ALUM ROCK UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASS TITLE: ASSESSMENT TECHNICIAN BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the assigned management and/or supervisory position, perform specialized language assessment activities to determine fluency for incoming students to the District; test and place students. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Assess incoming students in language fluency by administering various test instruments in English and a designated second language; score tests; assist in the placement of students in appropriate District programs. Enter student and testing data into appropriate databases; maintain lists of students tested at the Center; review computer-generated reports and monitor progress of students. Schedule and perform District and site testing and redesignation activities; travel to various sites to administer tests as needed. Prepare student files for the District office and for school sites. Prepare and maintain records and reports related to assigned activities. Perform oral and written translations as needed. Perform various clerical duties. Perform related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Methods of assessing and testing students for language fluency. Correct oral and written usage of English and a designated second language. District bilingual programs. Record-keeping and filing techniques Regulations and parent’s rights related to the English Learners” program. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Oral and written communication skills. Operation of a computer terminal. ABILITY TO: Perform language assessment activities to determine fluency for incoming students. Read, write, translate and interpret English and a designated second language. Monitor progress of students. Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Maintain records and prepare reports. Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions. Work independently with little direction. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school and two years experience in a bilingual program, or equivalent (preferred). LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Speak, read and write in a designated second language to effectively communicate with limited English or non-English speaking students and parents in oral and written form. Valid California driver’s license. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone. Seein9 to read. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard. Sitting for extended periods of time. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching. Light lifting up to 14 (20 Ibs) lbs. SALARY RANGE: 6.5 WORK YEAR: 9.5 months, 10, 12 months BARGAINING UNIT: CSEA DATE APPROVED: 11/15/07