators, and logistics updates.
Report progress and problems to a supervisor during weekly conference calls or as needed.
Use an RTI laptop for project activities, including entering information in web-based systems, viewing electronic reports, and sending and receiving email.
Set up Chromebooks and access points to establish connectivity and troubleshoot technical issues.
Read text verbatim from paper documents and a computer.
Promptly transmit data after student sessions.
Meet project deadlines and maintain accurate records of progress and administrative reports.
Take full and legal responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard and track participant incentives, issued equipment, and project materials against damage, loss, or theft, and return issued equipment at assignment completion or when requested by a supervisor.
Complete required activities professionally while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of acquired information.
Submit timely and accurate time and expense reports.
Attend virtually scheduled meetings with other project team members.