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Westat is recruiting test proctors for the 2021 National Assessment of Educational Progress, also known as NAEP or The Nation’s Report Card, for the National Center for Education Statistics, which is part of the U.S. Department of Education. We are seeking motivated individuals who are committed to excellence and have experience working in schools with students.
The position involves conducting assessment sessions with 4th- and 8th- grade students using touch-enabled tablets in participating schools in the Santa Fe area. You will work on a team of 2-4 people. This opportunity is ideal for retired educators.
Your duties will include:
Administer assessment sessions using tablets in schools;
Prepare the room and set up equipment;
Check student attendance and read directions aloud to students;
Monitor the assessment sessions using NAEP tablet;
Answer student questions using prepared guidelines;
Collect assessment materials when the assessment is complete;
Ensure quality control is achieved; and
Assist in packing assessment equipment.
Westat provides complete paid training, paid time and mileage reimbursement for local driving to and from schools, weekly paychecks with direct deposit, and opportunities for advancement based on performance.
Qualified applicants must:
Be a US citizen;
Be available to work 20 to 30 hours a week, during daytime hours, when work is available, from January 25 to March 5, 2021; and
Complete required components of training, including an online course to be completed independently, and a two-day in-person meeting during January 2021.
Be willing to complete background check requirements, including an FBI fingerprint check;
Have access to telephone service with a long distance calling feature;
Have access to computer, broadband Internet connection, and personal, private email account;
Have a valid (current) driver’s license that is not under suspension and regular access to an insured, reliable vehicle to travel to and from schools; and
Have a high school diploma or GED.
The following criteria are preferred:
Prior experience working in an educational setting or working with students;
Prior experience working in a team environment;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Strong interpersonal skills;
Basic computer proficiency;
Self-motivated, organized, flexible, and detail-oriented;
Willingness to travel overnight, if necessary; and
Be willing and able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (which included technical equipment) and be able to climb stairs if needed with or without reasonable accommodations.
This opportunity is a part-time, temporary position with limited benefits. The deadline to apply is October 8, 2020.
To apply go to www.WorkNAEP.com or follow this link:https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=82&siteid=5242&jobid=854641#jobDetails=8546415242
Protecting the health and safety of our employees and survey participants is a top priority for Westat. Based on recommendations from the CDC and other public health authorities, we require staff protect and monitor their health while working on their assignment, which may include the use of personal protective equipment, regular testing for COVID-19 or other screening activities.
The data collection window may be extended due to weather or other delays.
Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.
