- Coordinate and support the administration of testing/student assessments under the guidance of the Assessment Manager, focusing on high school admissions, selective enrollment, gifted programs, and other related assessments.
- Lead the efforts of recruitment, training, and support of CPS employees and test proctors, ensuring they are well-prepared to contribute to the testing process.
- Implement various facets of testing for student access & enrollment, including student scheduling, examiner and administrative training, ordering/inventory/storage of test materials, family communications, test security, and delivery of services
- Drive collaboration among cross-functional teams to architect and refine assessment policies and programs, orchestrating strategic partnerships between key departments such as the Office of Language and Cultural Education (OLCE) and the Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services (ODLSS) to ensure seamless integration and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Implement best practices, policies, and procedures for test administration to ensure security, integrity, and accurate student assessment results.
- Manage the relationships with testing providers, including but not limited to project and contract management tasks in service of smooth assessment implementation and related assessment processes.
- Develop and facilitate training programs for testing staff, offering operational support and guidance to ensure consistency and quality in test administration.
- Act as a key point of contact for testing personnel and support staff, offering supervision and assistance during test implementation phases.
- Implement data systems for tracking, reporting, and evaluating assessment activities, ensuring data accuracy and reliability.
- Create and disseminate materials and communications to educators, families, and the community regarding assessment procedures and results.
- Facilitate the cleaning, validating, and reporting of student assessment data to support district priorities by liaising with the School Quality Measurement, Information Technology Services (ITS), ISBE and Access and Enrollment teams.
- Perform additional duties as assigned
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Education, Psychology, Counseling or a related field, required.
- Master's degree in the above fields is preferred
- Minimum of three (3) years of professional work experience in education is required, with a preference for experience in assessment programming and/or instructional data analysis for relevant programs.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience with assessment district operations or implementation preferred.
- Experience working in a large urban education setting, and experience with third-party vendor management preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Capable of clear communication and collaboration with a broad range of audiences/constituents including policymakers, district leadership, and school-based staff
- High levels of assessment literacy; familiarity with the principles of test security, implementation, and administration.
- Exceptional organizational, project management, and strategic planning capabilities, including the ability to establish goals, and align activities toward goal fulfillment
- Quick learner with the ability to conduct multiple projects concurrently
- Ability to design and facilitate adult professional learning
- Proficiency in Google Suite with advanced Google Sheets skills, and familiarity with information technology
- Flexibility to work evenings/weekends during peak times of the year
- Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions; however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.
- Be Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-1- Unless approved for a medical or religious exemption, all employees are required to be up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters, and to submit proof of vaccination to the district within 30 days of hire. "Up-to-date" on vaccination is defined as being at least two weeks past all primary vaccine doses and any applicable boosters.
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Assessment Specialist, Student Access - Chicago, United States - Chicago Public Schools
Description
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is one of the largest school districts in the United States, serving over 320,000 students in 600 schools and employing approximately 40,000 people, most of them teachers.
CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life.
In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans:academic progress, financial stability, and integrity.
Six core values are embedded within these commitments - student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.
The Department of Student Assessment and MTSS empowers all CPS stakeholders with high-quality evidence of student learning to advance achievement, access, and opportunity for all students.
The department supports schools in the development and implementation of balanced assessment systems and a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Framework that enables educators to meet students' needs.
Job Summary:
The Assessment Specialist will support the successful implementation of assessments for student access & enrollment in schools. This position will report to the Assessment Manager, Student Access & Enrollment.
The Assessment Specialist will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:
Education Required:
Experience Required:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
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