Test Development Specialist, English Language Arts...

Test Development Specialists for English Language Arts support all steps in the development of statewide testing programs, including the development of content-specific assessment passages and items, item specifications, test blueprints, and ancillary materials. They also support the development of statewide testing programs by facilitating committee reviews, including bias reviews, item-data reviews, standard settings, and alignment studies. They work directly with Senior Test Development Specialists, Managers, and Directors of Test Development to help plan and organize the flow of work for assigned assessment items or sections of projects. As needed, they assign tasks to support staff, including freelance contractors, passage and item writers, item-development coordinators, and/or other project team members. They may also work directly with content-area counterparts in state departments of education with the expectation of building strong, client-focused relationships.

Position Responsibilities

Works directly with Senior Test Development Specialists, Project Leads, Managers, and Directors to deliver on time all assigned items, tests, and/or other assigned step in the item and test development process, including, but not limited to, the following:

Developing domain-specific item development plans

Developing domain-specific specifications and domain-specific test blueprints

Developing domain-specific item specifications and passage specifications, as required

Developing domain-specific style guides

Developing domain-specific item writer training manuals, including bias and universal design manuals

Facilitating item writer workshops for a given domain or assigned project

Writing, reviewing, revising, and editing items for a given domain and/or assigned project

Developing scoring guidelines and rubrics for constructed-response and performance assessments and supporting range-finding activities for a given domain or assigned project

Developing forms (including all steps in the forms construction process for pilot, field test, and operational) for a given domain and/or assigned test

Supporting the development of test ancillaries for a given domain (test directions, practice tests, etc.)

Provide support for the final review process for assigned items and/or other items and tests, including ancillaries

Provide support for the final sign-off of printers’ proofs and/or other steps requiring test development sign-off, including directory of test specifications as needed for a given domain or assigned project

As needed, provide support for the facilitation of state committee reviews, including content item and bias reviews, alignment studies, and standard-settings

Other duties as assigned

This position will be based in our Maple Grove, MN headquarters, although hybrid and/or remote candidates will be considered.

BS in education or related field, MS in education or related field preferred

Minimum of three years of teaching experience in English Language Arts at the elementary, middle school or high school level or related experience

In-depth knowledge of English Language Arts, including curriculum and instruction

General knowledge of assessment trends and test publishing industry standards

Knowledge of teaching “best practices” in English Language Arts

Experience working with special populations is a plus, e.g., English language learners or special education

Experience working in teams

Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Ability to solve problems and find solutions to complex issues when writing, reviewing, and/or revising items and/or constructing test forms

Ability to adjust to changing circumstances and direction as required

Willingness to travel for periods lasting up to one week

Preferred

Knowledge of national and state-specific curriculum standards

Experience in writing and editing test items

Experience in constructing test forms

Basic computer skills

Essential Job Functions

Report to work promptly when scheduled

Be able to work under supervision and accept feedback

Relate effectively and work respectfully with diverse work groups

Ability to consistently perform well during times of increased workload

Set and meet deadlines, High School Diploma or Equivalent

DRC offers a comprehensive benefits program that allows employees to make choices that best meet their current and future needs. We offer many benefits, including medical, wellness, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability insurance, and life insurance. DRC also offers a generous paid time off policy and community service leave.

Data Recognition Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

The salary range is a guideline. Compensation will be based on skills, knowledge, and experience.

Data Recognition Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Minimum Education Required

DRC is one of the largest educational assessment and curriculum/instruction companies in the industry.