Onsite Study Coordinator (Contract)

A pioneer in K-12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.
Amplify is seeking qualified individuals to work as Onsite Study Coordinators for an exciting research project being conducted in local schools. The Onsite Study Coordinator will have the opportunity to support the research of cutting edge literacy and reading assessments, work with students in grades K-6, and collaborate with data collectors to collect high-quality data that will provide support for Amplify's literacy products and services as well as promote positive instructional outcomes for students. The ideal candidate for this position is prompt, reliable, and operates with a high standard of professionalism.
If you have a background in education, research, and/or literacy and are passionate about improving educational outcomes for all students, we want to hear from you.
*This is a part-time, contract position.
Responsibilities:• Attend a training to:- Discuss the scope of the project- Learn about the logistical details for the coordination of the study onsite- Learn how to best support the data collection for both teachers and remote data
collectors• Attend a refresher training prior to middle and end of year benchmark windows• Coordinate with data collectors and school staff to conduct remote external criterion
assessments with fidelity for students grades K-6• Be prepared to support teacher's administration of mCLASS measures• Manage schedules and update daily logs of assessment administration• Manage materials needed for data collection (e.g., paper/pencil measures)• Maintain consistent communication between the school site and the Amplify research team
Basic Qualifications:• English language proficiency• Professional experience interacting with students in grades K-6• Experience using technology (i.e. computer/laptop, iPad/tablet)• Experience using Zoom, Google Meet, and Teams breakout rooms• Experience using Google Drive apps (i.e. GoogleDocs, GoogleSheets)
Preferred Qualifications:• Strong written and verbal communication skills• Organized and detail-oriented• Flexible and adaptable: work experience in a fast-paced environment• Experience effectively collaborating with colleagues to meet team goals• Experience working in a school or educational setting with educators and parent interaction• Work experience in designing, conducting, or collecting data for research studies• Experience working in the educational field
Job Structure:• Seasonal Part-time position• Expected to work general school hours for grades K-6 (dependent on site and location)• Data collection will occur at the beginning, middle, and end (BOY, MOY, EOY) of the school
year
Compensation:
The hourly rate range for this role is $25 - $35.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.
Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.