Consultants needed for Observations in Pre-Kindergarten Centers, Classrooms, and Homes
(Must be available for training 4/27-4/30)
Consultants needed to visit Pre-Kindergarten centers, classrooms, and homes as part of a statewide study funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. Consultants sought by Abt Associates Inc., a social science research firm in Cambridge, MA.
Description
Involves conducting standardized observations of Pre-Kindergarten centers, classrooms, and homes. Rigorous training on observation measures and protocols (e.g., Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS)) will be provided by Abt Associates.
Qualifications
Experience with young children or early childhood education preferred. Experience with research and/or data collection observations a plus. Bilingualism strongly desired but not required. Consultants should be able to work independently and have access to the internet. Need to be organized and attentive to detail. Need to have own transportation.
Dates and Time
Must be available at least three mornings per week. Hours somewhat flexible depending on schedule of consultant. Must be able to attend a four-day training in Cambridge, MA running from Monday, April 27th through Thursday, April 30th. Data collection will continue until mid-late June 2009 with additional data collection possible in fall 2009.
Location
Observations will occur across Massachusetts; observers will be assigned to sites located as close to their homes as possible. Four-day training in Cambridge, MA.
Compensation
Commensurate with experience, $16-$18/hour. Consultants will be responsible for their own transportation, but approved travel expenses will be reimbursed. Consultants will be needed on a part-time basis.
Please email Abt Associates (contact information below) with questions. Consultants should send a resume and contact information for three references via email to the Abt e-mail address below.
Martha Grover
Abt Associates Inc.
55 Wheeler St.
Cambridge, MA
MassPreK@abtassoc.com
