Manager, Speaking Test Development

Center for Applied Linguistics; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Applied Linguistics in Washington, DC is seeking a Manager, Speaking Test Development to oversee the creation of speaking test items and related materials for the WIDA English language proficiency assessments. You will lead item development projects, coordinate with content experts, ensure alignment with accessibility and fairness guidelines, and support policy-driven quality control.

Remote work up to 100% is available, with optional in-office collaboration.

Job description

Company Description

The Center for Applied Linguistics is a nonprofit organization promoting access, equity and mutual understanding for linguistically and culturally diverse people around the world.

The mission of the Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) is to promote language learning and cultural understanding by serving as a trusted source for research, resources, and policy analysis. Through its work, CAL seeks solutions to issues involving language and culture as they relate to access and equity in education and society around the globe.

CAL is located in Washington, D.C. For this position, the employee may choose to work in their preferred combination of in person at the D.C. office in a hoteling capacity, or remotely (up to 100% remote). CAL does not compensate or reimburse candidates for relocation expenses. This position is not open to candidates residing in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, California, or the U.S. Territories.

Job Description

The Manager, Speaking Test Development, is responsible for overseeing the development of Speaking test items and ancillary materials for the WIDA suite of assessments, which are large-scale English language proficiency assessments for