GED Services and Testing Specialist

Reports to: GED and College Services Director Functional Area: Academics

FLSA Status: Exempt Job Location: Ward 5

Job Classification Category: Senior Professional

Salary: $55, 555.00 - $97,221.00

Position Overview:

The GED Services and Testing Specialist uses a student-centered approach to include learners as collaborators in their journey toward earning their high school diploma. This person will provide comprehensive coaching, supportive services, meticulous coordination of student assessments and appointments, and efficient data management and reporting. They will work closely with the GED and College Services Director and various departments to coordinate services and meet performance targets.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

Student Assessment and Registration

• Communicates the GED testing process to students, coordinates targeted Q&A sessions with pre-GED students, facilitates personalized 1-on-1 coaching sessions for students (ABE 5/6) to discuss high school pathway options, and delivers informative presentations during orientation
• Adheres to policies and procedures for identifying test readiness
• Administers a variety of assessments, including the GED Ready practice tests, GED computer and calculator tutorials, and the NorthStar computer test, to evaluate student readiness thoroughly
• Assists students with creating, registering, and validating MyGED Accounts
• Ensures student compliance with identification and residency requirements
• Supports the GED application process to secure testing accommodations

Comprehensive Coaching and Supportive Services

• Develops individualized testing plans and regular check-ins with GED Pathway students
• Collaborates with principals, assistant principals, and teachers to ensure students have personalized academic plans and customized schedules tailored to their needs and goals
• Conducts regular meetings with academic leadership, teachers, and Student Support Specialists to evaluate student test readiness, share testing suggestions, address obstacles to success, and organize comprehensive wraparound services and support for GED Pathway students
• Utilizes the GED Enhanced Score Report to create an independent study plan and ensures students have access to essential resources such as books, tutoring, calculators, and study materials necessary for the GED test
• Navigates students through the testing process and schedules all exam appointments
• Organizes activities utilizing evidence-based strategies to cultivate student cohorts, support retention rates, and enhance test preparation. These initiatives may include informative workshops, educational boot camps, interactive activities, and enriching field trips.
• Partners with the workforce and career and college services to support students in setting and reaching their post-secondary objectives.
• Reaches out to disengaged learners to encourage their return and completion

Data Management and Reports

• Implements and maintains testing processes and systems for effective test execution
• Manages inventory of GED Ready and GED exam testing vouchers
• Enters all testing data and coaching session notes into the student information system
• Completes regular data quality checks to ensure accuracy and monitors PMF targets
• Prepares regular reports on student progress and celebrates their accomplishments
• Completes graduate exit procedures and orders initial GED diplomas and transcripts
• Archives monthly GED score reports, transcripts, and diplomas

Education:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• Knowledge of Adult Basic Education and GED testing process
• Exhibited leadership in working with professional staff, students, and the community to achieve goals.
• Agreement with and commitment to the academic goals and philosophy of Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School
• Written and oral communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with school staff, the public, and representatives of other agencies
• Excellent time management, problem-solving and organizational skills

• Other Necessary Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, students, and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment and a computer keyboard.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone.
• Reaching overhead and above shoulders to retrieve files and materials.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs
• Must be able to withstand extended viewing of computer screens
• This position will sit in an open/shared office environment with moderate noise levels.

• Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this position is currently working a hybrid model, telework and on-site. Schedule will be determined by the Principal/Chief Academic Officer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Our work atmosphere is professional, friendly, and supportive. Our staff values both teamwork and independence. We encourage creativity and the sharing of ideas. The noise level in the work environment is conducive to a typical office setting.

Academy of Hope (AoH) Adult Public Charter School was founded in 1985 to serve low-income and at-risk adults in the District of Columbia by providing them the opportunity to improve their basic educational skills, earn high school credentials, and/or prepare for postsecondary education or training.

We're looking for motivated individuals with a passion for working in the Adult Education field to join us! Our compensation structure offers pay commensurate with experience and excellent benefits. Candidates for employment will be subjected to a federal criminal background check, as permitted by and in accordance with applicable law. Learn more about Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School at www.aohdc.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: AoH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not allow discrimination with respect to employment or any of the terms or conditions of employment because of actual or perceived race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer-related or HIV/AIDS-related), genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

DEI Statement: AoH seeks a broad spectrum of employees and is strongly committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. We strongly encourage interest in employment from all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, members of underrepresented groups, people with seen and unseen disabilities, and people of all ages.