Associate Director, History and Social Science Sourcing

The College Board

. Source, identify, select, review, and edit stimulus material for AP History and Social Science assessment items .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $60,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AP History and standardized assessment development, with strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills. Proficient in leveraging emerging technologies, including generative AI, to enhance assessment processes and outputs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Degree In HistoryExpertise In AP HistoryStandardized Assessment Development ExperienceStrong Oral And Written Communication SkillsTechnical Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Assessment DevelopmentStimulus Material EditingProject ManagementProofreadingAssessment ResearchContent AuthoringQuality MonitoringProcess ImplementationData TrackingCollaboration On Formative Assessment

Soft Skills

Customer-Focused MindsetExcellent Organizational SkillsAttention To DetailInterpersonal SkillsCollaborative Approach

Tools & Technologies

Generative AIDigital Tools

Industry Keywords

AP HistorySocial Science AssessmentDevelopment Committee ReviewAssessment StandardsEmerging Technologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source, identify, select, review, and edit stimulus material for AP History and Social Science assessment items
Prepare stimulus materials for internal and external review
Facilitate internal and external review processes for stimulus materials
Adapt stimulus identification and selection processes based on acceptance criteria, including permissions and Development Committee review
Author assessment content with manager support
Leverage generative AI to improve assessment processes and outputs
Support face-to-face, weekend, and virtual meetings with the AP Test Development Committee
Support annual AP Exam scoring events in person and online
Produce AP Reading publication materials for teachers and students
Contribute to assessment research and best practices
Collaborate with AP Curriculum & Assessment colleagues on standards and assessment direction
Support assessment workstreams within the AP History and Social Science Department
Contribute to efficient, high-quality assessment development processes
Monitor and improve stimulus quality, reliability, and fairness
Train subject-matter experts on assessment development protocols
Translate between academics and psychometricians
Collaborate on formative assessment materials and resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in History or a directly related discipline required
Knowledge of current trends in the discipline
Located in the Eastern or Central time zone
Ability to work mostly east coast hours
Expertise in AP History (US, World, or European History)
At least 3 years of experience in standardized assessment development or related work
Strong oral and written communication skills
Solid technical proficiency
Customer-focused mindset
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Close attention to detail, including proofreading
Ability to implement processes and procedures
Ability to manage project plans and schedules
Ability to maintain tracking documentation
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Ability to work effectively across all levels
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
Ability to travel 6-8 times per year, plus up to two additional weeks for the AP Reading
Must be eligible and authorized to work in the United States
Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies
Willingness to experiment with and adopt new AI-driven solutions
Comfort with learning and applying new digital tools independently and proactively
Learner’s mindset and commitment to growth
Drive for impact and excellence
Collaborative and empathetic approach

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote option; hybrid option for candidates living near College Board offices (Tuesday and Wednesday in office)
Occasional business travel to meet in person
Meaningful career and supportive team
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package
Salary adjustments by location
Transparent conversations about compensation and benefits
Professional development through learning, feedback, and growth
Opportunity to experiment with and adopt AI-driven solutions and digital tools