30.3717, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics: Language Testing Specialist, Center for Applied Linguistics

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Subject: 30.3717, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics: Language Testing Specialist, Center for Applied Linguistics

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Date: Wed, 02 Oct 2019 16:49:12
From: Don Oben [doben at cal.org]
Subject: English; Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics: Language Testing Specialist, Center for Applied Linguistics, District of Columbia, USA

 
University or Organization: Center for Applied Linguistics 
Job Location: District of Columbia, USA 
Web Address: http://www.cal.org/
Job Title: Language Testing Specialist
Job Rank: Item Test Developer; Other

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) is searching for a Language Testing
Specialist (LTS) for the test development team in the Language Assessment
Division. The LTS develops test items and ancillary materials for English
language assessments for K-12 English Language Learners (ELLs).

Essential Duties:
- Evaluate, review and write test materials and documents, including providing
feedback to team members on test item development.
- Review and revise items for accuracy and appropriateness based on internal
and external feedback.
- Write and refine graphics descriptions for new test items.
- Evaluate and track changes to graphics for content accuracy and grade-level
appropriateness.
- Prepare and maintain files and records (summary report, electronic notes,
spreadsheets, etc.).
- Coordinate item development tasks of external consultants to ensure timely
delivery of test items.
- Organize and execute answer key checks and other internal/external reviews
of test items.
- Write and revise test item specifications.
- Communicate and collaborate within and across teams throughout the test
development process.
-. Adhere to quality control procedures for test item development.
-. Assist with internal and external reviews.
-. Maintain test item database.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, in a related
field, with at least two (2) years of relevant experience; OR
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, in a related
field.
- Experience working with K-12 English Language Learners (ELLs), particularly
in the K-5 classroom.
- Experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) in U.S. states and
territories.
- Experience developing English as a Second Language (ESL) for K-12 students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Excellent organization, planning, and time management skills.
- Attention to detail with strong oral and interpersonal communication skills.
- Knowledge of a language other than English preferred.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Adobe InDesign.
- Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a fast-paced team
environment.

If interested in applying, please send résumé and a cover letter to the
application email provided below and reference position number "19-16 Language
Testing Specialist” in subject line.



Application Deadline: 02-Nov-2019 
	  
Email Address for Applications: jobs at cal.org 
Contact Information
	CAL Human Resources 
	Email: jobs at cal.org 


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