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Manager Psychometrics
Company: Ascend Learning
Location: Other US Location
Posted Aug 07, 2023
Education Applicants must possess a doctorate 5 + years of experience or equivalent professional experience in educational measurement, psychometrics, industrial/organizational psychology, experimental psychology, or a related field. Qualifications & Experience Qualified candidates must demonstrate and display all of Ascend's core values: passionate, selfless, courageous, inclusive, embracing change, and accountable.Applicants must possess a doctorate or equivalent professional experience in educational measurement, psychometrics, industrial/organizational psychology, experimental psychology, or a related field.A minimum of five years of experience working with high stakes assessment programs or professional certification organizations.Experience designing and conducting psychometric analyses in support of testing programs is essential.Understanding of concepts central to psychometrics: classical test theory, equating, and item response theory, and standard setting.Experience using statistical analysis software (e.g., SAS, WINSTEPS) and Microsoft Office suite is required.Strong presentation, organizational, problem-solving, communication and customer service expertise with great attention to details.Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and keep pace with project timelines.Comfortable working in an iterative, user-driven design process.Familiarity with healthcare industry, certification/licensure programs, and accrediting organizations (e.g., National Commission of Certifying Agencies) is preferred.Ability to independently analyze, research, and propose solutions to current and future measurement problems, and to communicate those solutions effectively is required. Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). Responsibilities & Duties Manage applied psychometrics team and drive progress for project tasks related to the team's work.Plan psychometric team tasks with cross-functional teams for assigned projects (e.g., product development, project management, test development). Participate in project budget discussions to support capital planning process.Oversee the conduct of psychometric analyses to support product development and outcomes research (e.g., use of classical test theory and IRT, validation of equating, and standard setting). Communicate technical psychometric concepts orally and in writing to all customer bases, including non-technical audiences.Lead team to conduct product research. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Investigate new methodologies to keep assessment programs modern and up to date with needs of markets.Guide and effectively mentor early career psychometricians.Work directly with Innovation Learning Sciences leadership team, business product teams and technology teams to help design and build strong product lines that are integrated into our technology services platforms.Advise and assist in the design of technology-driven measurement systems for automated reporting, use of AI and continuous product improvement.Work effectively with cross-functional teams demonstrating strong presentation, organizational, problem-solving, communication and customer service expertise with great attention to details and deadlines. This position is based in our Leawood, KS office as a hybrid position or can be a remote position. No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted.
Accountant
Company: Ascend Learning
Location: Other US Location
Posted Aug 05, 2023
Responsibilities & Duties: Perform the month-end close duties for multiple business units, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, expense accruals, financial statement analytics, and month-end reporting packagesAnalyze, research, and document monthly profit and loss variances to budget and lead the monthly review meetings with accounting and finance leadership for multiple business unitsPartner with the financial planning and analysis team and business operations leadership for financial analysis and to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial informationPerform technical accounting research when necessaryReview, evaluate, and assist with the implementation and/or improvement of internal controlsSupport the external audit through the preparation, review, and delivery of requested schedulesAssist in the documentation and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and processesAssist with the integration of acquired businesses as necessaryRespond to ad hoc data or reporting requestsSupport special projects as needed Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's preferred; CPA preferred1+ years of relevant accounting experience; public accounting experience is preferredWorking knowledge of GAAPAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly ExcelExperience with Great Plains and Management Reporter is preferred Skills & Abilities: Excellent critical thinking and analytical skillsProcess improvement mindsetOrganized and self-directed with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detailProven track record of increased job responsibilities and expanded rolesCommitment to the highest standards of honesty and integrityOutstanding interpersonal skills and an excellent written and verbal communicator Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We believe in trust, transparency, freedom and responsibility with a commitment to meritocracy, inclusion and diversity of thought. Ascend Learning is headquartered in Burlington, MA with additional office locations and remote workers in cities across the U.S. Job Overview: This position leads the monthly accounting close and financial analysis for multiple Ascend business units. No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. The role ensures the preparation of accurate and timely financial results by partnering with the financial planning and analysis team as well as operating teams to ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial information. LI-JD1 Continual investment in our over 1400 employees is also a core principle realized through ongoing professional development and providing opportunities to grow, develop and lead. Ascend Learning (Ascend) is a national leader in data driven, online educational solutions for learners, educators and employers in high-growth, licensure-driven professions spanning healthcare, fitness and wellness, skilled trades, insurance and financial services. We are passionate about accelerating learning while impacting job readiness, employment success and employee retention with the belief that our work changes lives.
