[Hiring] K-12 Assessment Lead @OpenEd

Role Description

The Assessment Lead owns the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of both virtual and in-person standardized assessment programs across an assigned portfolio of OpenEd programs. This role develops deep expertise in assessment requirements, administration protocols, testing platforms, and state-specific implementation expectations.

• Manage all operational aspects of assessment delivery, including test planning, scheduling, student rostering, proctor readiness, testing logistics, platform access, data management, score reporting, and compliance monitoring.
• Serve as the operational lead during active testing windows, facilitating successful testing experiences, resolving real-time issues, and ensuring timely and accurate assessment data and results.
• Partner with Student Success, Family Success, and other stakeholders to provide assessment guidance, resources, reporting, and support throughout the assessment lifecycle.
• Occasional travel to testing locations may be required during peak testing periods, with potential for overnight stays.
• Previous school-based experience implementing standardized testing and valid teaching credentials highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with K-12 state assessment programs and testing regulations.
• Strong analytical skills with experience managing data, reporting, and system-based processes.
• Experience working with databases, spreadsheets, and data management systems.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel periodically to support in-person testing events.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex requirements, exercise independent judgement, and make operational decisions affecting assessment compliance.

Requirements

• Valid K-12 teacher license or certification (in assigned states) preferred.
• Experience with student information systems, assessment platforms, or state testing systems preferred.
• Experience supporting virtual testing environments preferred.
• Project management experience in education, compliance, or operations environments preferred.
• Experience training or supporting staff in operational processes and procedures preferred.

Benefits

• Full-time Benefits: Dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life insurance, retirement, technology/cell phone stipend, and paid holidays.
• Flexible Work Arrangement: A fully remote workforce that emphasizes a healthy work-life balance by allowing some autonomy in work hours.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a supportive and collaborative team environment where contributions are valued, and teamwork is encouraged.

Company Description

OpenEd is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. OpenEd participates in E-Verify.