Director I, AP Computer Science Principles – Curriculum and Assessment

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Ensure the quality and validity of AP Computer Science Principles examinations, course materials, and professional development resources.

• Oversee the creation, revision, management, and scoring material development for assessments.

• Appropriately utilize generative AI for authoring and reviewing assessment content.

• Collaborate with subject-matter experts, such as college professors and secondary school educators, for training purposes.

• Act as a liaison between academic professionals and psychometricians.

• Create formative assessment resources and materials for teachers.

• Serve as the main contact for committees and communities of subject-matter experts.

• Direct the development of AP Computer Science Principles assessment forms in accordance with curricula and testing specifications.

• Organize Test Development Committee meetings and oversee committee contributors and reviewers.

• Recruit educators for development committees and opportunities within the AP Program.

• Manage annual AP Reading scoring events and produce associated publications.

• Monitor the validity, security, reliability, fairness, quality, and consistency of exams.

• Collaborate on establishing fair, reliable, and valid cut scores.

• Refine the AP Computer Science Principles Course Framework and associated learning outcomes.

• Assist in the development and market testing of new AP Computer Science Principles products.

• Engage with educators to enhance teacher satisfaction.

• Work in partnership with AP Professional Learning and Higher Education teams.

• Increase awareness of AP Computer Science Principles courses and exams within colleges and universities.

• Participate in AP Faculty Colloquia and Visiting and Virtual Fellows Programs.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field is required.

• Familiarity with current trends in Computer Science is essential.

• Expertise in Computer Science Principles is necessary.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in standardized assessment development or similar roles.

• Experience with digital assessment and teaching is preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must.

• Solid technical skills are required.

• A customer-focused approach is essential.

• Excellent organizational and planning abilities are needed.

• Capability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining meticulous attention to detail, including proofreading, is necessary.

• Proven ability to implement processes and procedures efficiently.

• Experience in managing project plans and schedules and maintaining documentation is required.

• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit are essential.

• Ability to work effectively at all organizational levels and provide constructive feedback is important.

• Willingness to travel 6–8 times annually, plus up to two additional weeks for AP Reading.

• Must be eligible and authorized to work in the United States.

• A passion for enhancing educational and career opportunities with a mission-driven focus is required.

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies are important.

• Openness to experimenting with and adopting AI-driven solutions is necessary.

• Comfort with independently and proactively learning and applying new digital tools is essential.

• A learner’s mindset and commitment to personal growth are required.

• A strong drive for impact and excellence is important.

• A collaborative and empathetic approach is essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual performance bonuses.

• Opportunities for merit-based raises and promotions.

• A supportive team environment.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• A mission-driven workplace where your contributions are valued.

• Team investment in your development and success.

• Remote-first workplace policy.

• Equal opportunity employment.