The Center for Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning (CASTL) in the School of Education and Human Development and the Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Program (VKRP) seek applicants for Research Specialist (wage) positions to collect data in classrooms across the state of Virginia. The goal of these research efforts is to pilot math assessment items that will be used to expand existing math assessments being used around the Commonwealth.
Incumbents will administer direct 1:1 assessments with students ranging in age from pre-k through 3rd grade. Duties also include data entry, data uploading, and ensuring data integrity.
Work activities will be intermittent through December 2023, with the possibility of extending through June 2024. The paid training period generally includes about 10-15 hours. Following training, hours are flexible based on your availability to work and can range anywhere from 10-30 hours a week.
Immediate positions available in the following area:
Tidewater (Hampton Roads, Norfolk, Virginia Beach)
Southwest Virginia (Roanoke, Pittsylvania, Wise, Scott County)
Central Virginia (Lynchburg, Amherst)
HS diploma (or equivalent) AND one year of experience working with children in an educational setting or an out-of-school setting (such as a summer camp or an after-school program). A bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Education, or related field is preferred. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; strong organization skills and attention to detail; and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population are essential. Ability to use and troubleshoot technology is required. In addition, knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word), use of the internet, proficiency with laptops, tablets and/or PCs, and experience uploading/downloading information using cloud storage platforms is required. Individuals with Spanish proficiency are highly encouraged to apply!
Reliable transportation for traveling between schools is required. Mileage will be reimbursed. Incumbents must also be able to attend training sessions prior to beginning work. Training sessions may include a combination of videoconference and in-person meetings.
Position Compensation Range: $18.00 – $23.00 Hourly
To apply, please submit an application online through Workday at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and attach a current CV/Resume and Cover Letter. Search on requisition number:
This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
Questions related to the application process may be directed to Jen Krahn, Sr. HR Specialist, at [email protected]
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person’s perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
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