Special Testing Assistant-Admin

Job Description

Job Description

Who we are?
Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves an inclusive community of about 1,700 students on two campuses -- one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx and the other in Manhattan.

What is essential about working at our school?
The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of inclusion and belonging deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace all aspects of an individual, including their ancestry, family, identity, culture, and beliefs. We affirm both our differences and commonalities and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students’ cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives and see the world beyond the self.

We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue about living and learning in an inclusive environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic, and progressive school a reality.

Position Summary
The Special Testing Assistant works to support the management of the Testing Center. This role will report directly to the Executive Director of Student Support & Wellness, while receiving daily guidance from the Special Testing Coordinator. We are looking for passionate educators to join our community who are committed to progressive education, who consider ethics to be at the core of their work with students and colleagues, and who will contribute to the academic success of all of our students.

The Testing Center operates from 8:30 am-3:00 pm three days per week and 7:30 am-6:00 pm two days per week. Please note that the days of the week may vary.

This is a full time 10-month exempt position, and the hiring range will be $55,000-$60,000. When determining the salary for a position, ECFS considers factors including, but not limited to: the scope and responsibilities of the position, internal peer equity, key skills required for the role, the candidate’s work experience, education, and training, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Please note that this is an onsite role and not performed remotely. Ethical Culture Fieldston School retains its right to modify job duties in accordance with changing operational needs.

Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities of the role will include:

• Assisting the Special Testing Coordinator with managing the in-house Testing Center for middle and upper school students;
• Supervising the Testing Center location in the Special Testing Coordinator’s absence;
• Establishing and communicating testing protocols and processes for faculty to coordinate and schedule assessments for students who use the Test Center;
• Assisting with creating, distributing, and communicating the Test Center schedule to students, faculty, and administration;
• Assisting with managing and organizing accommodations for daily, midterm, and final assessments;
• Working with the Special Testing Coordinator to schedule special testing windows;
• Administering special testing examinations for standardized tests (SAT/PSAT/ACT);
• Ensuring the confidentiality of student information as necessary;
• Fostering positive relationships with team members and various stakeholders;
• Maintaining compliance with all school policies, state regulations, and educational standards; and
• Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned.

Position Requirements
The successful incumbent will possess:

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Previous experience working with high school students preferred;
• Previous experience working in an independent school preferred;
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills;
• A high degree of organization, resourcefulness, and attention to detail;
• The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with faculty, administrators, and the overall community;
• The ability to identify issues quickly and problem solve accordingly, and to remain calm in stressful situations that may arise;
• The flexibility to serve as a proctor for national and special testing dates, including weekends and school holidays;
• The ability to work before and after school hours at least two days per week, since the testing center’s hours extend beyond the school day;
• Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance; and
• The ability to cultivate a welcoming culture in which all members of our community feel valued and appreciated.

To apply
All candidates should visit our employment page at to apply. Please send a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information for three references.

EEO
ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to be a welcoming community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status, or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. We are committed to hiring practices that ensure all candidates are given fair consideration in alignment with our institutional mission and goals.