Make a difference in the state of New York!
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) and Evaluation Systems of Pearson are seeking New York educators who wish to participate in test development activities for the New York State Teacher Certification Examinations™ (NYSTCE®).
Current test development activities include item development and review for existing tests, new test development, and serving as a member of the Content Bias Review Committee.
The involvement of public school educators and educator preparation faculty is critical to the success of the NYSTCE program. Please help us maintain high-quality education in New York. Get involved now!
About
Since its inception, the NYSTCE program has been a collaborative process involving New York State classroom teachers, administrators, and educator preparation faculty. Their expertise helps ensure that each test reflects the knowledge and skills necessary for effective, equitable, and evidence-based teaching and learning across the state.
Committee participation provides educators with an opportunity to contribute directly to NYSED's broader efforts to strengthen educator preparation, support continuous improvement, and advance student learning outcomes. Educators serving on these committees help shape the quality and rigor of certification tests that align with New York State Standards, promote college, career, and civic readiness, and reflect the Board of Regents' vision for educational excellence and equity for all students.
The engagement of practicing educators and faculty from preparation programs is essential to maintaining the validity, relevance, and quality of the NYSTCE program. Your participation helps ensure that New York's certification tests continue to reflect the realities of today's classrooms and the professional standards that guide effective teaching and leadership.
Participants will:
- contribute their expertise to advancing New York State educator development and performance;
- collaborate with colleagues from across the state and gain professional insights from the test development process;
- receive Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) hours;
- be eligible for substitute reimbursement (public school educators only); and
- receive an honorarium of $215 per full day ($100 per half day).
Questions? Please contact Evaluation Systems at EvaluationSystemsCRG@pearson.com.
Development
The development process may include the following activities:
Tests Under Development
Review the list of tests currently being developed. If you are currently certified and practicing in one or more of these tests, or preparing educator candidates in one or more of these tests, then we encourage your participation!
Reimbursement
These guidelines apply to individuals who attend the NYSED and Evaluation Systems test development conferences/meetings for the NYSED.
Additional reimbursement instructions will be made available before each conference/meeting.
Completed forms should be submitted to Evaluation Systems as soon as possible after the conference to ensure reimbursement in four to six weeks.
Please send all correspondence regarding these policies to EvaluationSystemsCRG@pearson.com.
Please note: The Internal Revenue Service requires Evaluation Systems to have a social security number for all conference participants receiving expense reimbursements.
Substitute Teacher
During the school year (contract days), Evaluation Systems will reimburse a public school educator's district for the cost of a substitute teacher.
Please note that payment will come from Evaluation Systems and will be sent directly to the committee member's designated school/district office.
Your Reimbursement
Your expense reimbursement will be sent within approximately four to six weeks upon receipt of your correctly completed expense statement(s) and if you have submitted the following:
- W–9 form
- Substitute Reimbursement Form (if applicable)
Please note that a new W–9 form should be completed and returned for each test development conference that you attend. This policy is in place to ensure that there is no delay in processing your reimbursement check.
FAQs
The first step is to complete and submit an application. Once an application is received, an educator's qualifications will be reviewed in regard to open committee spaces. The NYSED will then send out an invitation to selected educators.
You will receive your substitute reimbursement form at each meeting. Expense and honorarium forms will be available online.
- Content Validation/Job Analysis Survey. As a public school educator or as a college faculty member, you may be selected to participate in a survey to verify job-relatedness and accuracy of the test frameworks.
- Field Testing. If you are a faculty member in an educator preparation program, you may be asked to assist in field testing the draft test items for your field by encouraging your students to participate. Participating in the field test will allow students to preview the types of items that may be on the actual NYSTCE.
How to Get Involved
Apply Now
Please complete an online application form to be considered for NYSTCE™ test development opportunities. Upon receipt, your application will be reviewed in regard to open committee spaces. If your qualifications match an opening, you will be sent an email invitation. If all committees are full, we will keep your application on file for future use.
Nominate
Nominate your colleagues for consideration in serving on a Content Advisory Committee or the Content Bias Review Committee.
Spread the Word
Share with School Administrators. Share this information with district-level human resource personnel, school principals, administrators, curriculum specialists, and supervisors who may be able to nominate exemplary educators to participate in test development activities.
Share with College Personnel. Share this information with college deans, teacher preparation personnel, and faculty in arts and sciences, and others who may be able to nominate exemplary educators to participate in test development activities.