Certified AIMSweb Training Application
How do I become a CAT?
Pearson periodically has openings for "per-diem employment" positions as Certified AIMSweb Trainers (CATs). When openings exist, those interested in applying may do so by visiting the Pearson Careers website and entering "AIMSWEB" as a key word. While searching, you may also sign up for the Job Alert service to receive emails of new openings matching your requirements.
How often do CATs work?
CATs primarily work at-will and as their schedule allows, with a minimum expectation of providing four days of training per month (most of which requires overnight travel), along with participating in a few other related professional development activities from time to time. CATs are per-diem employees of Pearson, Inc., and work from their homes. As CAT consultative services are requested by customers, CATs are asked to conduct the trainings, based on their availability. Compensation is very competitive and additionally, Pearson covers travel and related expenses incurred when conducting our professional suite of AIMSweb training and consultative services.
Many CATs train four or more days per month for Pearson, Inc. while retaining their full-time employment status with their current employer while others conduct training as a primary source of income. Though we provide a tremendous amount of CAT Training and Consultation Services year-round, May through October is an especially busy time for AIMSweb Professional Development Services. Many CATs work four days per month November through May, and then generate additional income while training nationwide for Pearson, Inc. much more often during the peak summer season.
Becoming a CAT requires:
- Application, selection and successful completion of the CAT Certification Program, and ultimately being hired as a per-tiem employee for Pearson, Inc.
- Demonstrating an exceptional ability and willingness to train and lead educators in the proper implementation and maintenance of the AIMSweb software and assessment system.
- Successful training and solid work experience as a Local AIMSweb Manager (LAM) in a school/district or organization which uses AIMSweb Pro for a minimum of one year. That means you must be a Local AIMSweb Manager or a pre-service trainer who is working cooperatively with a local school using AIMSweb for at least a year. You also must have a background in curriculum-based measurement accompanied by specific and involved experience in the implementation of AIMSWeb Benchmark, Progress Monitor, and Response to Intervention (RTI) systems.
- Once you are employed as a CAT, you may be asked to complete education and experiential requirements to retain certification.
- Willingness to participate in work that requires overnight travel, as well as travel by plane, car and/or train as needed.
Preference is often given to applicants with:
- Seasoned (i.e., typically 1 year or more) of solid experience using AIMSweb and CBM.
- A background in the field of PreK-12 education and special education services. with a minimum of three years experience in the field.
- A strong background in psychometrics and assessment.
- Familiarity with general and special education laws and related issues.
- Willingness and ability to successfully consult with and assist clients in implementing the AIMSweb system within their organization.
- Superior professionalism, organizational, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to make themselves available at least four days per month to conduct for training others locally and/or nationally.
- Those with a very solid work ethic and exceptionally strong customer-facing skills
- Those who express a genuine willingness to prepare educators in how to use the AIMSweb Assessment and Improvement System and related applications.
If you are interested in becoming CAT, please search for available openings by visiting the Pearson Careers website and entering "AIMSWEB" as a key word. While searching, you may also sign up for the Job Alert service to receive emails of new openings matching your requirements. Thank you so very much for your interest in becoming a Certified AIMSweb Trainer.
