Data Collector- Maine

Teachstone Overview 

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.

At Teachstone, everything we do is about improving the ways teachers interact with their students. We train coaches and observers, build and deliver online support programs, design professional development – all of it grounded in one proven fact: the interactions teachers have with students have a lasting impact on their academic and developmental success. By helping educators describe, measure and improve their interactions and relationships with students, Teachstone is transforming education nationwide, one interaction at a time.

Do you enjoy making a difference in a child's life, transforming education, and evolving learning? Come join Teachstone, the interaction company! 

Role Overview 

We are seeking CLASS Classroom Observers to join our team to conduct CLASS observations in Infant, Toddler, and Pre-Kindergarten classrooms for The First4ME Early Care and Education Program through Maine Office of Child and Family Services. Observers must be trained and reliable on the CLASS tool for the age level being observed, or be willing to be trained and become reliable. Observers must keep their CLASS certification current throughout the project and complete ongoing calibration as directed by project leadership. 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!

***PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS A CONTRACT POSITION AND TRAVEL UP TO ONE HOUR EACH WAY FOR AN OBSERVATION IS REQUIRED. OVERNIGHT TRAVEL IS NOT REQUIRED ALTHOUGH THERE MAY BE OPPORTUNITIES TO DO SO IF THE NEED ARISES.***

Observation Locations: Lewiston, Portland Maine

Role Description 

Availability:

• Be available to conduct observations at least three per week between September 1st and November 8, 2024.
• Be available for mandatory project-specific training throughout the duration of the project. 
• 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 Observers prior to being scheduled for an observation.
• Participate in a weekly project check-in meeting throughout the project's duration.
• Complete data entry and other post-observation work as defined by project leadership in a timely manner.

Certification, Fidelity and Data Collection:

• Current Pre-K-3 Second Edition, Infant and Toddler CLASS tool certification OR willingness to attend a virtual training and pass an online certification test.
• Participate successfully in ongoing calibrations as directed by project leadership.
• Within 24 hours of each observation, complete post-observation data entry
• 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.
• Interact with school administration, office staff, and teachers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Use online communication and invoicing tools such as Slack and Bill.com (training on specific platforms provided).

You Bring 

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field; Child development or Education preferred.
• Fluent in English.  *Additional languages preferred include French, Portuguese,Somali.*
• Experience using the CLASS tool to conduct live observations is preferred.
• Experience conducting observations or administering assessments in school settings is preferred.
• Experience in quantitative or qualitative data collection is preferred.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, punctuality, and organization

Teachstone is an equal opportunity employer. Teachstone does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, Veteran status or any other protected class as established by law.