School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•San Antonio, 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 a 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 to gain cooperation. The role involves independently managing administrative duties, including conference calls, online training, tracking parental permissions and school communications, logging logistics updates, reporting progress or problems to a supervisor, transmitting data promptly after student sessions, and submitting accurate time and expense reports. Administrators use project-issued equipment and web-based systems, set up Chromebooks and access points, and troubleshoot technical issues. They travel to assigned local or regional schools, with occasional overnight or air travel potentially required, and manage related travel logistics. Administrators must meet project deadlines, maintain accurate records, safeguard confidential information and project materials, and take legal responsibility for the use and care of issued equipment. The position requires reading text verbatim from paper and computer documents, attending virtual project meetings, and completing all required activities professionally. The role is part-time and requires availability throughout the training and data collection period.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of experience directly or indirectly related to field interviewing, data collection, teaching, and/or working with children in schools.
Comfort working in a school setting and in all types of neighborhoods.
Effective verbal communication and listening skills.
Fluency in English reading, writing, and speaking.
Availability for the entire training and data collection period.
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 potential air travel for business.
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.
Independently manage administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online training.
Travel to assigned local or regional school sites; occasional overnight travel may be required.
Manage travel logistics.
Track parental permission results, communications with school coordinators, and logistics updates.
Report progress and problems to the supervisor during weekly conference calls and/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 to establish connectivity 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.
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 the conclusion of the TIMSS assignment or at the supervisor’s request.
Complete required activities professionally while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of acquired information.
Submit timely and accurate Time and Expense reports.
Attend scheduled virtual meetings with other project team members.