Testing Coordinator - IDEA Edinburg Academy (Immediate Opening)

About the Role

Through the work of the Testing Coordinator, teachers and leaders can feel confident in the data-driven decisions they are making. These decisions help IDEA Public Schools achieve the goal of supporting 100% of scholars as they proceed to and through college. Testing Coordinators support this work by ensuring that 100% of students take all appropriate tests in an environment conducive to standardized testing. TCs also work with campus partners to ensure that students take all eligible tests with approved accommodations. When this work is executed successfully, the leadership team can focus on both the social-emotional support of students as well as family engagement.

What We Offer

Compensation for this role is set at an hourly rate ranging between $19.50 for 0 years of experience and $24.46. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.

• Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their tenure with the organization and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost.
• Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan.
• IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma; 48+ College Credit hours preferred
• Experience: Educational experience preferred, but testing experience valued; Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PPT, etc.) preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Superior organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing
• Ability to solve problems in the moment
• Ability to lead others through influence to meet timelines and achieve goals
• Open to feedback to improve work

Responsibilities

• Ensure 100% of students have high-quality testing environments for district, state, and national tests.
• Attend 100% of scheduled trainings with the national Assessment Team.
• Create and communicate the campus testing plan for every assessment administration.
• Coordinate with campus IT technician to ensure all computers are updated and ready for online testing.
• Prepare 100% of testing bins 72 hours in advance, including small group testing and supplemental materials.
• Audit accommodation and supplemental materials with special population point persons.
• Process and manage state assessment materials following district guidelines.
• Lead campus testing training and oversee testing sessions to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Monitor online testing systems and ensure 100% of students are tested with approved accommodations.
• Investigate irregularities and report incidents to the National Assessment Team.
• Ensure 98% completion rates of all assessments by stated deadlines.

About IDEA Public Schools

At IDEA Public Schools, we believe each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA has grown from a small school with 150 students to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools in the United States. IDEA serves nearly 80,000 college-bound students in 137 schools across Texas, Florida, and Ohio, and is on-track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college.