School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Philadelphia, PA

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 TIMSS assignment. The role involves contacting schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and coordinate assessment logistics; collecting confidential information; administering standardized questionnaires; and meeting with principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation. Administrators independently manage administrative work, including conference calls and online trainings; travel to assigned local or regional school sites, sometimes overnight; and manage travel logistics. They track parental permission results and communications with school coordinators, report progress and problems to a supervisor, maintain accurate records, meet deadlines, submit timely Time and Expense reports, and transmit data promptly after student sessions. The position uses RTI-issued equipment and web-based systems, including a laptop, tablet, Chromebooks, and internet routers or access points. Duties include setting up devices and connectivity, troubleshooting technical issues, viewing electronic reports, and sending and receiving email. Administrators read text verbatim from paper and computer documents, safeguard project materials and equipment, maintain the confidentiality and integrity of information, and attend virtually scheduled project-team meetings. The position requires availability throughout the training and data collection period, travel including overnight travel as required, and willingness to work in varied weather conditions and after dark.

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 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 RTI-issued tablets, laptops, 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.
Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if traveling by air 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 conference calls and online trainings.
Travel to assigned local or regional school sites, with occasional overnight travel, and 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 or as needed.
Use RTI-issued equipment and web-based systems for project activities, including entering information, 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 computer screens.
Transmit data promptly after student sessions.
Meet project deadlines and maintain accurate progress and administrative records.
Assume 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 when requested or at the end of the TIMSS 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 other project-team members.