Quality Assurance Hourly

Summary:

We are looking for a  Test Publishing Quality Assurance (TPQA) role to join our team. Our custom teacher licensure testing programs are aligned to state and national 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. 

The Test Publishing Quality Assurance (TPQA) role is on the staff of the Test Construction and Publishing (TCP) group. This individual works as a member of the Test Construction and Publishing (TCP) group with other Quality Assurance staff, Test Publishers, and team leaders to produce content rich databases that support computer-based tests. In this role, you’ll apply your proven skills of quality control to a wide range of materials. You’ll support multiple projects simultaneously to meet client-driven deadlines in our collaborative environment. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensures accuracy of the content as it is handled throughout the materials production process 
• Performs various quality control checks, such as item accounting and item formatting 
• Performs various technical checks including cross referencing documentation to the functionality and navigation of the computer-based exam and the results files 
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date work plans and tracking logs; provides status to management 
• Works collaboratively with associates to meet client driven deadlines 

Skills And Qualifications:

We are seeking a detail-oriented individual with proven quality control skills, and in addition: 

• Superior attention to detail 
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills 
• Effective communication and negotiation skills 
• Proficiency with Microsoft systems/software (Outlook, Word, Excel), PDF software, file management, and computer/internet-based navigation; ability to master new technology 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment; flexible and adaptable to changing priorities 
• Experience with collaborative, team-based efforts 
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously and coordinating the efforts of others to meet shared goals 
• Bachelor's degree. Bachelor's degree in English preferred 
• Copy-editing experience is a plus but not required 

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location.