School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Chicago, IL

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 arrangements. The role involves collecting confidential information, administering standardized questionnaires, and meeting with principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation. Administrators independently manage administrative tasks, including conference calls, online training, travel arrangements, school-site visits, parental permission tracking, communications with school coordinators, and project updates. They use RTI-issued equipment and web-based systems to conduct project activities, set up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshoot technical issues, transmit data promptly, and maintain accurate records and reports. The position also requires safeguarding project materials, equipment, incentives, and confidential information, submitting time and expense reports, and attending virtual team meetings. Travel to assigned local or regional school sites is required, with occasional overnight or air travel possible.

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 speaking and listening skills.
Fluency in English in 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 related equipment, including 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.
Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required to travel by air.
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, including conference calls and online training.
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 and other project equipment to enter information in web-based systems, view electronic reports, and send and receive email.
Set up Chromebooks and access points, 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 progress records and administrative reports.
Assume responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard and track participant incentives, issued equipment, and project materials, and return equipment when the assignment concludes or when requested.
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.