Job Goal: Somerville Center for Adult Learning Experiences seeks a part-time evening Assessor for its English Language Learner and Adult Basic Education departments.   Assessors implement DESE ACLS standard formal online, academic performance assessment Tests including but not limited to MAPT, TABE, BEST Plus, Accuplacer that assess language proficiency, reading, writing, math, and readiness of participants in post-secondary education and work contexts. Assessors may work remotely to administer face-to-face, remote, and/or computer-based adult education standards and the language proficiency of adult English language learners in the United States. Assessors report directly to the ELL and ABE Program Administrators.

 

Coordinate assessment and identification of Adult Education Learners and determine appropriate placement and student’s academic progress. Communicate with students, program administrators, data clerk, school personnel, and the Director of Continuing Education about assessment and placement. Maintain data, forms, and appropriate DESE ACLS reporting related to new and returning student enrollment. 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Guidance, Literacy, Linguistics or related field preferred
• Computer literacy; familiarity with data management and student information systems, google docs and forms
• Experience in teaching and assessing English language learners or literacy recommended
• Must provide evidence of current MAPT, TABE, and/or BEST PLUS certification/recertification status. 
• A strong command of the English language 
• Oral and aural fluency in Haitian Creole, Spanish, or Portuguese preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to effectively collaborate with students, teachers, and SCALE administrators.
• Excellent organizational, time management, oral and written communication skills in English
• Must be collaborative and committed to continuous improvement. 

 

Professional Abilities

• Professionalism in all areas of practice and all interactions with students and staff
• Commitment to the mission of SCALE
• Proven history of successful collaboration
• Flexible & adaptable
• Possess and model high standards for self and student work
• Set rigorous goals focused on instruction, assessment, and professional learning
• Solutions-based approach to dealing with identified needs, problems and or conflict
• Willingness to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced classroom/school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges
• Commitment to embrace the ideals of diversity and inclusiveness

 

Responsibilities:

• The Assessors work collaboratively with Advisors, teachers, and department Program Administrators to schedule, score, examine, and record assessment outcomes.  
• Assessors will electronically document and facilitate the calibration of students’ test scores.   
• Assessors are required to assess in -depth knowledge of English Language grammar, including an understanding of terms such as subordination, additive detail, emerging complexity, and so forth.
• Administers all Diagnostic and Assessment Instruments. 
• Scores and evaluates writing submissions, oral, portfolios, and assessment items. 
• Meet with adult learners as necessary to resolve testing challenges/conflicts. 
• Responds to telephone inquiries and scheduling confirmations. 
• Conducts student and staff check-ins after appropriate generalized assessment tasks. 
• Maintain DESE and SPS required files and client records as directed. 
• Schedule student appointments
• Documents testing activities and document workflow challenges. 
• Collaborate with all SCALE staff to support all SCALE learners 

 

Terms of Employment:

• Part Time / Grant Funded
• 9/1/2024 - 9/30/2025
• 3 evenings per week
• 9 hours per week
• Union position

 

Salary:  Salary and benefits in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. (If applicable, please attach school transcripts with application)

 

Reports to: Director of Continuing Education or Designee

 

The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.