Job description for the NEDP (National External Diploma Program) Assessor (Temporary/Seasonal)

 

Reports To: Adult Education Program Coordinator
Location: Enfield Public Schools Adult Education Program
Employment Type: Temporary/Seasonal (Evenings and/or Weekends as scheduled)

 

Class Description

Responsible for planning, instructing, administering, and evaluating web-based diagnostic and assessment instruments for clients in the National External Diploma Program®, following all CCBC/CAFL/NEDP®/CASAS Maryland Department of Labor guidelines.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s degree preferred
• One year of adult education experience and/or teaching adults.
• One year of experience with the administration of computer-based curriculum. 
• Must meet program administration qualifications as required by CASAS and pass all NEDP® Advisor/Assessor certifications within 90 days of training. 
• Proficient with technology, including use of the Internet for research purposes, as well as proficiency in software applications: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Class Specific Essential Duties

1. Responsible for maintaining and updating client schedules and client program records. 
2. Provide structured guidance for open laboratory student learning in academic areas, including but not limited to higher-level reading, writing, math skills to include algebra and geometry, test preparation, and technology.
3. Instruct clients in the use of online NEDP®, present all program materials to clients, and evaluate clients submitted work, both virtually and face-to-face.
4. Identify and resolve various program assessment issues, such as discrepancies, system/computer technical problems, potential academic honesty and code of conduct violations, security concerns, and inconsistencies in service, as well as complaints and concerns, efficiently and effectively.
5. Review and evaluate clients’ electronic portfolios. 
6. Communicate effectively to clients the results of the evaluation process.
7. Assist clients with establishing short- and long-range goals and objectives.
8. Collect necessary data from clients.
9. Attend scheduled staff meetings and staff development sessions.