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| Contentid | 10014 |
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| Content Type | 1 |
| Title | Test Development Positions--Avant Assessment |
| Body | Avant Assessment, LLC, Eugene, Oregon is looking to fill several positions for Item Development Managers. Individuals interested in working for a small but fast growing company engaged in the development of on-line language assessments at all levels are encouraged to apply. Full position information and qualifications are listed below. Interested individuals should submit a resume and cover email to Ms. Ginger Butler at the link below. POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR: Item Development Manager REPORTS TO: Test Production Manager Avant Assessment, partnered with the Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS) at the University of Oregon, is a world leader in web-based second-language assessment. Founded in 2001, Avant Assessment has established a strong presence in the field of online second-language assessment. Individuals interested in joining a growing company dedicated to improving language learning by providing assessments that measure proficiency and generate meaningful data for educators and students should choose Avant Assessment. POSITION: Item Development Manager LOCATIONS: Eugene, Oregon preferred, telecommute possible REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: . Academic and/or professional background in linguistics, educational measurement, second language acquisition, foreign language education, or TESOL . Experience in team leadership or supervision . Ability to work with diverse groups on complex projects . Self-directed and well organized with strong attention to detail . Ability to prioritize tasks and manage personnel to meet deadlines under pressure . Ability to travel on an occasional basis . Excellent communication and organization skills . Willingness and ability to learn new computer programs as needed PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: . Master's degree in linguistics or related field . Professional experience in large-scale test development . Intermediate to advanced skills in MSWord and Excel . Personal experience in language learning RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate test item writing activities for online tests of foreign language proficiency. These activities include: . Plan, direct, and supervise the activities of native speakers of target languages participating in test-development activities including: procuring foreign language reading or audio passages, rating passages for difficulty, procuring copyright authorization, ensuring authenticity to the target language . Oversee test item development: write, review, and edit items adhering to quality assurance standards . Organize and maintain computer-based records of all test development activities and products . Facilitate ongoing communication with and training of item writing personnel . Implement and adhere to project management schedules and staffing plans as required to achieve project objectives . Maintain records providing ongoing project status reports . Accept and integrate client feedback to improve product quality COMPENSATION: Starting salary in the range of $42,500 to $50,000 annually depending upon education and experience. Competitive benefits package included. OPPORTUNITIES: Avant Assessment, LLC provides a supportive working environment where innovation, independent work effort, and leadership are valued and rewarded. Ginger Butler Vice President, Operations Avant Assessment Eugene, Oregon, USA gbutler@avantassessment.com www.avantassessment.com tel: 541-338-9090 or: (888) 718-7887 |
| Source | Avant Assessment |
| Inputdate | 2009-09-13 10:17:55 |
| Lastmodifieddate | 2009-09-13 10:17:55 |
| Expdate | 2010-09-13 00:00:00 |
| Publishdate | 2009-09-14 00:00:00 |
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