Urgent Hiring! California Educator/Administrator - CalAPA scoring

Pearson; Carson City (NV); Remote; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks dedicated assessors for the California Administrator Performance Assessment. This part-time role allows you to work remotely while scoring submissions and ensuring the integrity of the assessment process. Candidates must have a valid California Administrative Services Credential and a minimum of three years of experience in education. Join a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and be part of a team that is committed to creating impactful learning experiences. If you are passionate about education and meet the qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must hold a California Administrative Services Credential.
• Minimum of three years' experience as a California education professional.

Responsibilities

• Score candidate submissions for the California Administrator Performance Assessment.
• Complete requisite training and adhere to confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Scoring Assessment Materials

Maintaining Confidentiality

Training Completion

California Administrative Services Credential

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Tools

Home Computing Hardware

Internet Service Provider

Job description

CalAPA Assessor Experience Qualifications:

Pearson offers compensation packages that reward exceptional quality and productivity. Scoring is generally compensated at a base rate of $25 per hour, with training paid at $19 per hour. Milestone pay increases of $0.40 per hour are earned for every 400 hours paid.

To be eligible to score the California Administrator Performance Assessment (CalAPA), an applicant MUST meet the following requirements and attest to these requirements at least once annually.

Requirement #1

• Hold a current California Clear or Life Administrative Services Credential

Requirement #2

Must have a minimum of three (3) years' experience as a California education professional in one (1) or more of the following capacities:

• TK-12 administrator in California
• A member of a CTC-approved preliminary or clear administrative services preparation program

Requirement #3

Be a current California education professional, or have retired within the past 3 years in one (1) or more of the following capacities:

• TK-12 administrator in California
• University/program educator providing instruction within a CTC-accredited preliminary or clear administrative services preparation program

Requirement #4

Adhere to the following confidentiality requirements:

• Maintain the confidentiality of the assessment materials and knowledge gained as a result of participating in scoring the assessment, and will not share information with anyone (e.g., candidates, colleagues, etc.) without direct permission from the Commission and Pearson.
• Agree not to participate in any professional activity, beyond employment in a TK–12 school/district/county office or institution that requires candidates to use the CalAPA to fulfill the APA requirement, that results in payment for services related to supporting candidates in completing any CA-approved performance assessment. For example, TPA independent tutoring or consulting positions.

Requirement #5: Reside in the state of California

In order to score candidate submissions, assessors must complete the requisite training and meet the established calibration standards. Assessors will be paid for time spent in training, calibration, and scoring submissions.

Qualification Verification:

To verify employment, the application requests your supervisor contact information and Administrative Services Credential details. This information will be used for verification purposes only.

CalAPA Assessor Expectations:

• Scoring activities are remote and assessors are expected to provide the working environment and equipment needed to complete the scoring activities (e.g., published minimum CPU and monitor recommendations).
• Assessors must meet minimum requirements for home computing hardware, monitor, and bandwidth provided by their internet service provider, in order to be eligible for the program.
• For security reasons, assessors may not use shared office computers or work from institutional computer labs.
• All CalAPA new hires will be required to attend a two-day training session. Sessions are typically offered in February/March of each year but based on scoring requirements, may also be offered in the fall. After training and calibration is complete, assessors must be committed to scoring a minimum of four (4) submissions per week. Scoring is expected to take 1-1.5 hours per submission scored for experienced assessors.
• Scoring will be available seven days per week, except for outages/system maintenance or Pearson corporate holidays.
• Assessors participate in regular activities to ensure calibration to the rubrics.

Additional Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher (If you received your degree outside of the United States, a Foreign Equivalency Report is required stating that you have an equivalent of at least a 4-year degree in the United States. It is your responsibility to obtain this report. You may email your report to HR if you receive an offer of employment).
• U.S. citizenship, resident alien status or authorized to work in the U.S.
• U.S. residency.
• All scoring and other work activities must be completed in the United States.
• Meet the minimum qualifications as listed above.

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What to expect from Pearson:

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills, and Higher Education.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

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Job: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Organization: Assessment & Qualifications

Schedule: PART_TIME

Workplace Type:

Req ID: 17728