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Academic Support Testing Proctor Job Requisition ID: JR0000000607 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $16.00/HR ANNOUNCEMENT: Academic Support Testing ...

Conducting psychological and academic testing per student evaluation plans. * Interpreting data and preparing detailed, compliant reports. * Participating in Individualized Education Program (IEP ...

$15/hr

At least one year of experience working at an academic testing center Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must be a self-starter who takes accountability for performance while requiring minimal ...

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How much do academic testing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for academic testing in the United States is $59,902.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is academic testing?

An Academic Testing job involves administering, coordinating, and overseeing exams to ensure fair and secure testing conditions. Responsibilities may include scheduling tests, proctoring exams, maintaining testing materials, and enforcing academic integrity policies. Professionals in this role may work in schools, universities, or testing centers to support students and faculty. Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills are essential for success in this field.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in academic testing?

Professionals in Academic Testing are commonly responsible for administering standardized tests, ensuring compliance with testing protocols, and accurately recording student scores. You may also troubleshoot technical issues with testing software, communicate procedures and guidelines to students, and maintain test security throughout each session. Collaboration is often required with educators, administrative staff, and sometimes parents or students to coordinate scheduling and accommodations. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain a calm, supportive environment for test-takers. Being detail-oriented and responsive helps ensure testing integrity and a positive experience for all participants.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in academic testing, and why are they important?

To thrive in Academic Testing, you need a solid background in educational assessment, data analysis, and knowledge of academic standards, often supported by a degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with test administration platforms, online proctoring systems, and various standardized testing tools is usually required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication are critical soft skills for this position. These competencies ensure accurate test administration, integrity of results, and smooth coordination with students, faculty, and stakeholders.

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Infographic showing various Academic Testing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,902 per year, or $28.8 per hour.

Educational Diagnostician

Albuquerque, NM โ€ข On-site

Albuquerque School of Excellence
Elementary and Secondary Schoolsย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees

$53K - $68K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Educational Diagnostician at both ASE East and West Campuses (based on student workload)

Purpose: To provide expertise on learning disabilities, teaching methods, and academic testing requirements. To diagnose learning delays, and find strategies to customize educational plans for students, monitoring the students' progress to see if the plan is working, and finding relevant accommodations such as extra time on standardized tests allowed under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Primary Responsibilities:ย 

  • Provide thorough assessments, interventions, and monitoring of students struggling in school, with input from Teachers, Parents, Students, and medical professionals.
  • Performs formal assessments, such as written, oral, and hands-on problem-solving tests, with students who are struggling.
  • Observes students in class to see their work style, behavior patterns, and reactions to teachers and other students
  • Presents their findings in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. In these meetings, share their findings and plans for students with teachers, school administrators, and parents.
  • Provide special education services if other specialists are not available, such as speech and language services and other adapted educational methods.
  • Support the school's Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) program, and exemplify the ASE core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Empathy (RISE).

Required Skills:

  • Curiosity about learning and teaching
  • A desire to help students with special needs
  • The ability to guide and facilitate delicate conversations between students, parents, and school administrators
  • Knowledge of diagnostic criteria for many different learning disabilities and delays
  • Knowledge of many different teaching methods which may help different students
  • Knowledge of academic testing, how to obtain accommodations such as extra time for students diagnosed with learning disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree program approved by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council or the Council for the Accreditation of Educators Preparation
  • Master's degree in Special Education or Special Education Interventions
  • NMPED licensure as an Educational Diagnostician
  • Certified through the National Certification of Educational Diagnosticians

FLSA: Exempt, paid using the Teacher Salary Schedule based on licensure level, education, and experience; work schedule based on School Calendar (189 days per year).