Lead PHP Software Engineer
Company: Ascend Learning
Location: Other US Location
Posted Aug 11, 2023
Education & Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in software development for web-based applicationsRelevant degree, certificate, or equivalent experiencePHP, MySQL work experience requiredProficient with HTML/CSS/JavaScriptAJAX, XML, JSONGit, Docker, Kubernetes, containerizationWell-versed in Linux (command line)Experience mentoring engineers preferred Additional Preferred Experience: Healthcare experienceNetwork administrationServer setup/configuration and other DevOps functionsMobile application developmentExperience with Selenium or other automated/regression testing a plus Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). This position will work hybrid from our Leawood, Kansas office location preferred. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Other Ascend Learning office locations/hybrid or remote may be considered. Model a growth-mindset.Think critically, refactor, and champion modernization efforts to continuously improve the software.Demonstrate thought leadership and a focus on code quality.Capable of working independently, as well as with team members on different teams and in different locations.Perform code reviews with other team members in a reviewer capacity.Support deployments outside of work hours and participate in an on-call rotation.Participate in architecture and design processes. No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. The lead position will provide technical expertise and mentorship, not direct management of other developers. We believe in trust, transparency, freedom, and responsibility with a commitment to meritocracy, inclusion, and diversity of thought. Responsibilities Hands-on development and support for legacy software application within a SAFe® Agile team.Mentor/lead other developers through code reviews and code demos. As a lead PHP software engineer, you will have the autonomy to shape and evolve a legacy PHP platform.
School Operations Manager
Company: Parallel Learning
Location: Remote
Posted Aug 14, 2023
We provide a variety of services, including: Psychological Assessment & TherapyCounselingSpeech-Language TherapySpecial EducationAnd more!Want to know what it's like working here? We connect students with qualified professionals while significantly reducing waiting times, costs, and confusion. To us, this means helping them build confidence in their unique strengths and create strategies to work around their challenges. Parallel simplifies the process of getting support for learning differences by consolidating providers and resources on a single platform. )What You’ll Need A great fit for this role will have:A bachelor's degree, 5+ years of relevant work experiencePrevious experience in people management Professional experience working in operations that are customer facing or alongside customer facing teamsPrevious experience managing standard operating procedures, training, and building processesPrevious experience reporting KPIs and OKRs, or other performance metricsStrong customer service skills and mentality Detail oriented and excellent written communication skillsTech savvy and able to come up to speed quickly on new systems (e.g. Check out our Glassdoor reviews! Zendesk)Bonus points if you have prior experience in a high growth start-up or other fast-paced work environment&128075; About UsParallel is the first tech-forward provider of care for learning and thinking differences across the United States. )Reports To: School Operations Manager About This RoleAs a School Operations Manager, you’ll partner with our customer success team and operational leadership team to deliver an exceptional experience for our school partners and ensure that their students are receiving the best care possible. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to:Manage and grow a team of talented operations associates Build an efficient operational system based on key business metricsLearn new skills in a rapidly changing environment What You’ll DoOwn management of a team of school operations associates (U.S. based to start), including:Training, onboarding, and performance management Monitoring and reporting on team performance against key performance indicators, driven by an understanding of business needsBuilding team engagement and and intentional, inclusive culture Developing team members along their career growth goalsSchool operations support management and customer serviceBuild processes and map handoffs within an evolving team structure (including non-U.S. based team members), creating a playbook of documentation as the team growsSupport building a ticketing system that is closely monitored and provides actionable insights to the operationsKeep the customer and student experience front of mind, and build and create ways to increase transparency around this internally (alongside Director of School Ops)Serve as a point of escalation for operations associates, triaging and flagging to leadershipPartner with stakeholders to update and own clear school ops processes, training materials, SoPs and other materialsServe as an expert on school operations within the companyCollaborate cross functionally with product, clinical, provider operations, and other teams to ensure that school operations perspective is represented on roadmaps accurately and effectively (alongside Director of School Ops)Partner closely with Customer Success team to ensure that customer expectations are exceeded Support strategically on system improvements and scaleSupport the Director of School Ops on developing a roadmap of short and long term visionDevelop pilots and other appropriate approaches to system improvementsHave a voice with leadership to demonstrate the operational perspective and visionManage vendor relationships were relevant (mailroom operations, e.g. We believe learning differences are parallel ways of thinking that should be celebrated! Job DetailsRole Type: Full-Time Location: Fully Remote (You can be based anywhere in the United States! Our mission is to provide students with the resources and encouragement to succeed in the classroom and beyond.
Data Analyst/Business Intelligence Analyst
Company: Ascend Learning
Location: Other US Location
Posted Aug 14, 2023
The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) is seeking a Data Analyst/Business Intelligence Analyst to join their team. The role involves building innovative analytical solutions, working closely with internal teams, and strategically influencing an analytics roadmap. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 4+ years of experience, and a strong desire to make a positive impact on the organization.
