Approval Reviewers

As defined in RCW 28A.250, multidistrict online providers are required to go through a quality review process. Part of this process necessitates using reviewers to score application evidence. The Approval Reviewers are required to:

  • Successfully complete online training.
  • Fully understand the review criteria (developed by DLD in conjunction with the Online Learning Advisory Committee and the State Board of Education).
  • Maintain and manage confidential files until the completion of the review process. (See the Conflict of Interest & Confidentiality Statement.)
  • Prepare accurate reviews using standardized report forms.
  • Be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, and accurately follow directions.
  • Have no contact with any applicant online course provider during the application and review periods.
  • Complete provider reviews within deadlines and participate in any review related meetings/events/discussions (online or in person at the discretion of OSPI).
  • Serve as an Approval Reviewer for a minimum of one full review cycle, including appeals. We prefer a two cycle commitment, but it is not required.

Apply for the Approval Reviewer Position

The approval reviewer application period is now closed. If you are interested in serving as an approval reviewer please contact us for more information.

Important Dates and Time Commitment

Reviewers are required to commit to a minimum of 25 hours of service. Prior review cycles required approximately 8 hours for training and 3-5 hours per each reviewed application. The majority of time will be expended in the fall according to the following time line:

  • August: participation in off- and online training.
  • Early September – early October: participation in initial reviews and review discussions.
  • Late November – mid December: participation in appeal reviews and review discussions.

Conflict of Interest

Individuals who currently work with an online K-12 school program, or teach online courses for a company or school district, are not eligible to apply for a reviewer position due to the potential for a perceived conflict of interest.

If you have questions, please call (206) 616-9940 or email dldinfo@k12.wa.us.