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Texas Tech University

Jan 21

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Lubbock

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma plus 6 years' experience, Texas Teacher Certification, STAAR knowledge, and skills in Excel, communication, and organization.
  • You will coordinate testing activities, manage STAAR EOC requirements, document scores, assist with registrations, and communicate with students and families while supporting the program director.

Requirements

  • High school plus six years experience in related field. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel spreadsheet, very detail oriented; excellent organizational and communication skills ability to learn and adapt to new assessment and student information systems, and software and hardware changes and updates.
  • Knowledge of Texas public school state assessment requirements.
  • Texas Teacher Certification; three years teaching experience in Texas public schools; experience with state assessments(STAAR) in Texas public schools.
  • Knowledge of the Texas Assessment Management System. Knowledge of test security and confidentiality requirements for STAAR.

Responsibilities

  • Supports the program director by performing administrative duties related to planning, directing and coordinating both the academic and operational activities of the program.
  • Research STAAR EOC history and needs for new Full-time admissions, (requires access to secure Texas Assessment Management System granted by DTC).
  • Contact student/parent upon STAAR EOC course enrollment to provide and discuss test dates, locations, requirements, and scores.
  • Maintain department spreadsheets of Full-time Students’ STAAR EOC, TAKS, or TAAS graduation requirements.
  • Assist DTC with secure STAAR materials receiving, storage, shipping, and participate in annual district testing coordinator training, TEA TETNs, and ETS webinars regarding STAAR.
  • Document and update STAAR EOC scores in SIS, student folders, and Full-time spreadsheet, (requires access to secure Texas Assessment Management System granted by DTC).
  • Assist with student test registrations in Texas Assessment TIDE portal (access granted by DTC).
  • Serve as a test site coordinator and/or administrator during annual STAAR and EOC testing.
  • Attend local and regional testing coordinator trainings and workshops to remain up-to-date on responsibilities of district testing departments.
  • Maintain documentation of communication with students and families from the district testing department.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Program Coordinator position?

The primary responsibilities include performing administrative duties related to planning, directing, and coordinating academic and operational activities, researching STAAR EOC history, contacting students and parents regarding test details, maintaining department spreadsheets, assisting with secure STAAR materials, and serving as a test site coordinator during assessments.

What qualifications are required for the Program Coordinator position?

The required qualifications include a high school diploma plus six years of experience in a related field. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Are there any preferred qualifications for the Program Coordinator role?

Yes, preferred qualifications include Texas Teacher Certification, three years of teaching experience in Texas public schools, experience with state assessments (STAAR), and knowledge of the Texas Assessment Management System.

Does this position involve working in a research laboratory?

No, this position does not work in a research laboratory.

What skills are important for applicants to have?

Important skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), excellent organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to learn and adapt to new systems and software updates. Knowledge of Texas public school state assessment requirements is also essential.

What type of background check is required for this position?

Qualified applicants will undergo a pre-employment background check by Texas Tech University, as well as a Texas Education Agency criminal background check and fingerprinting, as required by the Texas Legislature for independent school districts.

What is the pay rate for the Program Coordinator position?

The minimum hire rate for the position is $17.77 per hour, with compensation being commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department.

Is this position part-time or full-time?

The Program Coordinator position is part-time.

What is the expected travel requirement for this position?

The expected travel requirement is up to 25%.

What documents are required to apply for the Program Coordinator position?

Applicants must submit a resume/CV, cover letter, and professional/personal references. An additional Pre-Employment Affidavit form must also be completed and returned within 5 business days.

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A new era of excellence is dawning at Texas Tech University as it stands on the cusp of being one of the nation's premier research institutions. Research and enrollment numbers are at record levels, which cement Texas Tech's commitment to attracting and retaining quality students. In fall 2020, the university achieved a goal more than a decade in the making, reaching a total student population of more than 40,000. In 2018, the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education again placed Texas Tech among its top doctoral universities in the nation in the “Very High Research Activity” category. Texas Tech is one of 94 public institutions nationally and 131 overall to achieve this prestigious recognition. Quality students need top-notch faculty. Texas Tech is home to a diverse, highly revered pool of educators who excel in teaching, research and service. The university strives to foster an environment that celebrates student accomplishment above all else. Texas Tech is large enough to provide the best in facilities and academics but prides itself on being able to focus on each student individually. The momentum for excellence at Texas Tech has never been greater.