Project Manager
Company: Ascend Learning
Location: Other US Location
Posted Aug 13, 2023
Ascend Learning is a national leader in data-driven, online educational solutions for various professions. They are passionate about accelerating learning and impacting job readiness, employment success, and employee retention. The company's culture is results-driven, selfless, and focused on customers. They value trust, transparency, freedom, and responsibility, and are committed to meritocracy, inclusion, and diversity of thought. Ascend Learning is hiring a Project Manager in their Gilbert, AZ office for a full-time position.
Business Solutions Manager
Company: Ascend Learning
Location: Other US Location
Posted Aug 21, 2023
Responsibilities: Lead and guide a team of Business Solutions Specialists.Manage and develop Business Solutions' processes, procedures, and best practices.Setup new clients, products, pricing, and contracts.Collaborate, problem solve, and strategize upcoming client meetings and assist with preparing necessary documentation.Execute and manage all of client contracts.Maintains quality service by monitoring SLA standards and advising supervisor of potential problems.Create and manage fund transactions, payments, invoicing, remittance, statements, etc.Execute and manage projects and assigned work within allotted timeline. Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). Objectives of this role: Leading the Business Solutions team, from managing the department to developing it for scalability and sustained growth, with all the people, processes, and strategies.Collaborate and communicate effectively with various internal departments to maintain and strengthen processes for the business unit. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We believe in trust, transparency, freedom, and responsibility with a commitment to meritocracy, inclusion, and diversity of thought. Skills: Ability to delegate tasks and track progress of team initiatives.Active team player, self-starter, and multitasker who can quickly adjust priorities.Negotiation and presentation skills.Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong interpersonal skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Up-to-date understanding of the industry's consumer behavior.Exceptional analytical skills for analyzing client data.Time management skills.Advanced motivational and negotiation skills. Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.Minimum 5 years of related professional experience preferred.Demonstrated experience leading a team.Learning Management System experience is a plus.Proven track record of meeting or exceeding quotas and receiving positive customer feedback.Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Excel and PowerPoint), Smartsheet, and DocuSign. No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Ascend Learning is headquartered in Burlington, MA with additional office locations and remote workers in cities across the U.S. ExamFX, a division of Ascend Learning, is the industry leader in online training for insurance licensing and securities exams. As a nationally-approved education provider, our course content is constantly being updated to align with the ever-changing information presented in state exams.
Senior Engineering Manager
Company: Parallel Learning
Location: Remote
Posted Aug 15, 2023
We connect students with qualified professionals while significantly reducing waiting times, costs, and confusion. We provide a variety of services, including: Psychological Assessment & TherapyCounselingSpeech-Language TherapySpecial EducationAnd more!Want to know what it's like working here? Also if you’ve worked with WebRTC! To us, this means helping them build confidence in their unique strengths and create strategies to work around their challenges. Parallel simplifies the process of getting support for learning differences by consolidating providers and resources on a single platform. In addition, you’ll need:5-8 years of experience in software engineering, with 3+ years in a management roleExperience working with early-stage startups is a plus, but not requiredStrong leadership and communication skillsProven track record of delivering products within scope and on timeExperience in Agile methodologies, with a strong bias toward actionExperience in recruiting and hiring engineering talent for startups, with a focus on identifying candidates who are a good fit for a fast-paced startup environmentStrong experience with JavaScript/TypeScript (We use React)Able to cover NYC hours give or take 1 timezoneHigh energy, self-direction, stamina, and possessing a strong work ethicAbility to build small, tolerate tech debt, and move fast.Must be authorized to work in the USBachelor’s degree preferredBonus points if you know Google Cloud Platform and have worked with big data, event streaming, and lambda architectures. Check out our Glassdoor reviews! *The annual base salary range for this role is $180,000 - $200,000, and offers would include competitive equity.&128075; About UsParallel is the first tech-forward provider of care for learning and thinking differences across the United States. The ideal candidate will have worked in fast-paced, agile startup environments, and possess a strong technical background. We use Tailwind to keep the UI looking sharpWhat You’ll DoLead and manage a small team of engineersDevelop and maintain engineering processes and standards to improve productivity and code quality in a lean startup environmentCollaborate with product management and other key stakeholders to deliver products on time and meet business objectivesManage project timelines and budgets, ensuring that projects are completed within scope and on time, with a focus on iterating and shipping quicklyProvide technical guidance and support to the engineering team, including code reviews and technical design/decision makingDrive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize engineering processes and practicesActively participate in the recruitment and hiring of excellent engineering talent fit for a fast-paced startup environmentWhat You’ll Need This position is perfect for someone with management experience working with early-stage startups. We believe learning differences are parallel ways of thinking that should be celebrated!
