School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•St. Paul, MN

17d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools. The role involves contacting schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and review or arrange assessment logistics. Administrators collect confidential information and administer standardized questionnaires, and may meet with principals or district personnel to gain cooperation. The position requires independently managing administrative responsibilities, including conference calls, online trainings, travel logistics, parental permission results, communications with school coordinators, and logistics updates. Administrators travel to assigned local or regional school sites, with occasional overnight travel and possible business air travel. They report progress and problems to a supervisor during weekly calls or as needed, and attend virtual project-team meetings. For project activities, administrators use an RTI laptop and other issued equipment, including Chromebooks and access points, to enter information in web-based systems, view reports, send and receive email, establish connectivity, and troubleshoot technical issues. They read text verbatim from paper and computer documents, transmit data promptly after student sessions, meet project deadlines, and maintain accurate records and reports. Administrators are responsible for the proper care and legal use of issued equipment, and for safeguarding and tracking participant incentives, equipment, and project materials. They must return issued equipment at the end of the TIMSS assignment or when requested. All work must be completed professionally while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information. Timely and accurate time and expense reports are also required.

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 spoken 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.
Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required to travel 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 arrange assessment logistics.
Collect confidential information and administer standardized questionnaires.
Meet with principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation.
Manage administrative duties independently, including conference calls and online trainings.
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 the supervisor during weekly conference calls or as needed.
Use an RTI laptop and other project equipment 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 computer screens.
Transmit data promptly after student sessions.
Meet project deadlines and maintain accurate progress and administrative records.
Take legal responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard and track participant incentives, equipment, and project materials, and return issued equipment when the assignment ends 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 project-team members.