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 Test Coordinator

FLSA Status:   Exempt Created: 3/5/2024

Safety Sensitive: NO Last Revised: 

DEFINITION:  is the school principal or a licensed  individual appointed by the school principal and refers to the person who represents the  school on all matters of testing.

Although school principals may delegate testing responsibilities to a school test  coordinator, the school principal assumes final responsibility for the proper training and  administration of all state-mandated testing. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Performance of these functions is the primary role of this position.  Assigned job tasks/duties are not limited to the essential functions).  

• Assisting the school principal by serving as a liaison between the school and the  district test director
• Assisting the school principal in the development of school test administration  procedures
• Assisting the school principal in providing annual training for school officials involved  in test administration
• Assisting the school principal in organizing the test schedule
• Assisting the school principal/test Director in the dissemination and collection of test materials
• Assisting the school principal in assigning school officials to administer or proctor the  assessments
• Administering the assessment to an assigned group of students in accordance with all  test security and test administration procedures
• Assuming primary responsibility for the verification of the identity and eligibility of each  student participating in the assessment (in accordance with procedures outlined in the  district test security plan)
• Assuming primary responsibility for the dissemination and collection of each student's  test materials
• Assuming primary responsibility for the supervision of students during their  participation in the assessment
• Ensuring that students are taking the assessment in accordance with test security and  test administration procedures
• Following up on unusual behavior or activity on the part of the students
• Assuming primary responsibility for ensuring that applicable time limits are being  adhered to  

QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT: 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (KSAs are the attributes required to perform a job; generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or training.) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. To be highly qualified for this position the applicant must be able to perform secondary functions satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Applicants must be able to withstand the State of Nevada law enforcement background check.

Knowledge of:

• NDE Testing Terms & Definitions
• NDE reporting and investigation of test irregularities
• State & Federal testing types (WIDA, MAPS, SBAC, ELA, NWEA, CTE etc.)
• Testing windows rules, regulations and submission processes
• Different computer programs necessary for testing

Skill to:

• Exhibit high personal motivation, energy, and enthusiasm; set high performance standards of self and others.
• Motivate others and design activities to assist others in meeting organizational goals and

demonstrate skills in facilitation of groups to accomplish tasks and to make decisions.

• Foster an environment that focuses on quality results while motivating, developing, and supporting a diverse staff, encouraging continuous improvement, and working effectively as a member of a diverse team.
• Follow oral and written instructions

Ability to

• Work collaboratively and positively with a variety of staff and administrators while assisting them to use data to improve student learning.
• Demonstrate respect for diverse students and staff populations.
• Be receptive to new ideas and change, and commit to personal and professional development.
• Work collaboratively with staff - Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Effectively communicate orally & in writing
• Exercise independence, judgment and problem solving skills
• Possess a sense of vision and project that sense, involving others in accomplishing goals and solving problems, and interacting with diverse groups successfully.
• Maintain confidentiality of privileged and/or sensitive information

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:  Must possess or be able to acquire a Nevada teaching license or a Nevada Substitute License  issued by the Nevada Department of Education. 

Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  A typical way to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is:

• To have provided the duties of a school coordinator for at least two years.
• Verifiable experience as a testing coordinator will be considered in lieu of a license under the direct supervision of the testing director and site principal
• Experience completing the assigned duties for at least two years.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Strength, dexterity, and coordination to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.  Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods of time.  Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of files, stacks of paper or reports, references, and other materials.  Some reaching for items above and below desk level.  Some reaching, bending, squatting, and stooping to access files and records is necessary.  The manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate a personal computer using word processing and databases.  The ability to interact professionally, communicate effectively, and exchange information accurately with all internal and external customers.  Light lifting (up to 25 pounds) is occasionally required.   

In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.  Incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

WORKING CONDITION:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed under the following conditions: 

Exposure to climate controlled classroom settings with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat.  May involve work in crowded environments.  

Hazards: Classroom furniture/office equipment, communicable diseases