What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Testing Coordinator - Program Evaluation Services (2026-2027) position at Prosper ISD?
Salary: $85,465/Days: 224
Primary Purpose:
To facilitate the implementation of the state and local assessment program, including the coordination of training, materials, district-level support, and investigations. To ensure the security of state assessment materials and results. Collaborate with district staff and outside personnel to formulate, develop, implement, and evaluate assessment programs.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree in education field from accredited university, preferred
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Two years of successful teaching
Two years of successful experience with state assessment programs at the district or campus level; secondary assessment experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Assessment Program Management
1. Assure accurate national, state, and local assessment administration occurs with fidelity to all statutes and mandates.
2. Create and maintain systems for ensuring campus compliance with testing regulations.
3. Stay current on testing policies and regulations.
4. Provide engaging professional learning for campus level testing coordinators to ensure they fully understand so that all regulations are followed.
5. Coordinate and order materials, provide training, and maintain confidentiality and test security for the federal and state assessment programs.
6. Ensure data integrity as related to district and state testing and accountability systems.
7. Train staff on procedures and guidelines of the Texas State Assessment Program.
8. Work with the Assessment Director to assist principals and other building administrators with the interpretation and distribution of all assessment results.
9. Work with the EL Coordinator to monitor training of TELPAS Raters and maintain certification records.
10. Monitor training of STAAR-Alt teacher participants, maintain certification records, and monitor progress of teachers on STAAR-Alt instrument.
11. Assist with the College Readiness Testing.
12. Ensure data integrity as related to state and federal testing systems, including transmission of student registration files, receipt of student result data files, and transferring assessment result files to appropriate data systems.
13. Train campus testing coordinators and district staff on procedures and guidelines of the Texas State Assessment Program, including materials management, confidentiality, and test security.
14. Collaborate with other departments in order to ensure the successful implementation of the state assessment program for specialized student groups (e.g., EL, SPED, 504, etc.) that may require accommodations, modifications, etc.
15. Maintain processes for state and federal testing irregularity and incident reporting that include investigations as warranted and/or directed by district, state, or federal officials.
16. Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student performance data, to examine curriculum and instructional program effectiveness to improve student performance.
Assessment Program Management-Attitudes, Beliefs, and Behaviors
17. Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing deadlines and the nature of assignments.
18. Create and implement systems and safeguards with fidelity while showing initiative in seeking solutions to problems.
19. Initiate and sustain partnerships with campus leaders and project credibility with students, staff, and the community.
20. Demonstrate leadership and the ability to work well with individuals, staff members, and parents.
21. Champion teamwork and cooperation through building an environment of trust.
Communication
22. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Professional Growth and Development
23. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills and knowledge.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
none
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; routine statewide travel; some late hours
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; coordinate multi-tasks; maintain emotional control under stress; maintain confidentiality as required by FERPA