About WestEd

As a community of over 1,400 researchers, practitioners, consultants, and administrative professionals from all backgrounds and life experiences, we are committed to making a qualitative difference in the lives of youth, children, and adults. We conduct and apply research, develop evidence-based solutions, and provide consulting services across the country in both rural and urban communities to improve equitable outcomes for individuals from infancy through adulthood. Serving as trusted partners in the areas of education, health, and justice, our teams enhance capacity within communities and school districts to prioritize impact by asking the right questions, customizing methodologies, developing relevant tools, and implementing best practices specific to a diverse range of stakeholder needs.

Furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion is core to who we are and how we work. We are committed to working with our clients to illuminate and address disparities, value and elevate diverse voices, and ensure equitable access to our resources and services. Read more aboutWestEd’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Come and join us!

SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING THE WORK LOCATION OF THIS POSITION—Although WestEd provides the option of working at one of its facilities for employees, many roles allow employees to choose to work remotely for their own convenience. The decision to allow remote work at the employee's convenience is based on the requirements of the position or project in question.

The Opportunity

As a Part-Time Temporary Child Assessor, you will conduct one-on-one math assessments with kindergarteners on-site in elementary schools in the Central Valley, CA – including Hollister, Gilroy, Salinas, and/or San Juan Bautista. This is considered a hybrid position as it is not affiliated with a WestEd office, but all work will be conducted from an elementary school and home office. This position is part of a larger research project, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, designed to evaluate the effects of a digital supplementary math program on overall mathematical knowledge.

Serving as a member of the research team, the Child Assessor will be responsible for administering assessments with kindergarteners three to five days a week in public elementary schools. Upon hire, assessors will participate in trainings to learn to administer the assessments in Spring 2025. We anticipate that training will take place in February 2025, and assessments will begin in March and end in April/May, depending on school schedules. Successful applicants will be paid for all training activities, as well as for time conducting assessments and associated research activities. Travel mileage will also be paid. This is a part-time temporary position that may include additional assessment opportunities in Spring 2026.

Culture of the Content Area Team

We are a group of 10 people who are committed to improving education. We believe in the importance of being nimble in order to provide the highest quality insights for clients and stakeholders. In fact, our project teams are often dynamic, which means that we can be working on a number of different project teams at any given time.

Core Focus Areas

This is a part-time (approximately 20-30 hours per week), temporary position. Roughly 75% of the position's responsibilities will be devoted to conducting and reviewing assessments, and the remaining 25% will be devoted to record-keeping and communication.

Data collection and review

Conduct one-on-one mathematics assessments with kindergarteners on-site at elementary schools in your region.
Review assessment materials each day for completeness and errors.

Team Communication

Provide clear, concise, and timely communication to District Coordinator who will supervise daily assessment progress.
Independently troubleshoot at elementary schools to ensure a successful assessment environment for all children.

What We’re Looking For

To help us make a positive impact on learners from numerous racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, we’ll need someone who has:

The availability to work, on average, between 20-30 hours per week during the assessment period. Successful candidates should be available for training and certification on the measures in February 2025. Assessments are expected to begin in March, and we conclude in April/May, depending on each district. There will be additional assessment opportunities in Spring 2026.
A bachelor’s degree in psychology, human development, early childhood education, or any field that provides the relevant experience to perform the responsibilities outlined above.
Flexibility
Fluency in English
Intermediate proficiency in Spanish to be able to administer the assessments bilingually is preferred

Other degrees, skills, abilities, and experiences of interest

Located in the Central Valley area (Hollister/Gilroy/San Juan Bautista/Salinas)
Professionalism to establish partnerships with school staff, teachers, and children.
Prior experience working with elementary school children required.
Available to work during the duration of the elementary school day, at least 3 days per week during the assessment period.
Valid driver's license, insurance, and access to a personal vehicle for transportation to the school sites.
Proof of negative TB test will be required upon hire.
Applicants must comply with COVID-19 district/program protocol (e.g., temperature checks, wearing masks).
Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Salary: $30 per hour

*Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

WestEd conducts a criminal background check and education verification for all new hires. Any offers of employment will be contingent on receiving a clear background check in accordance with applicable law.

Committed to the diversity of race, ethnicities, perspectives, and opportunities, WestEd offers a variety of social and professional learning communities, such as Employee Resource groups, the Data Intelligence, Insights, and Innovation PLC, and the WestEd Parent Community, just to name a few. We hope you’ll consider joining us to build better schools, communities, learning pathways, and more! WestEd is a Drug Free Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. #LI-CA #CIRCA-CA

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