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CLASS Data Assessor

About Teachstone

Do you enjoy making a difference in a child's life, transforming education, and evolving learning? Come join Teachstone, the interaction company! Teachstone® was founded in 2008 to deliver the Classroom Assessment Scoring System® (CLASS®) nationwide and around the globe. Developed through years of research, the CLASS observation tool measures the interactions between teachers and children, which have been shown to drive learning and lifelong achievement.

Teachstone helps organizations conduct classroom observations and provides professional development so that teachers improve, and children learn more. Our online subscription service, myTeachstone, simplifies CLASS implementation by combining observation data with a robust library of CLASS resources and professional development.

The ideal candidate excels at customer service and has excellent people skills, thrives in an environment that emphasizes teamwork, and is driven to improve the lives of students; this role may be for you!

Role Overview

We are seeking External CLASS DATA Assessor to join our Live Observations team to conduct Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) observations in Infant, Toddler, and Pre-Kindergarten classrooms across the State of Virginia. Data collectors must be trained and reliable on the CLASS tool for the age level being observed, or be willing to be trained and become reliable. Data Assessors must keep their CLASS certification current throughout the project and complete ongoing calibration as directed by project leadership. Travel may be required.

***PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS A CONTRACT POSITION***

Role Description

Availability:

• Participate in a weekly project check-in meeting throughout the project's duration.
• Be available to conduct observations at least three to five days per week between September 2023 and May 2024.
• Project-specific training times and dates will be set during the course of the project.
• A mandatory project information session will be held and must be attended by data assessor prior to being scheduled for an observation.
• Complete data entry and other post-observation work as defined by project leadership in a timely manner.
• Be available for mandatory project-specific training throughout the duration of the project.

Certification, Fidelity and Data Collection:

• Adhere strictly to all CLASS observation and project-specific protocols at all stages of the project, from training and certification to observation and data entry, and record-keeping.
• Within 24 hours of each observation, complete post-observation work including online data entry.
• Current Pre-K, INFANT OR TODDLER CLASS tool certification OR willingness to attend a virtual summer training and pass an online certification test.
• Use online communication and invoicing tools such as Slack, and Bill.com (training on specific platforms provided).
• Participate successfully in ongoing calibrations and fidelity checks as directed by project leadership.
• Interact with school administration, office staff, and teachers in a professional and courteous manner.

You Bring:

• Experience in quantitative or qualitative data collection
• Coursework in early childhood education and/or classroom experience preferred
• Experience using the CLASS tool to conduct live observations preferred
• Demonstrated attention to detail, punctuality, and organization
• Experience conducting observations or administering assessments in school settings
• Fluent in English, also seeking Spanish, Korean, Turkish
• Passion and commitment to education and education research
• B.A. degree in relevant field, Child development or Education preferred
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills

Teachstone is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic data, political affiliation, or any other status protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture.