Job Information
University of Kansas Test Development Specialist, Math in Lawrence, Kansas
28805BR
Job Title:
Test Development Specialist, Math
Department:
Achievement & Assessment Inst
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
85%: Assist with test development efforts across a cyclical, end-to-end process. Activities may include
Create, review, and refine items to meet high standards of alignment and quality, in accordance with internal and external deadlines.
Help with the development of construct definitions and task models grounded in Evidence Centered Design.
Help resolve external reviewer and client feedback on test items and test forms.
Assist with test construction activities.
Facilitate discussions of item content with external experts under the mentorship of senior test development professionals and a test development manager.
Assist with training item writers to bolster a shared understanding of the target testing populations and interpretations of curricular standards.
10%: Assist with document preparation and organization relevant to test development processes for technical and non-technical audiences. Activities may include:
Contribute to the drafting of training and onboarding plans for both staff and external contributors.
Document approaches, processes and lessons learned in real time.
Draft portions of technical reports, non-technical reports, and instructional supports.
5% Other duties as assigned.
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
28805BR
Disclaimer:
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Work Schedule:
M-F; 8-5
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Conditions of Employment:
Contingent on Funding
Contact Information to Applicants:
ATLAS HR, ATLASHR@ku.edu
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in mathematics, education, or related field.
At least one year of experience applying knowledge of the next generation curricular standards to instruction, curriculum, or assessment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English as evidenced by application materials and interview.
At least one year of experience using technology including Microsoft Office products, Skype, Zoom, and/or other we-based systems as evidenced in application materials.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$57,000; commensurate with experience
FTE:
1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate degree in mathematics, education, or related field.
At least one year of teaching and/or assessment experience with students with special needs.
At least one year of experience with content management systems or quality control procedures.
Position Overview:
Accessible Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Systems (ATLAS), a research center at the University of Kansas (KU), is seeking a test development specialist for our mathematics team. The test development specialist will support the production of operational, standards-based assessments by participating in test development efforts, from initial writing to final operational test form construction. The test development specialist will primarily focus on ensuring that mathematics assessment items support valid interpretations of test scores, adhere to industry best practices, and appropriately elicit observable evidence of targeted cognition for both general populations and for students with the most severe cognitive disabilities.
Successful applicants will demonstrate deep and thorough expertise with the next generation mathematics standards and will be familiar with a range of either classroom approaches and/or standardized assessment approaches to collecting evidence of student mastery of curricular standards. ATLAS applies principles of Evidence Centered Design (ECD) to its test design and development processes, and therefore familiarity and expertise in these principles in an assessment context is a plus.
ATLAS promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students, with a focus on students with disabilities and struggling learners. ATLAS creates technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous. Dynamic research on skill development, assessment design, and teacher professional development informs the center’s map-based learning systems.
With a varied portfolio of grant-funded research projects and operational alternate assessments, ATLAS is a leader in educational research and innovation. ATLAS drives progress through partnerships and collaborations with organizations that share its focus and commitment.
ATLAS is committed to creating policies and practices that foster a culture in which all employees feel they belong and can succeed.
Visit the ATLAS website (https://atlas.ku.edu/) to learn how the center improves the learning landscape for all students.
KU employees have great benefits!
176 hours of paid vacation per year
72 hours of sick leave per year
10 paid holidays
Medical and dental insurance
Retirement program
Life and disability insurance
Educational and professional development opportunities
Visit the KU benefits website (https://humanresources.ku.edu/benefits) for more information.
KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Application Review Begins:
31-Aug-2024
Anticipated Start Date:
30-Sep-2024
Additional Candidate Instruction:
A complete application includes:
Online application
CV or resume
Cover letter detailing your professional experiences that align with the required and preferred qualifications.
Contact information for three professional references.
Qualified candidates will be asked to complete a task. Qualified candidates will receive a document with 4-5 test questions where they are asked to suggest edits and explain why they are making those. The task should take no more than two hours to complete and can be done remotely.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Application deadline is September 14, 2024. For first consideration, please apply before that date.
Job Family:
Research-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
Telework
Position Requirements:
This is a full-time (40 hours/week), unclassified position.
Depending on the centers and team’s needs, well qualified candidates may be allowed a work location that is hybrid or remote.
This position will be required to travel to Lawrence and/or other locations occasionally.
This position will require attendance at regularly scheduled meetings, onsite or through telecommunication platforms.