26.3612, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics: Language Testing Specialist, Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL)

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Subject: 26.3612, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics: Language Testing Specialist, Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL)

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Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2015 14:42:46
From:  CAL Human Resources [jobs at cal.org]
Subject: English; Applied Linguistics: Language Testing Specialist, Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL), District of Columbia, USA

 University or Organization: Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) 
Job Location: District of Columbia, USA 
Job Title: Language Testing Specialist
Job Rank: Other; Test Developer, Testing Specialist

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

Description of Duties

Develop test items for a large-scale English language assessment for K-12 English language learners (ELLs) that is computer-delivered, focused on grades 9-12. 

Primary Responsibilities

1. Evaluate, review and write test materials and documents, including providing feedback to team members on test item development.
2. Review and revise items for accuracy and appropriateness.
3. Communicate and collaborate within and across teams throughout the test development process.
4. Adhere to quality control procedures for print and computer-delivered items.
5. Prepare and maintain files and records (summary reports, electronic notes, spreadsheets, etc.).
6. Write and revise test item specifications.
7. Assist with internal and external reviews.
8. Write and refine graphics descriptions to support student comprehension in test items.
9. Evaluate and track changes to graphics for content accuracy and grade-level appropriateness.
10. Coordinate item development tasks of external consultants to ensure timely delivery of test items.
11. Maintain test item database.
12. Organize and execute answer key checks.
13. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field and five years of related experience or Master’s degree with at least two years of related experience are required.

Desired Qualifications

- Experience working with elementary and/or middle school level ELLs.
- Experience teaching academic content and/or English as a second language for elementary students.
- Experience developing tests (especially computer-based or language tests).
- Familiarity with ACCESS for ELLs® or other WIDA Consortium assessments.
- Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a fast-paced team environment.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent organization, planning, and time management. 
- Excellent oral and interpersonal communication. 
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Knowledge of Adobe CS6 InDesign and Microsoft Office software.

If interested, send resume and cover letter

Electronically to the application email below
Attn: Recruitment 15-16 Language Testing Specialist

or

By mail to the address below.


Application Deadline: 08-Sep-2015 
	ATTN: Human Resources, Recruitment 15-16 
	Center for Applied Linguistics 
	4646 40th Street NW 
	DC 20016-1859 
	USA  
Email Address for Applications: jobs at cal.org 
Contact Information
	CAL Human Resources 
	Email: jobs at cal.org



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