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 study logistics by contacting schools, confirming participation, answering questions, and coordinating assessment setup. They collect confidential information, administer standardized questionnaires, and may meet with principals or district personnel to gain cooperation. The role independently manages administrative tasks, including online training, conference calls, travel arrangements, school-site visits, and records of parental permissions and communications. Administrators use project-issued technology to enter information, transmit data, set up Chromebooks and access points, and troubleshoot connectivity. They must meet project deadlines, maintain accurate reports, protect confidential information and project materials, submit time and expense reports, and attend virtual team meetings. Local or regional travel is required, with occasional overnight travel and possible air travel.

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 communication skills through speech and listening.
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 travel as required.
Willingness to work in various weather conditions and after dark.
Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required to travel by air for business.

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 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 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, 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 and administrative records.
Assume responsibility for the proper 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 as directed 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 scheduled virtual meetings with project team members.