- Interpret the NGSS and other Framework-informed state standards for large-scale assessment development with multi-dimensional items.
- Design innovative science assessment tasks with stimuli that use a variety of media, including simulations and animations, and items that use a variety of interactive formats.
- Edit and review science assessment items and item sets. Item types may include selected response, open-ended, extended response, performance event, and/or technology-enhanced. Ensure that items meet WestEd writing guidelines and specifications as well as project-specific style guidelines.
- Edit and review scoring materials associated with rubric-scored item types.
- Serve as lead science content specialist on projects.
- Create item development plans and assignments, train item writers and editors, review and edit items, support the work of editorial staff who work on the project, and work collaboratively with directors, managers, coordinators, and other staff working on the project.
- Develop a deep understanding of project materials (standards, style guides, etc.) and project history.
- Facilitate content review meetings.
- Participate in client meetings as related to serving as content lead on projects.
- Provide science content expertise on a range of research projects, such as standards quality evaluations, studies of the alignment among standards and assessments, and surveys of best practices related to curriculum and instruction across states.
- Develop and deliver professional development workshops/sessions related to assessment development, standards, or other focus areas of AD&D.
- Provide feedback to and mentor junior content staff members.
- Work in a fast-paced, often ambitious/demanding environment while maintaining agreed-upon deliverables.
- Candidates must have experience within the last three years with large-scale assessment development. List experience on the cover letter.
- Degree in an area of science (Master's degree preferred; advanced coursework in biological sciences preferred).
- A deep understanding of assessing the NGSS and Framework for all grades and disciplines of science.
- Teaching experience in science or a background in science education.
- Demonstrated editing skills, including content editing and copy editing.
- Strong analytical/critical thinking skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to follow detailed rules and guidelines for writing and editing assessment items.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Ability to meet deadlines within tight timelines.
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully within a team environment.
- Ability to adapt in direction of project and modify documents as needed.
- Ability to communicate and send files via email, phone, filesharing software, and videoconferencing software that requires a high-speed internet connection.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
- Intermediate knowledge of PDF software applications (e.g., Adobe Acrobat) with markup capability.
- Ability to learn and work in multiple assessment development platforms.
- Ability to interpret the Next Generation Science Standards.
- 15% contribution toward retirement effective day 1 of employment
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
- All health/welfare benefits are effective first of the month following hire date
- PTO: 3 weeks' vacation (increases to 4 weeks beginning the 4th year of employment), paid holidays, and 12 days paid sick leave per year
- Life Insurance: value of 3x gross salary
- Opportunities for annual merit-based performance increases + annual incentives
- Professional development opportunities & mentorship program
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Description
About WestEdAs a community of over1,300researchers, practitioners, consultants, and administrative professionals from all backgrounds and life experiences, we are committed to making a qualitative difference in the lives of youth, children, and adults. We conduct and apply research, develop evidence-based solutions, and provide consulting services across the country in both rural and urban communities to improve equitable outcomes for individuals from infancy through adulthood. Serving as trusted partners in the areas of education, health, and justice, our teams enhance capacity within communities and school districts to prioritize impact - asking the right questions, customizing methodologies, developing relevant tools, and implementing best practices specific to a diverse range of stakeholder needs.
Furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion is core to who we are and how we work. We are committed to working with our clients to illuminate and address disparities,valueand elevate diverse voices, and ensure equitable access to our resources and services. Read more about. Come and join us
SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING THE WORK LOCATION OF THIS POSITION-Although WestEd provides the option of working at one of its facilities for employees, many roles allow employees to choose to work remotely for their own convenience.The decision to allow remote work at the employee's convenience is based on therequirements of the position or project in question.
Content Area Description
Assessment Design and Development (AD&D) is involved extensively at the local, state, and national levels in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating standards and assessment tools, methods, and systems. Some of AD&D work is aimed at revealing how well students or workers are learning or performing; other parts of our work address broader concerns of accountability and program or school success. AD&D serves as the test-development contractor for high-stakes assessment programs in several states. Its projects also examine the technical aspects of assessment, as well as focus on a range of assessment and accountability-related issues for various student populations (e.g., English language learners, students with disabilities) and for traditional academic areas and developing fields (e.g., alternative school accountability).
Position Overview
Assessment Design and Development (AD&D) at WestEd is seeking qualified individuals who will contribute to the delivery of high-quality products and services in the fields of student assessment, evaluation, and educational research. The successful candidate will work with the Science Assessment Development Manager in all areas of science assessment development, including interpreting the NGSS and Framework for large-scale assessment, designing innovative science assessment tasks, reviewing and editing multi-dimensional items, searching for and identifying stimulus materials, and creating ancillary materials (scoring guides, sample papers, training materials for editors and item writers), constructing test forms, and leading all aspects of the science portions of development projects.
Responsibilities
WestEd conducts a criminal background check and education verification for all new hires. Any offers of employment will be contingent on receiving a clear background check in accordance with applicable law.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:The full salary range for this position,WestEd level9, is $78,800 to $118,200 but WestEd does not typically hire at or near the top of the salary range. The typical hiring range for this role is $78,800 to $98,500. The actual offer takes into account multiple factors including but not limited to education; experience; internal equity, and other organizational needs.
In addition to the base salary, benefits include:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)
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