Job Details:MCPS is an innovative educational community. We value diversity, and we are committed to equity and inclusion. MCPS empowers learners to realize success in an ever-changing global society through collaboration with communities, families, staff, and students. MCPS provides a safe, engaging learning environment and intentional exposure to positive social, emotional, and academic experiences.Our mission at Montgomery County Public Schools is to engage, encourage, and empower our students, staff, and community.Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Montgomery County offers a range of lifestyles, from bustling towns to rural communities. Virginia Tech and nearby Radford University provide many arts, cultural, STEM, and athletic opportunities, and the universities also attract a large international community. The region has been voted one of the best for raising a family, working in technology, and starting a business.Montgomery County offers a high quality of life with a low cost of living. One of the region's strengths is its easy access to outdoor adventure. You can kayak the New River, bike the Huckleberry Trail, swim in Claytor Lake, or hike the Appalachian Trail in just minutes from your doorstep. For more urban pursuits, Roanoke, Charlotte, and Washington D.C. are not far away.Job Description:School Testing Coordinator Assistant6.5 hours/day; 200 days/yearAuburn Middle School and Shawsville Middle SchoolMontgomery County Public Schools in Virginia is accepting applications for a Testing Coordinator Assistant position that is available at Auburn Middle School and Shawsville Middle School for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a split position between the two schools.PRIMARY FUNCTION:To assist the school with the maintenance of PowerSchool groups and reports; administering, organizing, ordering, distributing, collecting, and shipping test materials; disseminating results of tests (i.e., SOL, MAP, CTE assessments, WorkKeys, etc.) administered at the high-school level; monitoring of test sites and collaborating with the division assessment coordinator, administrators, and counselors to ensure that all tests are administered in accordance with federal, state and county regulations; other duties deemed appropriate by the division assessment coordinator (DDOT) or the school testing coordinator (STC).QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Working knowledge of the Google platform (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, etc.)
Working knowledge of Student Information Systems (i.e., PowerSchool)
Ability to plan, organize, schedule and perform technical duties in support of the division’s student testing program
Ability to operate standard office equipment
Computer literate with proficiencies in Excel, Word, and database entry/maintenance
Ability to maintain an unquestionable degree of confidentiality
Ability to work independently and meet schedules and timelines
Ability to multitask, work with interruptions, and work under pressure
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with division staff, school administrators, and teachers
Ability to work within a flexible work schedule
Ability to be dependable and punctual
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties may change depending on the state/division test being administered
Pre-Testing: Update, maintain, and query student information system groups and reports, work with STC to train test examiners and proctors, track testing records for transfer students, inform parents and staff of testing dates and locations check equipment function,
During Testing: Monitor test sites, organize expedited retakes, and distribute lists of make-up students to teachers
Post-Testing: Organize and account for testing materials, prepare student scores and distribute to administrators, teachers and parents as requested
Responsible for creating, maintaining and distributing testing procedures for schools, and creating a documentation notebook for the county coordinator and for state audits
Provide information regarding student information to DDOT as requested
Work with special education, 504 coordinator, ESL teacher, etc. to coordinate accommodations and prepare documentation for the SOLs, College Board (SSD), etc.
Perform general office correspondence and keep computer records
Assist with student supervision and office tasks
FLSA Status: Non-exemptSALARY: $20,800.00 - $36,839.25 annually; with benefits; commensurate with experience and pro-rated to start dateBENEFITS:Anthem Medical Plans - Multiple options available for comprehensive medical and prescription coverageAmeritas Vision Plan - Coverage includes eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lensesDelta Dental Plan - FREE Delta Dental coverage for employees, spouses, and familiesCarilion EAP - FREE Confidential Employee Assistance Program providing support for mental health, legal, financial concerns, and crisis support available to employees and their familiesGenerous Employee Leave Benefits - MCPS offers leave benefits for PT and FT employees, including paid sick leave, personal leave, funeral leave, and annual leave. Employees can also join a sick leave bank for extended medical absences, and earn wellness leave.Virginia Retirement System (VRS) - Full-time employees are eligible for the VRS and enrolled in Group Life Insurance at no cost. MCPS contributes a certain percentage to your individual retirement account.Employee Sick Leave Bank - Employees earning sick leave may elect to join our Sick Leave Bank which allows employees to access days in the event of a catastrophic or long term illness when the employee has exhausted all other leave available.You may visit the link below for quick access to your employee benefits portal page. Look around to find your offered policy information, claim forms, search for a provider, and more.CLOSING DATE: Open until filledEEO Statement:The Montgomery County School Board is an equal opportunity employer, committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention, or other personnel action affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, discrimination in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, status as a veteran, and genetic information (including family medical history) is prohibited. Personnel decisions shall be based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, when necessary. The Montgomery County School Board shall provide facilities, programs and activities that are accessible, usable and available to qualified disabled persons. Further, the Montgomery County School Board shall not discriminate against qualified disabled persons in the provision of health, welfare and other social servicesThe following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:Director of Human Resources and Assistant Director of Human Resources750 Imperial Street, SE, Christiansburg, VA 24073(540) 382-5100
