Position Type:
Support Staff/Assessment Technician

Date Posted:
5/18/2021

Location:
Harding Center

Closing Date:
Open until filled


Assessment Technician

Hours: 4 hours per day (part-time)
FLSA Status: Non-exempt (Classified)
Contract Status: Regular/Probationary
Start Date: August 31, 2021
Calendar: 181 Work Days
Rate: $17.45 per hour with benefits (note: this is the 2020-21 salary rate, 2021-22 salary TBD)
Retirement Contribution: Corvallis School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. Upon eligibility, the district contributes 6% of an employee's salary to their Individual Account Program (IAP). Eligibility is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position. Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.
Notes: This is a brief description/summary of the position. Please see attached to view the full job description.This position is open until filled with earliest review of applications on June 1, 2021.

Purpose: Coordinates testing and assessment processes for a school. Works with District Assessment Coordinator and building administrators to facilitate school-based trainings on assessment protocols and use of assessment software.

Essential Duties and Responsibilites:

• Plans, coordinates and oversees a variety of testing programs and processes, including scheduling, preparing, administering and overseeing the testing process and ensuring fairness of process and confidentiality.Keeps accurate records to ensure all students have been tested. Schedules and administers retesting of students.Collects, enters, and manages assessment data obtained from different assessment testing tools.Provides assessment reports to administration, district assessment coordinator, and teachers.Works independently and receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. Knows and follows all established operating procedures and policies for testing.Tracks and documents accommodations or modifications for (IEP) students during testing as required by ODE.Manages student behavior effectively in accordance with the building behavior policy.Maintains high standards and expectations for students in a manner that encourages independent learning and personal growth.Supervises students outside the classroom, as assigned, to support the district/building's discipline and instructional program.Within specialized areas of assignment, exercises independent judgment to resolve issues and respond to requests for assistance.Provides clerical and assessment support to the school TAG identification team.Provides other related services as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. To view the full job description, please see the attached document.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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.

• An associate's (or higher) degree, two years post secondary study (72 quarter or 48 semester credits), or a passing score on a district approved assessment.Demonstrated strong software technology skills.Ability to adapt to varied and changing assessment-related software.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to formulate and implement ideas for program improvement.Ability to collect, record, store, retrieve, assimilate, organize, and utilize information and records efficiently.Ability to understand and implement the school/program's student discipline policy and manage student behavior effectively.Ability to understand and implement the school/program's instructional goals and carry out work assignments in a manner that supports those goals.Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with individuals and groups of all ages.Demonstrated ability to develop, organize and carry out work assignments, and to plan and direct the work of students and others associated with the program.Ability to effectively perform multiple, simultaneous tasks with numerous interruptions.Proficient in use of classroom/program equipment and technology.Ability to obtain specialized training as required.Ability to travel among district facilities as needed; if driving, the ability to meet district driving standards.Standard First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within two months of hire, may be required.

Attachment(s):

• Assessment Technician Job Description