School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Columbus, OH

17d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools and support study operations by contacting schools, discussing the study, answering questions, confirming participation, and reviewing or arranging assessment logistics. They collect confidential information, administer standardized questionnaires, and meet with local principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation. The role involves independently managing administrative duties, participating in conference calls, completing online training, traveling to assigned local or regional school sites, and occasionally traveling overnight. Administrators track parental permission results, communications with school coordinators, and logistics updates; report progress and problems to a supervisor; and submit timely, accurate time and expense reports. Administrators use project-issued RTI equipment, including a laptop, tablet, Chromebooks, and internet routers, to perform project activities, use web-based systems, view electronic reports, communicate by email, establish connectivity, and troubleshoot technical issues. Duties also include reading text verbatim from paper and computer documents, promptly transmitting data after student sessions, meeting project deadlines, and maintaining accurate records. The position requires professional conduct and protection of confidential information, project materials, equipment, and participant incentives. Administrators are responsible for the care and return of issued equipment and attend virtual meetings with the project team. The position requires availability throughout the full training and data collection period, a valid U.S. driver’s license, a reliable personal automobile available for business use, and the ability to travel, including overnight or by air as needed. Candidates must be willing to work in various 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 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 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 arrange 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 participating in conference calls and completing online trainings.
Travel to assigned local or regional school sites; occasional overnight travel may be required.
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 project-issued equipment and web-based systems to enter information, view electronic reports, and send and receive 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 records of progress and administrative reports.
Take responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment and safeguard and track participant incentives, equipment, and project materials.
Return issued equipment at the end of the TIMSS assignment or at the supervisor’s request.
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.