Kym Cravey
Boerne,Texas
Summary
Assessment specialist with 18 years of experience in management, development, and evaluation of assessments focusing on biology and life science K-12. Knowledgeable of all test creation procedures: item development, form building, blueprint design, item development plan, item specifications, and statistical review. Development of MC and TEI item types. Able to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. Experience with SME recruitment, management, and group facilitation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Content Developer
Prometric
05.2021 - Current
- Oversee Subject Matter Experts in development of test items based on test specifications/test objectives according to industry best practices
- Facilitate in-person and virtual content development workshops with subject matter experts (SMEs)
- Provide constructive feedback to external item writers with varying levels of experience
- Research and draft test specifications/test objectives.
- Manage multiple projects - currently managing seven different projects.
- Develop and maintain schedule for item reviews and item writings
- Review items for content, accuracy, and standard match.
- Perform desk studies and assist in job analysis (mainly focus groups).
- Developed and updated test content specifications to ensure validity and reliability
- Created, reviewed, and facilitated the development of test items for written examinations
- Conduct PIN and item analysis calls
- Consulted with clients on best practices for assessment development
- Coordinated with subject matter experts for accurate representation of technical information in accessible language.
- Developed comprehensive style guides to ensure consistent voice and tone across all communication channels.
Science Content Specialist
Peason
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Facilitated item and exam development committee meetings, both on-site and virtually
- Provided client-facing documentation and reports regarding assessment processes
- Developed life science passages and items to NGSS for NJ project
- Primary test developer for grade 5 science for TX project; 99% acceptance rate by TEA
- Reviewed items for content, accuracy, and standard match
- Build test forms to statistical and content blueprint
- Reviewed test forms for cueing and key checks
- Edited item specs based on committee feedback
Senior Testing Specialist
Data Recognition Corporation
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with development teams to address defects, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Developed life science passages and items to NGSS for NV project.
- Developed test forms based on state curriculum and standards
- Facilitated teacher item reviews for content, bias, and sensitivity
- Reviewed items for content, accuracy, and standard match
- Reviewed test forms for cueing and key checks
- Reviewed study guides and parent assessment guides
- Built test forms to statistical and blueprint match
- 90% acceptance rate by client for grade 5 and grade 8 life science items
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture-Animal Science
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12-1994
Secondary Science Teaching Certficate - Teaching Certificate
University of Texas San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-1999
Skills
- Test Content Specification
- Item and Test Development
- Certification and Licensure exams
- Statistical review for PIN calls
- SME Management
- Content Evaluation
- Item Bank Management
- Group Facilitation
- Item Writer Training
- Time Management and Organizational Skills
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Timeline
Sr. Content Developer
Prometric
05.2021 - Current
Science Content Specialist
Peason
05.2019 - 05.2021
Senior Testing Specialist
Data Recognition Corporation
06.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture-Animal Science
Texas State University
Secondary Science Teaching Certficate - Teaching Certificate
University of Texas San Antonio
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