ELA Test Developer I

cambiumlearning; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambium Assessment is seeking a Test Developer I to craft and review assessment items for U.S.-focused educational programs. The role balances item development with active participation in internal reviews, meetings, and client-facing activities under supervision.

The ideal candidate has strong English content development experience, knowledge of U.S. education assessments, and the ability to manage deadlines while coordinating with project leads.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field + 3-6 years' experience or a Master's degree + 1-4 years' experience.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience teaching English and/or developing content in an Educational Assessment environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience with the U.S. Education and Education Assessment is required.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify problems and conceptualize solutions.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Uses state item specifications to write effective items for different projects.
• Understands grade-level blueprints and how they translate into an item pool development plan.
• Works under the direction of a project's content lead to monitor the overall item pool development for a state.
• Attends, and may be asked to lead, item review meetings, rubric validation meetings, range finding meetings, and data review meetings to support the grade level lead.
• May lead the development for grade level/grade band, with supervision.
• Actively participates in group reviews and edits items appropriately.
• Conducts preliminary and content reviews independently.
• May begin to have more direct communication with clients, with supervision.

Skills

Item writing

Review processes

Analytical skills

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's degree

Job description

Location: Fully Remote, USA. Must live and work within the USA.

Job Overview

Someone in the role of Test Developer I has demonstrated strong item writing and reviewing skills and may have multiple years as a teaching professional. They will balance their time creating and editing high-quality items and participating in all internal review processes, while also taking on project responsibilities appropriate to this level. Staff at this level may serve as a grade lead on a state-specific project and will begin to interact with clients with the guidance of a more senior staff member.

Job Responsibilities

• Uses state item specifications to write effective items for different projects
• Understands grade-level blueprints and how they translate into an item pool development plan
• Works under the direction of a project's content lead to monitor the overall item pool development for a state
• Attends, and may be asked to lead, item review meetings, rubric validation meetings, range finding meetings, and data review meetings to support the grade level lead
• May lead the development for grade level/grade band, with supervision
• Actively participates in group reviews and edits items appropriately
• Conducts preliminary and content reviews independently
• May begin to have more direct communication with clients, with supervision

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field + 3-6 years' experience or a Master's degree + 1-4 years' experience
• Minimum of 4 years' experience teaching English and/or developing content in an Educational Assessment environment
• Strong knowledge and experience with the U.S. Education and Education Assessment is required
• Analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to identify problems and conceptualize solutions
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

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Remote First Work Environment

Our Remote First approach gives employees the flexibility and trust they need to effectively balance work with life. It creates a culture in which all employees are valued and where success is measured in results. It allows us to work collaboratively, inclusively and for greater positive impact, regardless of our individual locations.

Additionally, if you will be working remotely, either occasionally or on a permanent basis, you must have a reliable internet connection through a cable or fiber-optic broadband service with minimum speeds of 10 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.

The successful candidate will be expected to actively participate in video-based interviews during the recruiting process and ongoing virtual meetings with their camera on, as part of their role. To maintain confidentiality and ensure a fair evaluation process, the use of note-taking tools, reference materials, or AI-powered tools (including generative AI, language models, or similar technologies) during interviews or other selection activities is prohibited unless prior written approval has been obtained from the People Experience team. If you require an exception for medical, accessibility, or other reasons, please contact your Talent Acquisition team member to discuss accommodations in advance.

As part of our Remote-First benefits, Cambium offers reimbursement to help cover the cost of setting up your home or remote office.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that celebrates unique backgrounds, ideas, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender, gender identity/expression, or sexual orientation), national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or genetic information (including family medical history).

We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. You may request an accommodation during the recruiting process with your Talent Acquisition team member.