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Pearson is hiring an Advanced Associate, Scoring Service to act as the subject matter expert for hand scoring contracts in English Language Arts and Social Studies. The role owns content and quality at the project level, from start-up through post-project analysis. It guides scoring directors, supervisors, and scorers so results meet client expectations for accuracy.

Highlights

Own content and quality deliverables for assigned scoring projects from start-up to post-project analysis
Develop and deliver item-specific training for scoring directors, supervisors, and scorers
Apply knowledge of state and national ELA and Social Studies standards when building scoring materials
Serve as the content expert in meetings with clients and educators
Keep daily communication clear with internal teams and external clients
Meet or exceed quality, efficiency, and delivery targets on every project
Hold a bachelor's degree, with English, social sciences, or humanities preferred
Bring two years of assessment industry experience as a scoring director or similar lead, including leading remote scoring teams
Work fully remotely from a secure home office, with occasional travel of 5 to 10%
Earn a starting rate of $25 per hour in a role that is not bonus eligible

Advanced Associate, Scoring Service Full Description

Basic Purpose and Objectives

The Specialist, Scoring Content and Quality acts as the dedicated Subject Matter Expert (SME) for one or more hand scoring contracts. This position centers on overseeing content and quality at the project level. It ensures scoring tasks achieve exceptional accuracy and comply with client expectations by drawing upon extensive knowledge in English Language Arts (ELA) in both Speaking and Writing.

Organizational Relationships

Reports To: This role reports to a Manager within Scoring Services, Content and Quality.
Directs: This role provides project-level guidance and direction to Scoring Directors and Supervisors on all content- and quality-related activities.

Responsibilities and Duties

As the dedicated owner of project-level content and quality, this role is responsible for:

Project Execution: Assuming direct ownership of all content and quality deliverables for assigned scoring projects, from project start-up through post-project analysis.
Training and Development: Developing and delivering item-specific training to mentor and guide Scoring Directors, Supervisors, and Scorers on all project-specific content and quality expectations.
Content Expertise: Applying thorough knowledge of state and national standards for ELA and Social Studies to guide the development of scoring materials and serve as the subject matter expert in meetings with clients and educators.
Communication and Logistics: Ensuring clear, daily communication with internal teams and external clients to foster a strong team environment and ensure project alignment.

Key Performance Objectives

Consistently meet or exceed quality, efficiency, and delivery targets for all assigned projects.
Develop and maintain a highly engaged and effective team of Scoring Directors and Supervisors.
Establish a strong, collaborative partnership with internal project managers and external clients, serving as a trusted and reliable content expert.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; degree in English, Social Sciences, or Humanities is strongly preferred.
Two (2) years of assessment industry experience as a Scoring Director or equivalent lead role.
Experience leading remote scoring teams in multiple ELA/Social Studies projects.
Strong working knowledge of scoring reports and data-driven management.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office and video conferencing tools.

Working Conditions

Location: This is a fully remote position. The employee must maintain a home office environment that is safe, secure, professional, and conducive to productive work.
Travel: Occasional travel (approximately 5-10%) for client meetings, team workshops, or company events may be required.
Physical Demands: This role involves prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer, as well as frequent use of standard office equipment such as a keyboard, mouse, and video conferencing tools.

Starting hourly rate: $25

NOTE: Applications are accepted until Oct 10, 2026.

This position is not bonus eligible, and information on benefits is here.

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 [email protected].

Job: Evaluation

Job Family: LEARNING_&_CONTENT_DELIVERY

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