Senior Assessment Specialist - Mathematics

Company: Pearson
Location: Honolulu
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

ees can be seen at: https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/ . Pearson is an Eq Provide leadership to mathematics item development teams throughout the entire item development processProvide assessment expertise in item and test development planning and customer interactionsReview and develop schedules to accommodate multiple tasksFacilitate various client committee meetings (content review, data review, etc.) and provide content expertise during those sessionsInterpret standards to create both test blueprints and item development plansDevelop item and test specifications documentsDevelop and provide training and feedback to item writers based on established standards, cognitive complexity, and best practices for item developmentSelect, assign, and manage subcontracted item and content developmentLead, develop, and review math test items and scoring materials, including selected-response, technology-enhanced, and constructed response items for various types of assessmentsWork as a member of a team to develop, review, and revise ancillary materialsClassify test items according to pre-specified content dimensions and ensure the accuracy of item content-coding, keying, and item validationsProvide source references and copyright research, if neededFacilitate activities related to test construction and review of composed test formsWork closely with test development managers, other content developers, psychometricians, and other Pearson groupsConsult with the client as required, including participation in planning, status, review meetings, etc.Some travel may be requiredPerform other duties as assignedThe anticipated starting salary range for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position is at least $70k. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at: https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/ .Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.QualificationsBachelor's degree in education, mathematics or equivalent degree requiredAt least five years' teaching experience in the field of mathematics requiredAt least three years' experience in large-scale educational measurementProfessional knowledge of mathematics requiredOutstanding oral and written communication skillsExperience leading assessment programsGeneral knowledge of all phases of the development, processing, scoring, and reporting of large-scale assessmentsSkill in identifying problems and providing solutions to a variety of audiences required---Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills and ability to coordinate multiple activities and adapt to unexpected events requiredSkill in evaluating and providing input on project schedules and process documents requiredBroad knowledge of common software programs, strong technology skills, and the confidence necessary to work with unfamiliar programs requiredJob: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTOrganization: Assessment & Qualifications

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