Contractor, HiSET Test Development Writer/Reviewer

Title: Contractor, HiSET Test Development Writer/Reviewer

Location: UK-Remote

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About the Role 

PSI Services, a global leader in workforce management solutions and delivery of testing programs, is currently seeking to establish an ongoing relationship with independent contractors to support our item and test development review activities for a high-stakes nationally administered high school equivalency assessment (HiSET). The review process involves reviewing sets of independent or discrete multiple-choice items, as well as stimulus passages, images, and other input materials with dependent multiple-choice items. Content development centers around stimulus passage and item writing and curriculum and resource development.

We have an immediate need for experienced and qualified reviewers to review, improve, and/or enhance test items to prepare them for publication for HiSET practice and operational tests within the conditions, timeframes, and arrangements set by PSI. We are looking for strong subject matter experts to review content for the English language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science domains. Future work may include curriculum development that aligns with HiSET standards and supports test preparation. If you are an experienced writer, reviewer, and/or curriculum developer, we encourage you to apply now.

This work will be completed remotely and is expected to begin in 2026. Recruited contractors will be approached for their availability, and the level of work required will vary depending on internal requirements. Successful applicants may be required to attend a paid remote training session prior to beginning review processes.

 Role Responsibilities 

• Review and update assessment items and explanations with attention to:
• external standards, such as College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education, and Next Generation Science Standards
• quality control of test items
• style and format
• fact-checking
• consistency of terminology
• exam-specific criteria
• principles of good question construction
• clarity
• clarification of content issues
• evaluation of edits/comments and flawed items in a timely manner
• Help resolve reviewer and client feedback on test items and test forms
• Assist with test construction activities
• Ensure the items and forms meet the test blueprints and standards as required and that newly developed items are free of bias
• Collaborate with the curriculum and academic team to develop a curriculum that supports test takers and adult educators
• Be a qualified and licensed teacher with at least 5 years of experience teaching at the K-12 or adult education levels, specifically in the following subject areas:
• Mathematics
• Science
• Social Studies
• Reading
• Writing
• Have demonstrable experience with item writing, reviewing, and editing exam-like questions for high school or adult education students and/or curriculum development for K-16 education
• Proficiency using Microsoft tools, such as Word, Excel, and SharePoint
• Strong familiarity with CCRS terminology and standard style manuals
• Excellent proofreading skills and strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrative ability to manage time and meet strict deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that allow the reviewer to engage professionally, confidently, and effectively with a variety of stakeholders
• Must be able to work independently and accept full responsibility for quality and timeliness of work
• Must demonstrate trustworthiness and commitment to maintain confidentiality and integrity of secure test materials (as will be detailed in a non-disclosure agreement)
• Must have a secure personal device, which is compliant with our minimum specifications (as will be detailed in the contract), a reliable internet connection, and a private personal e-mail address
• Must reside in and be legally authorized to work in the United States

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements

• Be a qualified and licensed teacher with at least 5 years of experience teaching at the K-12 or adult education levels, specifically in the following subject areas:
• Mathematics
• Science
• Social Studies
• Reading
• Writing
• Have demonstrable experience with item writing, reviewing, and editing exam-like questions for high school or adult education students and/or curriculum development for K-16 education
• Proficiency using Microsoft tools, such as Word, Excel, and SharePoint
• Strong familiarity with CCRS terminology and standard style manuals
• Excellent proofreading skills and strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrative ability to manage time and meet strict deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that allow the reviewer to engage professionally, confidently, and effectively with a variety of stakeholders
• Must be able to work independently and accept full responsibility for quality and timeliness of work
• Must demonstrate trustworthiness and commitment to maintain confidentiality and integrity of secure test materials (as will be detailed in a non-disclosure agreement)
• Must have a secure personal device, which is compliant with our minimum specifications (as will be detailed in the contract), a reliable internet connection, and a private personal e-mail address
• Must reside in and be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Familiarity with copyright requirements
• Experience with high stakes assessments 
• Experience as an item writer for high stakes assessments

If interested, please submit a complete application that includes your CV and cover letter. Successful applicants may be required to complete a screening task.

All materials must be submitted by October 20th to be considered.

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