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<h4><a href="http://www.cal.org/about/jobs/14-05-14-06-language-testing-specialist-10-2013.html">http://www.cal.org/about/jobs/14-05-14-06-language-testing-specialist-10-2013.html</a></h4>
<h4>Language Testing Specialist</h4>
<p style="COLOR: rgb(51,51,153)">2 Positions Available</p>
<p><b>CAL Classification: </b>Technical Specialist<br>
<b>Program Area: </b>PreK-12 English Language Proficiency Assessment<br>
<b>Salary: </b>$47,800 - $52,000<br>
<b>Hours Per Week: </b>35 hrs/wk (full time)<br>
<b>Position Available: </b>Immediately</p>
<h5><b>DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:</b></h5>
<p>Develop test items for a large-scale English language assessment for K-12 English language learners (ELLs), with a focus on innovative computer-based test development.</p>
<h5><b>PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></h5>
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<li>Evaluate, review and write test materials and documents, including providing feedback to team members on test item development
</li><li>Communicate and collaborate within and across teams throughout the test development process
</li><li>Conduct defined research in support of computer based ELP test development including conducting cognitive lab interviews and literature reviews
</li><li>Prepare and maintain files and records (summary reports, electronic notes, spreadsheets, etc.)
</li><li>Write and revise test item specifications </li><li>Develop prototypes of test items for computer delivery </li><li>Coordinate internal and external reviews </li><li>Write and refine graphics descriptions to support student comprehension in test items
</li><li>Review graphics for content accuracy and grade-level appropriateness </li><li>Coordinate item development tasks of external consultants to ensure timely delivery of test items
</li><li>Maintain test item database </li><li>Organize and execute answer key checks </li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>
<h5><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></h5>
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<li><b>Education:</b> Bachelor’s degree in related field and five years of related experience or Master’s degree with two years of related experience are required.
</li><li><b>Experience:</b> Successful candidate will have experience working with ELLs and a commitment to improving education. Experience teaching academic content and/or English as a second language for students in U.S. public or private schools is preferred.
Educational background in linguistics and experience developing tests (especially computer-based tests or language tests) is desirable. Familiarity with ACCESS for ELLs® is a plus.</li></ul>
<h5><b>DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></h5>
<p>The preferred candidate will be a self-motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a fast-paced team environment. Excellent skills in the following areas are highly desirable: organization, planning, and time
management; oral and interpersonal communication; writing, editing, and proofreading; and knowledge of and Microsoft Office software.</p>
<p><b>IF INTERESTED, SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER:</b></p>
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<p><b>Mail:</b><br>
Center for Applied Linguistics<br>
4646 40th Street NW<br>
Washington, D.C. 20016-1859<br>
ATTN: Human Resources Coordinator, Recruitment 14-05/06</p>
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<p><b>Electronically:</b><br>
<a href="mailto:jobs@cal.org">jobs@cal.org</a><br>
Attn: Recruitment 14-05/06</p>
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