School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Buffalo, NY

17d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools. They contact schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and review or arrange assessment logistics. They collect confidential information and 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, communications with school coordinators, parental permission tracking, and progress updates. They travel to assigned local or regional school sites, with occasional overnight travel and possible air travel. They use RTI-issued equipment and web-based systems to carry out project activities, set up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshoot technical issues, read assessment text verbatim, and promptly transmit data after student sessions. The role requires meeting project deadlines, maintaining accurate records and reports, safeguarding confidential information and project materials, taking legal responsibility for issued equipment, and submitting timely and accurate time and expense reports. Administrators attend virtual team meetings and report progress or problems to their supervisor during weekly calls or as needed.

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 communication skills, including speaking 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 related 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 duties.
Ability to keep project information confidential.
Ability to travel, including overnight as required.
Have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for business air travel.
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, 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, school coordinator communications, and logistics updates.
Report progress and problems to the supervisor during weekly conference calls or as needed.
Use RTI-issued computers and web-based systems to enter information, view electronic reports, and send and receive 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.
Take 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 protecting the integrity and confidentiality of acquired information.
Submit timely and accurate time and expense reports.
Attend virtually scheduled meetings with project team members.