Speaking Test Development Manager

Overseeing the development of Speaking test items and materials for the WIDA suite of assessments, the full-time Manager, Speaking Test Development will manage the test development process, provide feedback to staff, and collaborate on scoring materials, with the option to work remotely. Key responsibilities Manage test development staff in writing, reviewing, and revising Speaking test items based on specifications and guidelines Oversee the creation and quality control of scoring materials and training for external reviewers related to the Speaking test Coordinate project plans and timelines for test item development, ensuring alignment with educational standards and stakeholder feedback Required qualifications Bachelor's degree with at least five years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with at least two years of relevant experience in a related field Expertise in developing large-scale spoken English language proficiency assessments for K-12 multilingual learners Experience supervising test item development in high-stakes contexts and managing complex assessment projects Deep familiarity with the spoken language requirements for K-12 multilingual learners in U.S. school settings Experience teaching K-12 multilingual learners in U.S. educational contexts