What are the responsibilities and job description for the Content Specialist - English Language Learners (12 Month Limited Term) position at Pearson?
Job Description
- Develop and review test items, including proficiency-based tasks, for large-scale English learner assessments across multiple content areas and grades.
- Develop linguistic accommodations for English learners across content areas on state standardized achievement tests.
- Develop accommodations for struggling readers across content areas on state standardized achievement tests.
- Develop item, passage, and test specifications, item development plans, test blueprints and other ancillary documents.
- Classify test items according to pre-specified content dimensions and ensure the accuracy of content coding, keying, and item validations.
- Facilitate and support customer meetings and provide second language acquisition expertise.
- Facilitate activities related to test construction and review of composed test forms.
- Help select, assign, manage, and train item writers and educators.
- Consult with the customer as required, including participation in planning, status, review meetings, etc.
- Work closely with test development managers, other content developers, psychometricians, and other Pearson groups.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Some travel required.
As required by the Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Act, Pearson provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in Colorado. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the state of Colorado only , the range of starting pay for this role is $60,000 - $65,000. This position is not bonus eligible, and information on benefits offered is here.
Qualifications/Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Education preferred. Bilingual, English as a Second Language, or equivalent experience required; Master's degree is desired.
- At least five years experience teaching K-12 is required.
- At least five years experience in the field of English language acquisition required.
- Expert knowledge of second language acquisition, including national trends and regulations, required.
- Must have strong technology skills including working with Microsoft Suite and Adobe Pro, and confidence necessary to work with unfamiliar programs.
- Must have outstanding verbal and written communication skills and must be able to identify problems and provide solutions to a variety of audiences including both sophisticated and naive customers.
- Must have excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills and ability to coordinate multiple activities and adapt to unexpected requests.
- Some experience in large-scale educational measurement is preferred.
- General knowledge of all phases of the development, processing, scoring, and reporting of large-scale assessments preferred.
Learning is the most powerful force for change in the world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common purpose – to help everyone achieve their potential through learning. We do that by providing high quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. We are the world’s leading learning company. Learn more at pearsonplc.com.
Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racist company in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive.
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Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other group protected by law.
Job: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL\_TIME
Req ID: 7627