Test Content Developer – Elementary Education (Content & Pedagogy)

The Evaluation Systems group of Pearson offers dynamic teacher licensing and performance assessment solutions. Our custom teacher licensure testing programs are aligned to state and national standards. We also provide a wide variety of teacher licensure testing services such as test development, administration, and scoring. We work in a collaborative environment and are passionate about education.

Overview:

The Test Content Developer occupies a professional position within the Content Development department. The Test Content Developer is responsible for planning and managing the development of assessments and related products for educator licensure for multiple subjects at the elementary and/or middle grade levels, including test question development, test design and content development, and quality control. The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong foundation in all elementary education content areas, especially English Language Arts & Literacy and History/Social Studies content and instruction. The Elementary Education Test Content Developer works closely with other test development staff and content developers.

Location: This position is attached to our Amherst/Hadley MA office. At this time, staff are working from home and remote applicants will be considered.

*Please submit a cover letter with your resume when applying

Responsibilities:

• Writes multiple-choice and open-response test questions in multiple subjects across grade bands, including content-specific pedagogy, for teacher certification tests
• Edits assessment materials produced by in-house and consultant staff
• Oversees the development of test objectives, test items, practice tests, study guides, and related products for assigned projects
• Creates assignments for and supervises the work of in-house and consultant writers
• Facilitates the review of test items and objectives with committees of education professionals in a variety of content areas
• Stays apprised and knowledgeable of current and developing state and national trends in education, including pedagogical best practices, child and adolescent development, and instructional and assessment practices
• Creates planning documents, oversees development activities, and coordinates project activities within and outside the department
• Uses and can integrate technological resources as management and development tools
• Travels on behalf of the company as needed, typically 5-10%, but up to 15%

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in elementary education or a field directly related to elementary education
• Certification or licensure in elementary education
• Successful experience teaching core subjects at the elementary level
• Demonstrated knowledge of pedagogical best practices, child and adolescent development, research- and evidence-based practices, curriculum, differentiation, behavior management, and assessment practices
• Assessment and/or curriculum development experience with an educational publisher or assessment provider in the area of elementary education a plus
• Administration and/or educational leadership certification/experience a plus

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated advanced writing, editorial, and research skills
• Proficiency with computers and software, including Microsoft Office
• Works well independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Must be organized, able to set priorities and meet deadlines with high quality work
• Must be willing and able to accept constructive feedback and develop new skills
• Flexible and able to juggle multiple priorities and adapt to unexpected shifts in priorities

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Job: Professional Development

Organization: Assessment & Qualifications

Schedule: Full- time

Req ID: 12418

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