Headway Workforce Solutions is seeking Reading Test Administrators to work on an evaluation of a reading intervention program in the Pinellas County, Florida area.

Reading Test Administrators will conduct assessments of 3^rd -5^th grade students’ reading skills in elementary schools in Pinellas County. In addition, test administrators may be asked to assist in collecting parental consent forms from schools. Individuals who have experience working with young children between the ages of 8-12 are encouraged to apply, especially retired teachers and substitute teachers!

Position Specifics

This position will begin with an in-person training the week of September 9, 2024 in Pinellas County on how to administer the Woodcock Reading Mastery Test, 3^rd Edition, and Symbol Imagery Test followed immediately by two days of practice. Testing will begin on September 12, 2024 and continue through October 2024. Please note, that testing may end early. Reading Test Administrators should expect 35 hours of work each week during daytime school hours. Candidates must be willing to travel to local schools and work as part of a team. Qualified candidates must be available to commit for the entire length of the testing window. Reading Test Administrators will only be hired if they pass all required background checks and pass a simple study-created certification test on administering the Woodcock Reading Mastery Test and Symbol Imagery Test.

Job Requirements

●   Be available to attend an in-person training tentatively scheduled on September 2, 2024

●   Be available to work 35 hours/week from September 12, 2024 through October 2024, from 7:30 am-3:30 pm

●   Access to personal, reliable transportation

●   Be willing to travel reasonable distances to reach assigned schools

●   Strong interpersonal skills with both adults and children

●   Strictly adhere to AIR’s and the school district’s procedures to protect the privacy of children and families

●   Maintain contact with the testing team leader and other project team members

●   Submit completed assessments and timesheets daily to the team leader

●   Ability to work well independently and under the direction of team leaders

●   Pass School District required background check and fingerprinting processes; follow all COVID-19 and other health-related requirements of the district and AIR

Preferred Experience

●   Bachelor’s Degree in education, child development, psychology, or a related field

●   Experience engaging with children from a variety of backgrounds

●   Experience working with early elementary school age children (8-12-year-old children)

Training

Data Collectors will receive paid training in person, tentatively scheduled the week of September 2, 2024. Attendance at training is mandatory.  Trainees must successfully complete training to continue employment on the project.

Pay for this position begins at $24.00 per hour but will vary based on role. Mileage will be reimbursed at $.67 per mile when traveling from one school to another.