School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Boston, MA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools and coordinate with school staff to support study participation and assessment logistics. The role includes collecting confidential information, administering standardized questionnaires, and meeting with principals or district personnel as needed. Administrators independently manage project-related administrative work, travel to assigned school sites (with occasional overnight travel), and track school communications, parental permission results, logistics, and progress. They use project-issued equipment and web-based systems, set up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshoot technical issues, transmit data promptly, and maintain accurate records and reports. The role also requires protecting confidential information and project materials, attending training and virtual team meetings, reporting to a supervisor, and submitting timely Time and Expense reports.

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 spoken communication and listening 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.
Have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative for possible air travel.
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 deadlines.
Computer skills, particularly 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 set up assessment logistics.
Collect confidential information and administer standardized questionnaires.
Meet with local principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation.
Manage administrative duties independently, including conference calls and online training.
Travel to assigned local or regional school sites, including occasional overnight travel, and manage travel logistics.
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 a project-issued 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 and troubleshoot technical issues.
Read text verbatim from paper documents and a computer.
Transmit data promptly after student sessions.
Meet project deadlines and maintain accurate records of progress and administrative reports.
Assume responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard and track participant incentives, equipment, and project materials against damage, loss, or theft, and return issued equipment when requested or at the end of the assignment.
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 project team members.