School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Nashville, TN

17d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools. They contact schools to explain the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and coordinate assessment logistics. The role includes collecting confidential information, administering standardized questionnaires, and meeting with school or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation. Administrators independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls, online training, travel arrangements, tracking parental permissions and school communications, maintaining logistical records, and submitting timely and accurate time and expense reports. They travel to assigned local or regional schools, with occasional overnight travel and possible air travel. They set up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshoot technical issues, use project-issued computers and other equipment, and promptly transmit data after student sessions. The position requires accurate recordkeeping, meeting project deadlines, safeguarding and returning project equipment and materials, and maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of all information. Administrators report progress and problems to their supervisor and attend scheduled virtual meetings with the project team. They must be available for the entire training and data collection period and 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 spoken communication and listening skills.
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 project-issued tablets, laptops, Chromebooks, and associated equipment such as 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 explain 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, including occasional overnight travel, and manage travel logistics.
Track parental permission results, communications with school coordinators, and updates related to logistics.
Report progress and problems to the supervisor during weekly conference calls or as needed.
Use project-issued computers and web-based systems to enter information, view reports, and send and receive email.
Set up Chromebooks and access points 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 appropriate use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard and track participant incentives, equipment, and project materials, and return issued equipment when required.
Complete required activities professionally while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information.
Submit timely and accurate time and expense reports.
Attend scheduled virtual meetings with project team members.