Assessment Writer, Adult Basic Education

5 months ago


Saskatoon, Canada SIIT Full time

Established in 1976 the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our nine Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.

**Nature and Scope**

The Assessment Writer reports directly to the Dean of Adult Basic Education (ABE). The Assessment Writer will serve a primary role in planning, writing, and implementing the new SIIT Adult Achievement Test. This position will positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission, and mandate.

**General Accountability**

The Assessment Writer will be responsible for developing, coordinating, delivering and facilitating all components of the new SIIT Adult Achievement Test assessment. This position will create a new assessment method that will be used to assess adult learners for schooling or academic ability. The position will be responsible for analyzing collected data and using statistical software in the development of a standardized test. This position includes the following accountabilities:
**Specific Accountabilities**

**_ Administration and Assessment Development_**
- Research current assessments used at SIIT and other colleges/institutes
- Coordination of all planning and developing of ABE assessment tool
- Review, edit, create, and rewrite SIIT ABE assessment
- Develop a reliable and valid test that will be used to assess adult learners for schooling or academic ability
- Development of a standardized test that will assess areas such as Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Number Operations, and Problem Solving
- Write clear well-designed assessment content which may include instruction manual, ABE assessment tool, and scoring sheet
- Implementing, training, and facilitating all components of the ABE assessment tool
- Create procedures for administering, marking, and scoring assessment
- Working collaboratively with the ABE and other departments to pilot the SIIT Adult Achievement Test

**_
Student Success_**
- Respect, honour and acknowledge the uniqueness of each student including: their unique languages, cultures, traditions, histories and prior learning and life experiences
- Create and maintain a positive learning environment that provides the opportunity for meaningful learning and academic progress

**_
Relationship Management_**
- Adhere to and promote academic regulations and SIIT policies and procedures
- Develop and maintain respectful relations through the use of problem solving and constructive resolution
- Collaborate and collect information as required to support successful outcomes
- Provide regular and effective communication to stakeholders to ensure they stay informed and engaged
- Demonstrate leadership and initiative in sharing research and outcomes with key academic leaders
- Ensure a positive, diverse and inclusive work and learning environment
- Communicate with colleagues to better understand their vision and goals

**Required Qualifications and Experience**:A Master's degree in Education, specifically in Educational Psychology is preferred. Experience developing standardized testing and analyzing data using statistical software is required. Experience and knowledge with the Canadian Adult Achievement Test or other forms of assessment is considered an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. For success in this position, a genuine commitment to help adults learn and succeed is required. Knowledge of First Nations Culture and organizations would be an asset.

**Required Competencies**:Flexible and Adaptable; Effective Communication; Relationship Building; Results Oriented; Student Focus; Communication (Written); Knowledge and Expertise; Teamwork.



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