Assessment Coordinator 100%

About Our Community

At Zurich International School (ZIS), we foster an engaging and inspiring environment aimed at surfacing each learner's curiosity, critical thinking, and high expectations. Our mission is to empower students to make a positive impact on their families, communities, and the world. We are dedicated to promoting a caring atmosphere that supports the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of all our students, valuing the diversity and plurality of voices within our community.

The Role

We are searching for an organized and detail-oriented individual to assume a key position overseeing standardized assessment processes for students in Grades 7 through 12. This role involves ensuring the seamless administration of various assessments while maintaining the integrity and compliance of the school's testing program. The successful candidate will liaise with global testing bodies to provide every student with a fair and secure testing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Management & Logistics:
  • Create and maintain a master annual assessment calendar to minimize instructional disruption.
  • Order, receive, and securely store testing materials; manage the digital return of scripts and portfolios.
  • Setup appropriate testing environments meeting specific requirements.
• Specialized Exam Coordination:
  • Serve as the official IB Exam Coordinator, managing the IBIS platform and overseeing DP examinations.
  • Coordinate College Board’s AP registration and ensure adherence to proctoring guidelines.
  • Oversee MAP and ERB Writing sessions, ensuring hardware readiness and accuracy.
• Student Support & Accommodations:
  • Collaborate with the Student Support department to ensure accommodations are provided for students with documented needs.
  • Lead the application process for testing accommodations through relevant organizations.
• Communication & Data Integrity:
  • Communicate assessment schedules, expectations, and results to parents as appropriate.
  • Recruit, train, and supervise proctors on exam protocols and academic integrity.
• Technical Coordination:
  • Work with the IT department to ensure optimal performance of the school’s digital testing platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) with relevant experience in educational assessment or coordination.
• Familiarity with ERB, MAP, AP, and IB assessment frameworks.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in data management and analysis.
• A collaborative approach to working across departments and with external agencies.

We aim to engage the strongest candidate and encourage a proactive approach in exploring this vital role within our esteemed educational community.