Earn $250–$400 per test weekend. No experience needed. Paid training included.
We’re hiring SAT Testing Staff for upcoming SAT administrations at Seattle Pacific University and Tacoma Community College. Help students walk into one of their biggest test days calm, focused, and ready.
AT A GLANCE
- Pay: $250 (AM-only) or $400 (AM & PM) per test weekend, plus a one-time $25 for online training
- Dates: Five Saturdays, November 2026 through June 2027
- Experience: No experience needed. Training is paid.
- Time commitment: A 2-hour Friday evening training plus your Saturday shift
- Locations: 2 testing sites in Seattle & Tacoma, WA (see below)
TEST DATES
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Saturday, March 6, 2027
- Saturday, May 1, 2027
- Saturday, June 5, 2027
WHO SHOULD APPLY
You’ll fit right in if you have experience in education, student services, retail, customer service, events, hospitality, restaurants, or airline services. Camp counselors, lifeguards, community volunteers, sports team organizers, and college students are also encouraged to apply.
We’re looking for dependable people who are comfortable supporting students, following instructions, managing groups, and helping with hands-on tasks.
No prior testing experience is required. We provide full training, and you’re paid for it.
PAY AND TEST-DAY SCHEDULE
- AM-only administration: 6:00 AM–11:30 AM | $250
- AM & PM administration: 6:00 AM–4:30 PM | $400
- Pay covers both your mandatory 2-hour Friday training and your Saturday shift.
Available shifts depend on the testing schedule and staffing needs at each site. We confirm your hours and pay before you accept, so there are no surprises.
REQUIRED TRAINING
Online Training:
Complete the required 1-hour Test Day Toolkit training during onboarding. You’ll earn a one-time $25 payment the first time you complete it.
On-Site Training:
Attend mandatory training at your assigned site from 5:00–7:00 PM on the Friday before each test day:
- Friday, November 6, 2026 – For the November 7, 2026 test
- Friday, December 4, 2026 – For the December 5, 2026 test
- Friday, March 5, 2027 – For the March 6, 2027 test
- Friday, April 30, 2027 – For the May 1, 2027 test
- Friday, June 4, 2027 – For the June 5, 2027 test
On-site training is required for each administration you are assigned to, even if you’ve worked an SAT before. All times are local Pacific time.
TEST-DAY AVAILABILITY
Plan to arrive by 6:00 AM on test day, unless otherwise instructed by your site coordinator. You must be available through the end of your assigned shift:
- AM-only: Until 11:30 AM
- AM & PM: Until 4:30 PM
LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION
We’re staffing the following testing sites. Tell us which one you prefer when you apply:
- Seattle Pacific University – Otto Miller Hall, 3307 3rd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119
- Tacoma Community College – 6501 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA 98466
We give priority to applicants who live within about 20 miles of at least one of these sites, with a commute of about 30 minutes or less. You must have reliable transportation for both Friday evening training and the early Saturday start. Please factor in traffic when you check your travel time.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
You’ll take on one of these roles based on site needs. Your role may change on test day.
- Proctor: Manage a testing room, verify student IDs, read and follow test instructions, monitor students, operate digital tools, and report issues.
- Technology Monitor: Provide on-site technology support, check device readiness, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and support test-day operations.
- Hall/Room Monitor: Help with room setup and student check-in, monitor rooms and common areas, direct student traffic, support breaks, and report concerns to the Test Coordinator.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Stand and walk for extended periods during your assigned shift
- Safely climb stairs throughout the day
- Occasionally move desks or chairs during room setup
- Help maintain an organized, distraction-free testing environment
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
Bring your own laptop or tablet, charger, and smartphone.
Laptop or Tablet:
- Windows or Mac laptop, Chromebook, iPad, or Android tablet
- Must support both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi (dual-band Wi-Fi)
- Must have an up-to-date Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari browser
- Bring your charger; your device will be used from check-in through dismissal
- Phones can’t be used for check-in, so a laptop or tablet is required
Smartphone:
- iPhone or Android phone with WhatsApp installed and signed in
- Your coordinator will use WhatsApp to share updates during the day
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years old
- Not currently providing paid SAT tutoring
- Comfortable supporting students and following detailed instructions
- Comfortable using digital check-in tools and helping with basic device-related tasks
- Access to the required laptop or tablet and smartphone
- Available for mandatory Friday training and the full assigned Saturday shift
- Reliable transportation to and from your assigned site
- Able to help move desks and chairs if needed
FUTURE SAT OPPORTUNITIES
We’re also building a pool of qualified staff for future SAT administrations. Staff who perform well and remain in good standing may be invited to support additional testing dates, with opportunities expected through 2028, depending on site needs and future schedules.
Applying or joining the staff pool does not guarantee an assignment. If your preferred site is fully staffed for a date, we may consider you for another nearby site or a future administration. We’ll contact you when a suitable opportunity becomes available.
HOW TO APPLY
- Apply with your updated resume and preferred Washington testing location.
- Complete a short form. Within 24–48 hours, qualified applicants receive a form about availability, location, and transportation.
- Complete an AI interview. Once you submit your form, we’ll send a link to schedule an interview with our AI interviewer.
- Speak with a recruiter. Selected candidates get a call to confirm availability and commute plans, review training requirements, and discuss role placement.
Ready to help students start test day calm, focused, and ready? Apply today.