Adult ESL Assessment Support

About the role

The part-time position of Assessment Support reports to the Assessment Coordinator to help administer and score DESE-mandated assessments to gather essential data for reporting and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Administer DESE-approved Assessments
• Conduct standardized assessments mandated by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to evaluate students' language proficiency and educational readiness.
• Ensure adherence to DESE testing protocols to maintain the integrity and validity of the assessments.
• Follow Testing Procedures
• Implement established procedures for the Framingham Adult ESL Plus program, ensuring that all assessments are administered consistently and fairly across all classes.
• Stay updated on any changes to testing procedures or regulations to ensure compliance.
• Record Keeping
• Maintain accurate records of all tests administered, including scores and participant information, to support accountability and reporting requirements.
• Submit daily records to the Assessment Coordinator, ensuring timely and organized documentation.
• Collaboration With Staff
• Work closely with the Assessment Coordinator and other educational staff to align assessment practices with program goals and student needs.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss assessment results, student progress, and strategies for improvement.

Requirements

Training and Experience:

• Framingham Public Schools seeks candidates whose background, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of education.
• Training in DESE-mandated testing (TABE, BEST Plus, MAPT) is required, but can be obtained after hiring.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to present information clearly and respond effectively to questions from students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Sound reasoning and problem-solving skills to evaluate information, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and recommend appropriate courses of action.
• Capacity to use professional literature, evidence-based research, and ongoing professional learning to inform instructional and practice decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the community.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects.
• Commitment to performing all duties in compliance with district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies.
• Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in working with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and student records.
• Professionalism and composure in responding to unpredictable or challenging situations.
• Proficiency in using technology and willingness to learn new tools; ability to operate a computer and utilize software, including Google Workspace for Education.
• Willingness to plan, coordinate, and participate in ongoing professional learning, coaching, and staff development.
• Experience in evaluating student skills, interpreting assessment data, and writing clear, concise reports.
• Strong collaborative, instructional, coaching, and leadership skills to support student programming.
• Ability to use data effectively to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
• Knowledge of specialized content areas, relevant laws, and educational procedures.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons that align with district and school goals.
• Proficiency in integrating instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• A proactive, reflective, and solution-focused approach to supporting student growth and success.

Physical Working Conditions

Must be able to move about and traverse throughout the school building.

Must often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time.

Is occasionally required to reach, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Is frequently expected to lift at least 20 lbs (i.e., books, school supplies, etc.).

Must frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and use hand strength to grasp tools.

Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.

Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

Must communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff in person, via email, and on the telephone.

Must be able to see and hear continuously to ensure student safety and provide instruction.

Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.

May be required to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces.

Must interact with students, parents, and staff and meet multiple demands.

While most of the workday is spent inside, must spend time outdoors for recess and special activities.

May be exposed to bodily fluids, disease, or pathogens.

May receive injuries from aggressive students.

May require physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling behavior.