Position Title: Testing Coordinator (Campus)

Job Title: Testing Coordinator, II

Function: Business Intelligence & Data Analytics

Family: Planning, Evaluation, & Testing

Reports to: Testing, Director Pay Grade: E17

Terms of • 187 days per year. FLSA Classification: Exempt

Employment: • Non-Chapter 21 employment agreement.

• Salary is in the pay grade E17 on the Exempt

SAISD Compensation Plan.

• Entry salary is at $56,474.00 with consideration

for directly related experience.

Funding
This position is locally funded.

Source:

Job Scope

Uses some independent judgement and familiarity with the field to perform work. May provide input into the

development of policies and procedures. May be responsible for the administration of moderate complexity

departmental programs.

Position Summary

Responsible for the development and overall execution of policies and procedures related to the administration

and security of Districtwide State and local testing programs. The District Testing Coordinator will act as the liaison

between SAISD Director of Testing and partnering assessment vendors. Develop and facilitate all training sessions

and materials for the professional development of all district campus and leadership. Ensure trainings and

expectations comply with federal, state, local, and district policies, rules, and regulations

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Verify, collect, and distribute materials for all state mandated assessments; ensure campus testing are in

compliance and adhere to district procedures.

2. Investigate and prepare reports for reported testing irregularities using some independent judgement.

Provide documentation to aid in the development of actions plan in response to test administration.

3. Collaborate with principals and teachers to meet the instructional needs of students and apply best

practices; interprets testing procedures and regulations for campus personnel.

4. Serves as a liaison between campuses and senior level coordinators for proper implementation of
assessment guidelines and criteria.

5. Promote the growth and success of the program; ensure services and resources are available to students.

6. Support the district across multiple disciplines to support an integrated design that promotes consistency

in testing and a collaborative approach to assessment. Assist departments with ensuring the

understanding of secure student accessibility features, designated supports, and accommodations to

address individual student needs effectively.

Revised on: 01/22/2022

7. Provide input in assessment planning and handbook development sessions with various departments,

Special Programs, and administrators to assure security and compliance in testing and sustain integrity in

student testing data.

8. Provide input for a continuum of services that consider individual school initiatives.
9. Facilitate training and professional development for district stakeholders. Promotes and ensures

workshops, conferences, and trainings are in alignment with assessment requirements.

10. Participate with campus observations under moderate supervision to provide feedback for improvement.
11. Ensure information is communicated on testing program requirements and any updates or changes to

legislative bills to campus.

12. Provide input for testing budget including systems for on-line assessment, and a tracking/auditing system

on actual money spent.

13. Coordinate transportation and food services for students while testing on campuses; ensures campuses

are informed and any updates are communicated promptly.

14. Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected

for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or 4 years equivalent experience.

• 2+ years’ experience in a testing coordinator or similar role to include:

o Experience with administration, evaluation, and analysis of assessment and accountability data.
o Experience working with special population such as ELL, Special Education, and gifted learners.

• Valid Teaching Certification.

• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee

(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals

utilizing tact and diplomacy.

• Ability to demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations,

commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for a student-centered

environment.

• Understanding of students of poverty, First Generation College, and those students in

the academic middle.

• Demonstrated ability to create opportunities for training and implementation of best

practices for testing.

• Knowledge and understanding of Early Childhood, K-8, high school testing

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with district administrators and school staff.

• Demonstrated ability to convey information regarding assessments TEA and SAISD

requires and the testing process to Campus Testing Coordinators, students, and

their families.

• Demonstrated collaborative skills for creating and adding value in a high stake fast

paced environment.

Revised on: 01/22/2022

• Detail oriented and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (e.g. PowerPoint, Word,

Excel).

• Knowledge and understanding of assessment requirements and compliance.
  

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and

equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional

exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines; frequent sitting,

standing, walking, climbing, balancing, pulling and pushing; reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing,

speaking clearly, visual acuity and prolonged data input; occasional lift/carry light, moderate 15 -44 pounds.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

• Part time staff

It is the policy of San Antonio ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age,

sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or disability in its vocational programs, services or

activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education

Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and SAISD's board policies

DIA, FFH, and FFI.