School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Dallas, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools. They contact participating schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and coordinate assessment logistics. They collect confidential information, administer standardized questionnaires, and may meet with principals or district personnel to gain cooperation. Administrators independently manage project duties, including conference calls, online training, travel arrangements, and records of parental permission results and communications with school coordinators. They travel to assigned local or regional school sites, with occasional overnight travel and possible air travel. Using project-issued equipment, they set up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshoot technical issues, enter information into web-based systems, transmit data after student sessions, and communicate progress or problems to a supervisor. The role requires meeting project deadlines; maintaining accurate progress and administrative records; safeguarding confidential information, equipment, incentives, and project materials; submitting accurate time and expense reports; and completing all work professionally. The position 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 communication skills, including speaking and listening.
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 travel as required.
For potential business air travel, have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.
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 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 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 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, and return issued equipment at the end of the assignment or when requested.
Complete required activities professionally while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information acquired.
Submit timely and accurate time and expense reports.
Attend virtually scheduled meetings with other project team members.