School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•St. Louis, MO

14d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools and collect confidential information through standardized questionnaires. They contact schools to explain the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and arrange assessment logistics, and may meet with principals or district personnel to gain cooperation. The role involves independently managing administrative duties, participating in conference calls and online training, traveling to assigned local or regional school sites (with occasional overnight travel), and managing travel logistics. Administrators track parental permission results and communications, report progress and problems to their supervisor, enter information into web-based systems, and promptly transmit data after student sessions. They set up Chromebooks and access points and troubleshoot technical issues. Administrators must follow project deadlines, maintain accurate records and reports, safeguard confidential information and project materials, and take legal responsibility for issued equipment. Duties also include submitting timely Time and Expense reports and attending virtual project-team meetings. The role requires reading text verbatim from paper and computer documents and conducting all activities professionally while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of information.

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 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 set up assessment logistics.
Collect confidential information and administer standardized questionnaires.
Meet with local principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation.
Independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls and online training.
Travel to assigned local or regional school sites, with occasional overnight travel, and manage travel logistics.
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 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 a computer.
Promptly transmit data 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 equipment as required.
Complete required activities professionally while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of information acquired.
Submit timely and accurate Time and Expense reports.
Attend virtual meetings with other project-team members.