Testing Center Coordinator (Mid October 2026 through December 2026)

Employment Opportunities at Francis W. Parker School Careers At Francis W. Parker School Testing Center Coordinator (Mid October 2026 through December 2026) Testing Center Coordinator (Mid October 2026 through December 2026) Hours: 7:30am – 4:30pm + Job Summary: Francis W. Parker School is a renowned JK-12th grade independent day school. Founded in 1901 on the tenets of progressive education, the school currently enrolls 940 students and employs 200 dedicated faculty and staff members who, in addition to assistant teachers, substitute teachers and coaches, work together to ensure that the School lives up to its Mission to “educate students to think and act with empathy, courage and clarity as responsible citizens and leaders in a diverse, democratic society and global community.” Francis W. Parker School is seeking a highly organized Testing Center Coordinator to oversee the school’s Testing Center. This position involves coordinating and administering the day-to-day operations of the Testing Center, including scheduling assessments, managing testing materials, implementing student testing supports, communicating with faculty and students, maintaining testing procedures and academic integrity, maintaining Testing Center records, and providing direct proctoring support as needed. The Coordinator will collaborate with the Upper School Learning Resources Department Chair to ensure students have consistent, equitable, and reliable access to an appropriate testing environment. Required Qualifications: Bachelors’ degree required; preferably in Education or a closely related discipline Familiarity with the tenets of progressive education Comfortable in, and able to embrace, a diverse environment and community A deep knowledge and understanding of teaching at all levels Familiarity with the general curricula in JK-12 schools Ability to interact well with students of all ages, as well as faculty, staff, administration, and parents An understanding of and the ability to implement effective classroom management skills Strong organizational and follow-up skills Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills Trustworthy with confidential information Reliable, responsible and extremely flexible Compensation: $175 per day; this position is not eligible for benefits The faculty, staff and administration of Francis W. Parker School are integral parts of the School's community. Through their passion, dedication and commitment to the School's mission, they create and support an environment where exceptional child-centered learning can occur. Francis W. Parker School is committed to cultivating a community of dedicated students, parents, faculty and staff, trustees, administrators and alumni, who acknowledge, respect, and esteem diversity in our school; and who reflect, through their presence, the diversity of Chicago communities and the wider world. Francis W. Parker School is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Francis W. Parker School