EL Tester - 10 Month

Job Title:

EL Tester

Department:

Instructional Services

Reports to:

District Testing Coordinator

Effective Date:

Sept. 14, 2023

Salary Grade:

X

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Job Summary:

To coordinate and implement the Arizona English Language Learner Assessment (AZELLA), a state-mandated, standards-based assessment that meets both state and federal requirements to measure students’ English language proficiency.

Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinate the administration of the AZELLA Placement and Spring Reassessment mandated testing.
• Check in testing candidates, verify identification, explain testing procedures, and proctor/invigilate candidates while testing.
• Maintain an accurate list of all students identified for testing through the Home Language Survey.
• Communicate (verbal and written) testing information to administrators, testing staff, teachers, and parents.
• Assists campus administrators and staff with questions relating to the EL program.
• Verify accuracy of test data and prepare reports for uploading student results to Synergy.
• Learn about the AZELLA administration via the PearsonAccess Next (PAN) system and attend all scheduled training required by the State.
• Work in the AZELLA PAN and ADE online portals for data retrieval and entry.
• Work with Special Programs to identify students with testing modifications.
• Monitors school files and maintains communication with school EL teams regarding mandated requirements and documentation to meet state and federal guidelines.
• Resolve and troubleshoot any testing issues.
• Provide a secure exam delivery and comply with all testing procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned, to ensure efficient and effective testing practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required (Education & Experience)

• High School education or equivalent required.
• One year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in software applications (Microsoft Office, Google Drive, etc.)
• Proficiency and accuracy in typing.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines with accurate attention to detail while working with frequent interruptions and minimum supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with parents, district personnel of all levels and outside agencies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to learn quickly and grasp new concepts.
• Successful completion of paraprofessional exam or 60 hours post-graduation education preferred.

Preferred

• Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Synergy preferred.
• Knowledge of AZELLA Administration and state requirements helpful.
• Experience proctoring or invigilating exams is highly preferred.
• Records management experience preferred.
Prior experience in the educational field is preferred.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Current Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required
• Must have authorization to work in the United States