Chief of Staff to COO
Company: Parallel Learning
Location: Remote
Posted Aug 14, 2023
We provide a variety of services, including: Psychological Assessment & TherapyCounselingSpeech-Language TherapySpecial EducationAnd more!Want to know what it's like working here? This role will be critical to assuring quality of all our services, developing new programs and services, and other initiatives to ensure that our students receive the best care possible with Parallel. You’ll be responsible for the scoping and executing projects that ensure Parallel meets both our maximum business potential and our vision for clinical excellence.This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to:Work cross functionally to execute key projects Collaborate with senior level leaders to translate vision into impact Improve clinical outcomes and quality of care Take part in driving and executing strategy decisionsWhat You’ll DoSupport the COO and the CCO to scope and prioritize projects and initiativesTrack progress of strategic initiatives and projects across the operations and clinical organization Directly lead the execution of strategic initiatives across operations and clinical operations and cross-functionally, including but not limited to: Operationalize and maintain our clinical outcomes tracking program Manage our data collection systems to track and measure clinical outcomes Continuously improve upon outcome tracking systems and processes Lead efforts to increase response rate and data validity Leverage data collected to improve service outcomes with partnership with clinical and operational leadership Collaborate with sales and marketing to make use of outcome dataPartner with clinical leadership to scope, design and implement new clinical programs Scope new clinical services taking into account clinical impact, business strategy, and ease of operations Collaborate cross functionally to identify and prioritize opportunities Design and execute clinical service pilot programs Measure the financial and business impact of clinical pilot programs Collaborate with product, engineering and other key teams scope necessary platform improvementsProject manage the launch of new clinical services Translate priorities into operational and product realities Act as the liaison between clinical, operational leadership, operations, and the product teamIntegrate clinical program priorities with business objectives to define clinical product priorities Partner with product and engineering to design and execute on technical improvements for the clinical team Manage data collection and OKR reporting across the operations and clinical teams What You’ll Need A great fit for this role will have:A bachelor's degree, 5+ years of relevant work experienceProven track record implementing complex cross-functional projects Business acumen and ability to translate projects into business impact Ability to analyze and draw insights from data to make decisions Previous experience managing standard operating procedures, training, and building processesDetail oriented and excellent written communication skillsPrevious experience working with clinicians in a health care environment Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast pace high growth start-up environment Bonus points if you have prior experience in education or ed-tech&128075; About UsParallel is the first tech-forward provider of care for learning and thinking differences across the United States. To us, this means helping them build confidence in their unique strengths and create strategies to work around their challenges. Parallel simplifies the process of getting support for learning differences by consolidating providers and resources on a single platform. We connect students with qualified professionals while significantly reducing waiting times, costs, and confusion. )Reports To: COOAbout This RoleAs the Chief of Staff to COO, you’ll partner closely with our Chief Operations Officer, Chief Clinical Officer, and other key executives to operationalize strategic projects that are critical to delivering and improving upon our clinical service delivery and outcome. Check out our Glassdoor reviews! Job DetailsRole Type: Full-Time Location: Fully Remote (You can be based anywhere in the United States! We believe learning differences are parallel ways of thinking that should be celebrated! Our mission is to provide students with the resources and encouragement to succeed in the classroom and beyond.
Product Owner
Company: Ascend Learning
Location: Other US Location
Posted Aug 21, 2023
Ascend Learning is a national leader in data-driven, online educational solutions for learners, educators, and employers in high-growth, licensure-driven professions. They are passionate about accelerating learning and impacting job readiness, employment success, and employee retention. The company's culture is results-driven, selfless, and focused on customers. They invest in employees through ongoing professional development and provide opportunities for growth, development, and leadership. The position of NHA Product Owner involves driving the successful delivery of complex initiatives, representing the business, and collaborating with teams throughout the product lifecycle.
Client Account Manager- Post Grad
Company: Ascend Learning
Location: Other US Location
Posted Aug 13, 2023
Ascend Learning is a national leader in data-driven, online educational solutions for learners, educators, and employers in high-growth, licensure-driven professions. They are passionate about accelerating learning and impacting job readiness, employment success, and employee retention. The company has a results-driven and selfless culture with a focus on customers. They offer evidence-based solutions for nursing education and provide best-in-class support and expertise from nursing educators. Ascend Learning is hiring a Client Account Manager-NCLEX Services to support ATI clients and has a hybrid schedule at the Leawood, KS office location.
Senior Software Engineer
Company: Ascend Learning
Location: Other US Location
Posted Aug 21, 2023
Ascend Learning, a national leader in online educational solutions, is hiring a senior software engineer for their ClickSafety brand. The role involves developing, testing, and maintaining software applications using cutting-edge technologies. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a computer-related field, 5+ years of relevant experience, and extensive knowledge in .NET Core, Angular, TypeScript, SQL, and microservice-based architecture. The company values a results-driven culture, trust, transparency, and diversity, offering opportunities for professional growth and development.