Pearson Education Services
Content specialist - english language arts
Pearson Education Services, Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States, 82007
Full job description
As a
Content Specialist
within the
Asset Creation
team, you will work as both a ELA content and assessment expert to develop K-12 assessments for our state and district clients. Our team develops standards-based assessments for students across the United States. We collaborate with education departments, committees of educators, and business partners to develop assessments of learning that are accessible to all students. We are looking for flexible and creative content experts to join our team.Responsibilities:Develop and review ELA test items, and passages, including multiple choice, technology enhanced, extended response, performance-based tasks, and simulations across multiple grade levels for large-scale assessmentsHelp develop item, passage, and test specifications, item development plans, test blueprints, and other ancillary documentsHelp select, assign, manage, and train item/passage writers and educators to develop items based on standards, cognitive complexity, and item development best practicesFacilitate and support customer meetings and provide content assessment expertiseFacilitate activities related to test construction and review of composed test formsConsult 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 groupsPerform other duties as assignedSome travel requiredQualifications:Bachelor's degree in education, English, or equivalent experience requiredFive years’ experience as an elementary or secondary teacher in the field of ELA preferredProfessional knowledge of ELA and educational trends requiredSome experience in large-scale educational measurement preferredGeneral knowledge of all phases of the development, processing, scoring, and reporting of large-scale assessments preferredOutstanding oral and written communication skillsAbility to creatively and flexibly address challenges with a variety of audiencesExcellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills and the ability to work on multiple activities and adapt to unexpected eventsSkill in basic software tools and technology and the confidence necessary to work with unfamiliar programsCompensation at Pearson
is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State, and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:The minimum full-time salary range is between $60,000 - $70,000.This position is not bonus eligible, and information on benefits offered is here.What to expect from PearsonDid you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education.We value the power of an inclusive culture and also 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.Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.Job:
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTOrganization:
Assessment & QualificationsSchedule:
FULL_TIMEWorkplace Type:
RemoteReq ID:
16633
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As a
Content Specialist
within the
Asset Creation
team, you will work as both a ELA content and assessment expert to develop K-12 assessments for our state and district clients. Our team develops standards-based assessments for students across the United States. We collaborate with education departments, committees of educators, and business partners to develop assessments of learning that are accessible to all students. We are looking for flexible and creative content experts to join our team.Responsibilities:Develop and review ELA test items, and passages, including multiple choice, technology enhanced, extended response, performance-based tasks, and simulations across multiple grade levels for large-scale assessmentsHelp develop item, passage, and test specifications, item development plans, test blueprints, and other ancillary documentsHelp select, assign, manage, and train item/passage writers and educators to develop items based on standards, cognitive complexity, and item development best practicesFacilitate and support customer meetings and provide content assessment expertiseFacilitate activities related to test construction and review of composed test formsConsult 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 groupsPerform other duties as assignedSome travel requiredQualifications:Bachelor's degree in education, English, or equivalent experience requiredFive years’ experience as an elementary or secondary teacher in the field of ELA preferredProfessional knowledge of ELA and educational trends requiredSome experience in large-scale educational measurement preferredGeneral knowledge of all phases of the development, processing, scoring, and reporting of large-scale assessments preferredOutstanding oral and written communication skillsAbility to creatively and flexibly address challenges with a variety of audiencesExcellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills and the ability to work on multiple activities and adapt to unexpected eventsSkill in basic software tools and technology and the confidence necessary to work with unfamiliar programsCompensation at Pearson
is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State, and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:The minimum full-time salary range is between $60,000 - $70,000.This position is not bonus eligible, and information on benefits offered is here.What to expect from PearsonDid you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education.We value the power of an inclusive culture and also 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.Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.Job:
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTOrganization:
Assessment & QualificationsSchedule:
FULL_TIMEWorkplace Type:
RemoteReq ID:
16633
#J-18808-Ljbffr