Test Development Coordinator bei University of Kansas
University of Kansas · Lawrence, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Lawrence
Job Description
- Reviewing and refining vendor and/or internally created items in accordance with internal and external deadlines.
- Leading projects to develop task models/construct definitions based in Evidence Centered Design principles and guiding the Science team to apply them consistently when reviewing items.
- Helping to resolve external, expert feedback on test items and test forms.
- Designing training for item writers, internal staff, and external reviewers.
- Contributing to the identification, analysis, and improvement of existing processes and documentation to improve content validity.
- Collaborating on test and item designs for innovative science assessments.
- Coordinating workflow for science content at multiple stages of the test development process.
- Managing the test item pool.
- Assembling and/or reviewing field test and operational test forms to meet blueprint, test design, and psychometric criteria.
- Contributing to the identification, analysis, and improvement of existing processes and documentation to improve efficiency or meet best practice standards.
- Preparing, reviewing, and editing test blueprints, performance level descriptors, responses to RFPs, and technical reports.
- Collaborating with the psychometric and technology teams to create ancillary testing materials, such as interpretive guides, score reports, and website documents.
5% - Special projects/other duties as assigned.
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a hard science (physical science, life science, Earth and space sciences), science education, or related field and 3 years standardized assessment development experience OR master’s degree in a hard science, science education, or related field and at least 2 years of standardized assessment development experience.
- At least one year of experience incorporating the Next Generation Science Standards to instruction, curriculum, or assessment in physical science, life science, or Earth and space sciences as evidenced by application materials.
- At least one year of experience designing or developing standardized assessments in an item management system that collects evidence of student mastery of curricular standards as evidenced by application materials.
- At least one year of experience using technology including Microsoft Office products, Skype, Zoom, and/or other web-based systems as evidenced in application materials.
- Excellent written communication skills in English as evidenced by application materials.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate degree in a hard science (physical science, life science, Earth, and space sciences), science education, or related field.
- At least 3 years of experience applying knowledge of the Next Generation Science Standards to instruction, curriculum, or large-scale assessment as evidenced by application materials.
- At least one year of experience teaching and/or assessment experience with elementary school students and/or students with special needs.
- At least one year of experience with peer-to-peer mentoring.
Position Overview
Successful applicants will demonstrate deep and thorough expertise with the Next Generation Science Standards and will be familiar with a range of either classroom approaches and/or standardized assessment approaches to collecting evidence of student mastery of curricular standards. ATLAS applies principles of Evidence Centered Design (ECD) to its test design and development processes. Therefore, expertise and the ability to provide thought leadership to other members of the science team with regard to these principles in an assessment context is a plus.
ATLAS promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students, with a focus on students with disabilities and struggling learners. ATLAS creates technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous. Dynamic research on skill development, assessment design, and teacher professional development informs the center’s map-based learning systems.
With a diverse portfolio of grant-funded research projects and operational alternate assessments, ATLAS is a leader in educational research and innovation. ATLAS drives progress through partnerships and collaborations with organizations that share its focus and commitment.
ATLAS is committed to creating policies and practices that foster a culture in which all employees feel they belong and can succeed.
Visit the ATLAS website to learn how the center improves the learning landscape for all students.
KU employees have great benefits!
- 176 hours of paid vacation per year
- 96 hours of sick leave per year
- 10 paid holidays
- Medical and dental insurance
- Retirement program
- Life and disability insurance
- Educational and professional development opportunities
KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.
KU is not able to provide H-1B sponsorship for this position.
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- University of Kansas online application
- CV or resume
- Cover letter detailing your professional experiences that align with the required and preferred qualifications.
- Contact information for three professional references.
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Position Requirements
- This is a full-time (40 hours/week), unclassified position.
- Depending on the center’s and team’s needs, well qualified candidates may be allowed a work location that is hybrid or remote.
- This position requires travel to Lawrence and/or other locations as needed, depending on the needs of the center and team.
- This position will require attendance at regularly scheduled meetings, onsite or through telecommunication platforms.