Assessment Coordinator

Fort Worth ISD; United States; On-site; USD 73,781 - 88,892; Full time

Job summary

Fort Worth ISD is seeking an Assessment Coordinator to oversee planning, coordination, and administration of all state and district assessments. The role requires collaboration for data-driven decisions and ensures compliance with educational standards. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's preferred, and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a student-facing role. This position offers a salary range of $73,781 - $88,892 and is grant-funded, contingent on available funds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of successful experience in an instructional or student-facing role is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all state-mandated, district, and college assessments.
• Organize and oversee all phases of test administration.
• Collaborate with principals to ensure data informs instructional decisions.

Skills

Assessment coordination

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Compliance monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

TEA assessment systems

Data platforms

Job description

Assessment Coordinator

Report to: Principal
Multiple PCNs
Pay Grade: 204
Salary Range: $73,781 - $88,892
Duty Days: 219
FSLA Status: Exempt

This is a grant-funded position and is contingent on availability of funds.

Position Purpose

The campus-based Assessment Coordinator serves as the campus lead for the planning, coordination, administration, and monitoring of all state, district, and college- and career readiness assessments. This includes, but is not limited to, STAAR/EOCs, AP, SAT, ACT, PSAT, TSIA2, and industry-based certifications. The role ensures full compliance with all Texas Education Agency (TEA), College Board, ACT, and district assessment requirements, including strict adherence to test security protocols.

In addition to assessment administration, this position plays a critical role in ensuring that assessment data is accurate, timely, and actionable. The Assessment Coordinator is responsible for pulling, verifying, and organizing real-time student data and working in close collaboration with the principal and assistant principals to ensure data is used to drive instructional decision making. This includes supporting the analysis and use of Demonstrations of Learning (DOLs) and other formative and summative assessment data to inform reteach, acceleration, and student grouping decisions aligned to campus and district priorities. The Assessment Coordinator serves as a key partner to campus leadership, ensuring that assessment systems not only meet compliance expectations but also actively support improved student outcomes, including progress toward college, career, and military readiness indicators.

Essential Job Functions

• Serves as campus testing coordinator for all state-mandated, district, and college-, career-, and military-readiness assessments.
• Plans, organizes, and oversees all phases of test administration in accordance with TEA guidelines, external testing entities, and the District Assessment Calendar.
• Pulls, verifies, and organizes assessment data in real time and collaborates with principals to ensure data informs instructional decisions.
• Ensures strict test security and confidentiality before, during, and after testing, including secure handling of assessment materials.
• Monitors testing environments to maintain standardized procedures, accommodations, and optimal conditions for all student groups.
• Reports all testing irregularities, security violations, and incidents immediately in full compliance with procedures.
• Maintains audit-ready documentation, records, and compliance artifacts related to campus testing activities.
• Ensures accurate submission, reconciliation, and reporting of all assessment data to district analytics and reporting departments.
• Completes all required assessment trainings and certifications, including the TEA Oath of Test Security.
• Communicates assessment calendars, requirements, deadlines, and updates with clarity and urgency.
• Serves as the primary campus expert on assessment-related guidance, providing direction and ensuring staff readiness.
• Designs and delivers high-quality training for campus staff on assessment procedures.
• Builds campus capacity by reinforcing consistent implementation of assessment practices and alignment with district expectations.

Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and availability, including extended or adjusted work hours during peak testing windows and critical reporting periods.

Safety

• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Follows established safety procedures for job duties.
• Corrects unsafe conditions and reports if not immediately correctable.

Personal Work Relationships

• All employees must maintain commitment to district mission.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct, and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high-quality customer service and builds rapport.
• Demonstrates cultural competence and respectful interaction with coworkers.
• Communicates effectively and performs as a team player.

Other Duties as Assigned

Performs all job-related duties as assigned and complies with board rules, policies, and regulations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to student assessment and testing.
• Knowledge of TEA assessment systems, College Board and ACT procedures, and test security protocols.
• Knowledge of college, career, and military readiness indicators and their connection to accountability outcomes.
• Knowledge of data systems, reporting structures, and assessment platforms.
• Skill in planning and organizing multiple complex testing programs.
• Skill in pulling, verifying, and organizing real-time assessment data.
• Skill in using assessment data to support instructional decision-making.
• Skill in attention to detail, compliance monitoring, and audit-ready documentation.
• Skill in designing and delivering clear communication and training.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex assessment policies and guidance.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and maintain organization during peak periods.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and conflicting timelines.
• Ability to use computer systems and data platforms for assessment coordination.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with all stakeholders.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with campus leadership.
• Ability to engage in continuous improvement and professional growth.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Uses standard office and classroom equipment.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, bending, and lifting (up to 44 pounds).
• Motion: Frequent keyboarding; occasional reaching; frequent walking.
• Environment: Works inside; may require irregular and/or prolonged hours; districtwide travel possible.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance required.
• Mental: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education:
- Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university required.
- Master's degree in a relevant field preferred.

Certification/License:
- Valid Texas Teaching Certification preferred.

Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of successful experience in an instructional, campus-based, or student-facing role required.
- Experience with campus assessment coordination, testing procedures, accountability systems, or data-driven instructional practices preferred.

This document is intended to describe the general nature of the work and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

This is a grant-funded position and is contingent on availability of funds.