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We are the worldu2019s learning company with more than 24,000 employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class educational content and assessment, powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people. Evaluation Systems of Pearson offers dynamic teacher licensing and performance assessment solutions. Our custom teacher licensure testing programs are 100 percent aligned to state standards. We also provide a wide variety of teacher licensure testing services such as test development, administration, and scoring. We work in a collaborative environment and are passionate about education. Scoring offers the opportunity to network with other professionals and stay abreast of the latest developments in your field. Scorers have a direct impact on the quality of the next generation of teachers and help to maintain professional standards. Scorers enjoy the change of pace, the mental challenge and the opportunity to give back to their educational field. We have immediate openings for candidates to score the subjects below remotely for our San Antonio, TX office: + English Language Arts & Reading 7-12 + PPR Trade and Industrial Education 6-12 + Special Education EC-12 + TX PACT: Speech Key benefits + Starting rate of $17.50 per hour + Flexibility to work scoring sessions that suit your availability + Working remotely Qualifications Applicants must meetallof the following: + Have at least three years of experience teaching the subject you are applying for in the state of Texas + Have taught the subject you are applying for or related courses in a state of Texas classroom within the past three years + Reside in the state of Texas + Hold a bachelor's degree + Basic computer skills (keyboard, mouse) + Ability to sit for extended periods of time + Ability to maintain a confidential work environment + Eligible to work in the United States + Comply with the ethical obligations underu00a7SBEC 230.21 (g)including, but not limited to: + _An educator, candidate, or other test taker shall not:_ + _solicit information about the contents of test items on an examination that the educator, candidate, or other test taker has not already taken from an individual who has had access to those items, or offer information about the contents of specific test items on an examination to individuals who have not yet taken the examination; or_ + _otherwise engage in conduct that amounts to violations of test security or confidentiality integrity, including cheating, deception, or fraud._ Agree to NOT: + use training/experience as a scorer to receive compensation for any work in test preparation related to this assessment + take the exam for the subject you are applying for within 180 days of scoring AND + Must meetoneof the following: + Be a PKu201312 teacher who holds a valid and current teaching certificate in the state of Texas to teach in the subject you are applying for + Be an EPP faculty member of a program, approved by the state of Texas, that offers programs for the subject you are applying for + Be an EPP faculty member teaching courses, approved by the state of Texas, for certification in the subject you are applying for Overall Responsibilities + Evaluate responses to test questions by Texas teacher candidates + Internalize scoring standards, participate in discussions, and engage with other scorers in consensus scoring activities + Recognize and discuss various types of bias (e.g., implicit bias, cultural bias, leniency bias, central tendency bias, halo effect) and effect strategies to reduce personal biases in scoring + Meet quality and productivity requirements established for the scoring program, including passing a qualifying test before scoring Working Conditions Training takes place before scoring begins. There may be a brief orientation meeting before the day of scoring occurs. Scoring sessions take place during the week Monday through Friday. Scoring sessions will occur on an intermittent basis, every 4 to 8 weeks depending on the subject. The scoring day runs from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 4:30 p.m., including training. Note: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. This position is NOT bonus/benefits eligible. Information and guidelines on benefits offered is here. Who we are: At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing . Job: Evaluation Job Family: LEARNING_&_CONTENT_DELIVERY Organization: Assessment & Qualifications Schedule: PART_TIME Workplace Type: Remote Req ID: 23361 #location