School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Tulsa, OK

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 coordinate assessment logistics. The role involves collecting confidential information, administering standardized questionnaires, and meeting with principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation. Administrators independently manage project duties, including conference calls, online training, communications with school coordinators, tracking parental permission results, and maintaining logistics updates. They travel to assigned local or regional school sites; occasional overnight travel may be required. They use an RTI-issued laptop and other equipment to enter information into web-based systems, review electronic reports, communicate by email, set up Chromebooks and access points, and troubleshoot technical issues. The position also requires reading text verbatim from paper and computer documents and promptly transmitting data after student sessions. Administrators must meet project deadlines, maintain accurate records and reports, protect confidential information, and safeguard project-issued equipment, incentives, and materials. They are responsible for returning issued equipment at the end of the TIMSS assignment or when requested. Other duties include reporting progress and problems to a supervisor, submitting accurate time and expense reports, and attending virtual team meetings. Candidates must be available throughout the training and data collection period and successfully complete training. Travel by air may be required; candidates must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.

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 in 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 related equipment, including 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 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 an RTI laptop and project 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 computer screens.
Promptly transmit data after student sessions.
Meet project deadlines and maintain accurate progress and administrative records.
Assume responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment, and safeguard and track participant incentives, equipment, and project materials against damage, loss, or theft.
Return project-issued equipment at the end of the TIMSS assignment or when requested by a supervisor.
Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of all information acquired.
Submit timely and accurate time and expense reports.
Attend scheduled virtual meetings with project team members.
Be available throughout the training and data collection period and successfully complete required training.