What are the responsibilities and job description for the Language Testing Assistant (Temporary) position at Anaheim Union High School District?
THE POSITION:
Community: World-famous attractions
District: Award-winning schools
Health Benefits: 100% employer contribution towards employee and family premiums
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of the Language Assessment Center Coordinator, perform a variety of English and target language testing as required by State law and District regulations; enter and aggregate computerized data in assigned student data base; administer a variety of oral and written student placement assessments.
District: Award-winning schools
Health Benefits: 100% employer contribution towards employee and family premiums
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of the Language Assessment Center Coordinator, perform a variety of English and target language testing as required by State law and District regulations; enter and aggregate computerized data in assigned student data base; administer a variety of oral and written student placement assessments.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level course work in a designated second language.
EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience as a bilingual classroom aide including experience working with computers.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License. Evidence of adequate insurance for a motor vehicle which meets the California legal liability insurance requirement and continue to maintain insurability. Use of an automobile.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Operation of a computer, student information system and assigned software.
Available primary language tests.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Data entry techniques.
Principles and practices of record retrieval and record-keeping.
Principles and procedures related to data aggregation.
Graphing and statistical reporting formats.
Knowledge Of Cont.:
Correct oral and written usage of English and a designated second language.
Basic math.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
ABILITY TO:
Operate a computer, student information system and assigned software.
Read, write, translate and interpret English and a designated second language.
Assess students' basic oral communication skills and cognitive academic linguistic proficiencies in reading, language, science and math in English and the target primary language.
Access a variety of reports and print out student information from the student information system.
Maintain an accurate, complex and comprehensive data base for several sites.
Manipulate data in a variety of ways to produce statistical reports.
Understand the socio-cultural aspects of a language and establish a comparable and appropriate test climate.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Maintain records and files.
Operate a variety of office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employees in this classification stand, walk, sit, stoop, bend, use fingers repetitively, use wrists or hands repetitively in a twisting motion or while applying pressure, use both hands simultaneously; have rapid mental/muscular coordination, speak clearly, hear normal voice conversation, can distinguish shades and have color vision; use a computer and a telephone; drive a vehicle.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Employees in this classification work inside exclusively, in confined spaces, with exposure to minor contagious illnesses (colds, flu, etc.), exposure to severe contagious illnesses or disease (tuberculosis, measles, mumps, chicken pox, hepatitis, etc.), in direct contact with the public, students, and District staff, and with a high volume of work and tight deadlines.
EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level course work in a designated second language.
EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience as a bilingual classroom aide including experience working with computers.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License. Evidence of adequate insurance for a motor vehicle which meets the California legal liability insurance requirement and continue to maintain insurability. Use of an automobile.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Operation of a computer, student information system and assigned software.
Available primary language tests.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Data entry techniques.
Principles and practices of record retrieval and record-keeping.
Principles and procedures related to data aggregation.
Graphing and statistical reporting formats.
Knowledge Of Cont.:
Correct oral and written usage of English and a designated second language.
Basic math.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
ABILITY TO:
Operate a computer, student information system and assigned software.
Read, write, translate and interpret English and a designated second language.
Assess students' basic oral communication skills and cognitive academic linguistic proficiencies in reading, language, science and math in English and the target primary language.
Access a variety of reports and print out student information from the student information system.
Maintain an accurate, complex and comprehensive data base for several sites.
Manipulate data in a variety of ways to produce statistical reports.
Understand the socio-cultural aspects of a language and establish a comparable and appropriate test climate.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Maintain records and files.
Operate a variety of office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employees in this classification stand, walk, sit, stoop, bend, use fingers repetitively, use wrists or hands repetitively in a twisting motion or while applying pressure, use both hands simultaneously; have rapid mental/muscular coordination, speak clearly, hear normal voice conversation, can distinguish shades and have color vision; use a computer and a telephone; drive a vehicle.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Employees in this classification work inside exclusively, in confined spaces, with exposure to minor contagious illnesses (colds, flu, etc.), exposure to severe contagious illnesses or disease (tuberculosis, measles, mumps, chicken pox, hepatitis, etc.), in direct contact with the public, students, and District staff, and with a high volume of work and tight deadlines.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification, and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential duties of the job.
GENERAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES
LANGUAGE TESTING:
Administer a variety of oral and written student placement assessments including English and primary language and special education academic tests; evaluate test results and recommend grade and class schedule placement; interview students and parents in their primary language to obtain educational background information to assist in determining appropriate educational placement; inform students and parents who have a primary language other than English of English Learner (EL) program, general school and District information and availability of local community services; communicate with administrators, staff, students and parents to coordinate activities and exchange information; prepare and package testing materials; maintain student folders; complete and file required forms and documentation.
ELECTRONIC DATA MAINTENANCE:
Enter and aggregate test results and data in assigned student data base; summarize data for statistical placement reports for distribution to State, District and school administration; read and interpret data printouts from student information system; operate a computer and various office equipment including, but not limited to PCs, scanners, fax machine, calculator and copier; perform related duties as assigned.
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.
GENERAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES
LANGUAGE TESTING:
Administer a variety of oral and written student placement assessments including English and primary language and special education academic tests; evaluate test results and recommend grade and class schedule placement; interview students and parents in their primary language to obtain educational background information to assist in determining appropriate educational placement; inform students and parents who have a primary language other than English of English Learner (EL) program, general school and District information and availability of local community services; communicate with administrators, staff, students and parents to coordinate activities and exchange information; prepare and package testing materials; maintain student folders; complete and file required forms and documentation.
ELECTRONIC DATA MAINTENANCE:
Enter and aggregate test results and data in assigned student data base; summarize data for statistical placement reports for distribution to State, District and school administration; read and interpret data printouts from student information system; operate a computer and various office equipment including, but not limited to PCs, scanners, fax machine, calculator and copier; perform related duties as assigned.
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.