Science Curriculum Assessment: TEKS Resource System (Contract Position)

Education Service Center Region 13 (TX) • Austin, TX

108d • $20 - $25

About The Position

The Science Curriculum Assessment position is a contract role that involves working independently under the supervision of the TEKS Resource System Science Content Coordinator and/or Program Manager. The primary responsibility is to develop Science unit assessment items that are aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Science. Each assessment item must adhere to specific grade level standards and meet the guideline expectations of the TEKS Resource System. This includes creating original assessment items that may require original artwork and graphics, providing rationales for each answer choice, and including sample student responses for the correct answers. All writers are required to attend a TEKS Resource System writer assessment training before commencing work.

Requirements

• Texas Teacher Certification
• Bachelor's degree in education or Science related field
• Five years Science classroom teaching experience

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in curriculum, instruction, and assessment or Science related field
• Experience with assessment writing
• Comprehensive content knowledge that spans multiple grade-levels
• Knowledge of Science TEKS that spans multiple grade-levels
• Comprehensive knowledge of effective assessment writing
• Knowledge of current assessment trends
• Exceptionally strong command of the English language including conventions of grammar and mechanics with strong revising and editing skills
• Knowledge of item formatting and style associated with accountability testing in Texas
• Knowledge of applicable copyright and fair use regulations for educational assessment
• Skills in Microsoft Office Suite (required) and other online technologies such as SharePoint and One Drive (preferred)
• Knowledge and skills in conducting research to verify accuracy of grade level content and related strategies in Science

Responsibilities

• Create and write original drafts of the TEKS Resource System assessment items.
• Collaborate with Science Coordinator and/or Program Manager regarding development and constructive feedback.
• Revise and edit writing with strong attention to detail.
• Revise any returned items according to feedback prior to completion of the contract.
• Clearly communicate progress regarding development efforts including timelines, areas of concern, and potential solutions to the Science Coordinator and/or Program Manager.
• Reliably meet deadlines and deliver quality products.
• Work productively in a virtual environment with reliance on video conferencing, email, and phone as primary forms of communication.
• Attend, as necessary, all meeting/trainings which may be delivered in-person, online/video, and/or by phone.

Benefits

• Salary: $20 - $25 per item

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees