Position Description
Scoring Assistant
Paragon by Prometric
Paragon by Prometric operates in the highly competitive and rapidly growing industry for English proficiency tests and their instructional products and services. As the Canadian subsidiary of Prometric, Paragon aspires for its tests to become the tests of choice for immigration and for admission to universities and colleges.Paragon by Prometric operates in the highly competitive and rapidly growing industry for English proficiency tests and their instructional products and services. As the Canadian subsidiary of Prometric, Paragon aspires for its tests to become the tests of choice for immigration and for admission to universities and colleges.
Position Summary
The Scoring Assistant will join Paragon’s Test Operations division and participate in the activities of the Scoring team that is responsible for monitoring and release of final test results on Paragon testing products. The Scoring Assistant will assist the team responsible for rater recruitment, monitoring, and training. The Scoring team ensures that industry standards are met in terms of rater performance, training materials and programs, and research that supports operational procedures.
This position reports to the Scoring Lead.
Responsibilities
The Scoring Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited, to:
- Managing rater workloads using Paragon’s online rating systems.
- Monitoring and ensuring timely completion of all rating work.
- Completing quality assurance steps of the ratings and test scores.
- Verifying and releasing test scores.
- Communicating with raters.
- Supporting training and certification of raters.
- Maintaining guides and documentation on all procedures.
- Suggesting improvements to operational systems and procedures.
The Scoring Assistant will also work collaboratively to:
- Prepare and interpret data pertaining to rater performance and scoring operations.
- Provide feedback for raters.
- Participate in research projects related to new product development and the validation and improvement of Paragon’s tests.
Qualifications
Academic
Qualified candidates will have a B.A. in English, Education, Linguistics, or closely related field. Courses in Testing, Statistics, and Curriculum Design are desirable. A combination of education and relevant experience in Test Design or Administration will be considered.
Experience and Abilities
Qualified candidates will have:
- Knowledge of immigrant and international student issues.
- Familiarity with ESL, EFL, and/or EAP populations.
- Excellent clerical and organizational skills with careful attention to detail.
- Ability to analyze, initiate, maintain, and improve operational workflows and recording systems.
- Ability to certify as a CELPIP Speaking and Writing Rater.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with careful attention to detail.
- Good communication skills, both written and oral.
- Experience working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Technical
Qualified candidates will have:
- Computer skills (including Excel).
- Ability to quickly learn new software applications.
- Familiarity with virtual learning environments such as Moodle.
- Familiarity with SQL databases is an asset.
Requirements
- All applicants must possess:
- Canadian citizenship, Canadian permanent residence, or have a valid work permit in Canada. Applicants who do not have one of these statuses will not be considered.
- Ability and willingness to travel across Canada and internationally if required.
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.
Position status: Full-time
Start date: As soon as possible
Salary: Commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and experience
Location: Work from home, British Columbia, Canada
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should send their cover letter and resume to languageassessment@prometric.com. Interviews will begin as soon as suitable applications are received. The subject line of the application must indicate the title of the position and/or Job ID for which the candidate is applying.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Competition closing date: Until position is filled
