Fast Facts

Join the College Board as a Senior Assessment Specialist focused on ELA/Literacy, where you'll enhance scoring operations for SAT Essay and ACCUPLACER content with your writing assessment expertise.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include expert-level SAT Essay scoring, training and supporting the backreading process, and developing ACCUPLACER/ESL content to ensure scoring accuracy and quality.

Skills: Required skills include strong analytical abilities, mastery of scoring rubrics, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications: A master's degree in a related field and 4-6 years of experience in K–12 or K–16 direct writing assessment are preferred.

Location: This is a fully remote position, but candidates near College Board offices can opt for hybrid work.

Compensation: $68000 - $100000 / Annually

Senior Assessment Specialist, ELA/Literacy

College Board – Learning and Assessment

Location:This is a fully remote role. Candidates who live near CB offices have theoptionof being fully remote or hybrid (Tuesday and Wednesday in office). 

Type:This is a full-time term position that will last for2years from the start date. 

About the Team

As aSenior Assessment Specialist, ELA/Literacywithin our team, you will apply yourexpertisein writing, English language arts, and direct writing assessment to support high-quality scoring operations for SAT Essay and contribute to related assessment initiatives across the organization.

About the Opportunity 

As a Senior Assessment Specialist focused on SAT Essay scoring and ACCUPLACER/ACCUPLACER ESL content development, you will apply your deepexpertisein writing, language, and assessment to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and fairness of human-scored responses and multilingual assessment content. Your close attention to detail, strong command of scoring rubrics, and ability to apply expert judgment consistently will be essential tomaintaininghigh-quality scoring operations. You are analytical, mission-driven, and committed to precision, ensuring that every score supports students’ opportunities and reflects the highest standards ofassessmentquality.

In this role, you will:

Conduct Expert-Level SAT Essay Scoring andBackreading (60%)

• Train to expert level on the SAT Essay scoring task anddemonstratefull mastery of rubric domains and scoring conventions.
• Serve as an expertbackreadersupporting the Automated Essay Scoring (AES) system by verifying the accuracy of machine-generated scores.
• Complete 100% of assigned backreading within requiredtimeframesto ensuretimelyandaccuratescore delivery.
• Participate in calibration activities,maintainingagreement rates that meet or exceed program targets.
• Flag anomalous or rubric-ambiguous responses and provide clear rationale for expert review.

Support Scoring Quality, Calibration, and Process Excellence (15%)

• Monitor scoring patterns andidentifypotential scoringdriftor discrepancies, providing actionable feedback to Psychometrics and Scoring Leadership.
• Participate in ongoing scoring validity checks and quality assurance processes.
• Contribute to improvements in scoring processes, documentation, and scorer guidance.
• Communicate complex scoring issues clearly to cross-functional partners—including Psychometrics, Vendor Management, and Scoring—to ensure alignment and uphold quality standards.

Develop and Review ACCUPLACER and ACCUPLACER ESL Content (15%)

• Train to expert level on ACCUPLACER and ACCUPLACER ESL item authoring and review conventions.
• Author and review items aligned to Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR), National Reporting System (NRS) ESL Benchmarks, Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Benchmarks, and Common Care State Standards (CCSS) Anchor Standards.
• Complete item coding and conduct Content Reviews 1 and 2 for ESL itemssubmittedby outside item writers.
• Support development for TSIA2 and ACCUPLACER Study App materials, including writing and reviewing rationales.
• Support development of high-quality, effective instructional videos for ACCUPLACER Essay Tests.

Advance Research, Development, and Innovation (10%)

• Conduct research to deepen familiarity with federal National Report System (NRS) submission requirements.
• Co-author documentation supporting ACCUPLACER ESL submission for federal approval.
• Contribute insights that improve scoring accuracy, rubric clarity, and test development processes.
• Identifyopportunities to enhance efficiency and quality through improved workflows, guidance materials, or technological tools.

About You

To qualify for this role, you must have: 

• ​Amaster’s degreeor the equivalent education and experience in English, English education, writing, or a closely related field.
• Four to six years of experiencein standardized, large-scale K–12 or K–16 direct writing assessment with a nationally recognized testing organization, publisher, or state testing program (highly preferred).
• Teaching experienceat the middle, secondary, or postsecondary levels (preferred).
• In-depth exposureto state and national curriculum standards (preferred).
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skillsand the ability to clearly articulate scoring rationales and rubric interpretations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, scoring experts, and external partners.
• Solid organizational, time-management, and task-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple scoring activities simultaneously.
• A demonstrated ability towork both independently and as part of a teamin a fast-paced scoring environment.
• Strong attention to detail, especially in the consistent application of scoring rubrics.
• Computer literacy, includingproficiencywith Microsoft Office applications and comfort learning new scoring technologies and platforms.
• The ability and willingness totravel nationallyas needed to support scoring operations or other program activities.
• The ability totravel6-10timesa year to College Board offices or on behalf of College Board business

All roles at College Board require: 

• A passion forexpandingeducationaland careeropportunitiesand mission-driven work
• Authorization to work in the United Statesfor any employer
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, with a willingness to experiment with and adopt new AI-driven solutions anda comfortlearning and applying new digital tools independently and proactively.
• Clear and concise communication skills,written and verbal
• Alearner'smindset and a commitment to growth:welcoming diverse perspectives, giving and receivingtimely, respectful feedback, and continuously improving through iterative learning and user input.
• A drive for impact and excellence:solving complex problems, making data-informed decisions, prioritizing what matters most, and continuously improving through learning, user input, and external benchmarking.
• A collaborative and empathetic approach:working across differences, fostering trust, and contributing to a culture of shared success.

About Our Process 

• Application review will beginimmediatelyand will continue until the position is filled. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.
• Whilethehiring processmay vary, it generallyincludes:resume and application submission, recruiter phone/video screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise such as live coding, a panel interview, a conversation with leadership and reference checks.  

What We Offer

AtCollegeBoard, we offer more than just a paycheck—we provide a meaningful career, a supportive team, and a comprehensive package designed to help you thrive.We’rea self-sustaining nonprofit that believes in fair and competitive compensation, grounded in your qualifications, experience, impact, and the market.

A Thoughtful Approach to Compensation

• The hiring range for this role is $68,000-$100,000
• Your exact salary will depend on your location, experience, and how your background compares to others in similar roles at the College Board.
• We aim to make our best offerupfront—rootedinfairness, transparency, and market data.
• We adjust salaries by location to ensure fairness, no matter where you live.

You’llhave open, transparent conversations about compensation, benefits, and whatit’slike to work atCollegeBoard throughout your hiring process. Check out ourcareerspage for more.