Job Title: WIDA Assessment Specialist
Department: Assessments & Curric
Reports To: Director of State Assessments
Compensation: $67,000 to $75,000
TRS Classification: Non-classified
Summary:
Serve as assessment specialist expert on all required ELL WIDA ACCESS assessments.. The primary focus is to coordinate and execute WIDA related assessments districtwide.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
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Possess in-depth understanding of the state and federal guidelines for administering the ACCESS for ELLs 2.0.
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Plan the logistics of all ELL assessments including but not limited to scheduling space, notifying teacher and family of assigned assessments, tracking completion, and test administration, etc.
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Complete all test administration training and certification requirements and familiarize yourself with applicable sections of training materials.
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Ensure all staff meet qualifications for administering ELL assessments ? Order and maintain all testing materials and supplies.
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Review the state's ELL Assessment checklists for WIDA Coordinators for a full understanding of the tasks and responsibilities.
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Maintain test security throughout testing window Receive and inventory test materials.
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Work with other district ELL staff to collaborate as needed.
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Ensure pre-labeled test booklets are provided to the correct student Return test materials to WIDA.
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Manage all district aspects of WIDA AMS platform.
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Become familiar with the WIDA AMS User Guide in order to learn how to manage student data details.
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Ability to work in fast-paced environment and overcome technology challenges.
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Assist with yearly operations of the Assessments Team as a whole. Including, but not limited to; large scale support for state testing windows, inventory, material packing/delivery/pickup, scheduling students, paperwork audits, and test administration.
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Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
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No supervisory responsibilities for this role.
Education and/or Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required ELL Certification strongly preferred.
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Bilingual candidates preferred.
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Experience with English language learners preferred.
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Knowledge and experience with WIDA's Assessment Management System (AMS) required.
Qualifications:
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Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to present effectively and persuasively.
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Relationship-building and relationship management skills.
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Excellent organization and time management skills.
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Ability to learn quickly, work independently and to be effective in a fast-paced, dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
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Must possess a professional and friendly attitude and be able to quickly develop a rapport with stakeholders over the phone.
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Ability to learn and navigate new software quickly.
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Strong attention to detail, dependability, and follow-through
- Resolve issues and conflicts.
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Passionate commitment to the mission of school choice.
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Ability to maintain professional confidentiality and comply with FERPA guidelines.
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Proficient in data management and logistics.
Language Skills:
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Ability to read, analyze, and interpret internal communications, financial reports, and legal documents.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from families or members of the business community.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and coworkers, both verbally and in writing.
Mathematical Skills:
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Basic math skills required.
Reasoning Ability:
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Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Computer Skills:
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To perform this job successfully, an individual should have computer proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office and Google Tools.
- Must have an understanding of using the Google suite as most lessons will be created with that system.
- Must have a high aptitude to learn new software as necessary for the business operations of the school.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
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Current driver's license and valid car insurance.
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Oklahoma ELL teaching certification (Preferred).
Other Qualifications:
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Must be able to pass a state-mandated background check after a conditional offer of employment is made.
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Must have favorable employment references.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The person in this position works remotely from their home. Meetings in public places and at Epic offices are also required. Travel to testing sites around the state will be required. Some overnight and extended stays during testing season may be required. The noise level is usually quiet to moderately loud (when students are present).
Epic Charter Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For reasonable accommodations of a disability during the hiring process, please email [email protected]. Someone will call you to discuss further.
