Bilingual Research Associate
Clayton Early Learning
Research Associate Job in Denver, CO
This English-Spanish bilingual position is responsible for implementing early childhood data collection for research and evaluation studies including surveys, interviews, child, family, and classroom assessments to support learning in the field and for improvement of early childhood programs. The role conducts research and evaluation activities for various grants, contracts, research and policy projects, and other external services work.Key Responsibilities & duties Study Planning and Preparation Supports senior research leadership in elements of study design, such as researching measurement tools, editing, and reviewing procedures, providing input into study protocols Understands and implements informed consent procedures and meticulously adheres to policies to protect the confidentiality of human subjects participating in research studies Communicates study activities effectively with participants and team members Prepares materials, supplies, and file systems for study organization Enters survey items into online survey systems, such as Survey Monkey and QualtricsProvides English-Spanish translation Data collection in both English and SpanishSchedules data collection activities (i.e., study participant recruitment, study consent, child assessments, and classroom observations) with instructional teams and other professionals in early childhood settings Conducts data collection activities, including administering norm-referenced, standardized child assessments and participant interviews (including, but not limited to, face-to-face and virtual, technology-assisted individual and group interviews) Collects parent and staff survey and interview data, which may involve preparing and electronically sending materials, in-person visits to drop off and collect surveys, and telephone follow-up Adheres to and implements procedures for providing and documenting participant study incentives Data entry, verification, and basic analysis Completes all necessary paperwork related to data collection (including scoring of assessments) and perform data entry, as related to, and required by the research Enters data accurately into databases and tracking systems Provides quality verification and checks on data collected Transcribes qualitative interviews and open-ended survey items Provides basic qualitative theme-based analysis Provides descriptive and basic quantitative analysis Data visualization and reporting Produces visually accessible, accurate representation of data through graphs, charts, and diagrams Produces high-quality research reports for all projects, as needed, supplementing with any additional required paperwork or study documentation General Research and Organizational SupportConducts literature reviews and annotated bibliographies Attends and actively participates in regular team meetings Independently plans and organizes workload; reviews calendar, select data collection dates based on program information, and enters all details of each appointment Participates in organizational committees and workgroups aligned with Clayton’s strategic goals Qualifications:Education: Associates degree required, bachelor's degree preferred Area of expertise: Early Childhood Education, Education, curriculum and instruction, or adult learning Certifications or Licenses Valid driver’s license with evidence of vehicle insurance Pediatric first aid, CPR and Universal Precautions Certification Mandatory Reporter Certification Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Use of Safe Sleep Practices Certificate Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Certificate Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Basic Course on Human ResearchExperience:1 year Area of Relevant Expertise: Early Childhood setting and experience in educational or social science research required. experience as an assessor or interviewer especially with preschool-age children Training Prior training in the administration of the following assessments: 1) Subscales from the Woodcock Johnson Tests of Achievement (e.g. Letter-Word Identification, Applied Problems), 2) the Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test, 3) Preschool Language Scale, 5th Edition, 4) direct assessment of executive functioning in young children (e.g., Pencil Tap, Head-Toes-Knees-Shoulders, and/or Minnesota Executive Functioning Scale) preferred Training, experience, and reliability in one or more of the Environment Rating Scales and the PreK CLASS® tool preferred Other Special Requirements Current PPD-TB and physical examination Successfully pass a background check and any other regulatory screening requirements Bi-lingual in Spanish required Skills and abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent editing skills with the ability to write concisely and accurately Ability to build relationships and strong interpersonal skills; excellent customer service and can work with individuals of all backgrounds in a respectful manner Ability to identify and seek needed information through research skills; can maintain and process a variety of information Intermediate-level mathematical computation skills; basic analytic skills Demonstrated ability and willingness to maintain a cooperative, supportive, and amiable relationship with colleagues, study participants, and community members while remaining objective Planning skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing deadlines; can problem solve and create solutions for unanticipated issues and challenges Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn and adapt to new software and online tools Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job Compensation: 40,000-50,000At Clayton, we believe that a whole child, whole family approach to the early years is one of the most powerful ways to eradicate societal inequities and create a thriving community. At Clayton we aim to create the beloved community. We work to foster a community characterized by trust, dignity, love, and justice, with our children and families, our team members, and other partners on our campus and beyond. These values are foundational to Clayton’s beloved community. At Clayton We: 1. Value diversity, equity, and inclusion as our foundation. At the core of the beloved community, we leverage collective genius by nurturing and embracing differing perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures. We seek to understand our differences, rather than pretending they don’t affect us. We challenge our own biases, and we actively work to ensure each of us can bring all of ourselves to our work. We intervene if someone is being marginalized. We look for ways to eliminate inequities inside and outside of Clayton. 2. Operate with integrity. We adhere to the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, personal responsibility, and accountability, worthy of the trust our community places in us. 3. Demonstrate bold humility. We courageously drive toward our vision, while embracing humility that favors substance over sizzle, that accepts feedback in the spirit of growth, views vulnerability as a path to truth, and seeks impact for our families, not for recognition. 4. Strive for excellence. Each day we bring our best selves and our best work to our community, creating a positive impact for our families and each other. We value continuous learning and improvement for ourselves and our work. 5. Innovate through collaboration. We energize the organization, enhancing the lives of those we serve, through the ideas and unique talents of each Clayton community member and those of our partners. We lead with “How might we?” and bring curiosity to discover solutions to hard problems. We discover new approaches through collective creativity and collaborative action. We welcome a steady flow of ideas, people, and partnerships that foster a thriving learning environment on our campus for changemakers. CORE VALUESAt Clayton we aim to create the beloved community. We work to foster a community characterized by trust, dignity, love, and justice, with our children and families, our team members, and other partners on our campus and beyond.These values are foundational to Clayton’s beloved community. At Clayton we:Value diversity, equity, and inclusion as our foundation. At the core of the beloved community, we leverage collective genius by nurturing and embracing differing perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures. We seek to understand our differences, rather than pretending they don’t affect us. We challenge our own biases, and we actively work to ensure each of us can bring all of ourselves to our work. We intervene if someone is being marginalized. We look for ways to eliminate inequities inside and outside of Clayton.Operate with integrity. We adhere to the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, personal responsibility, and accountability, worthy of the trust our community places in us.Demonstrate bold humility. We courageously drive toward our vision, while embracing humility that favors substance over sizzle, that accepts feedback in the spirit of growth, views vulnerability as a path to truth, and seeks impact for our families, not for recognition.Strive for excellence. Each day we bring our best selves and our best work to our community, creating a positive impact for our families and each other. We value continuous learning and improvement for ourselves and our work.Innovate through collaboration. We energize the organization, enhancing the lives of those we serve, through the ideas and unique talents of each Clayton community member and those of our partners. We lead with “How might we?” and bring curiosity to discover solutions to hard problems. We discover new approaches through collective creativity and collaborative action. We welcome a steady flow of ideas, people, and partnerships that foster a thriving learning environment on our campus for changemakers.Clayton Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer that values workplace diversity. We strive to create an inclusive work place that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We prohibit discrimination of employees or applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual identity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, disability, or any other classification considered discriminatory under applicable law.Powered by JazzHR0d4GqwUrub
$42k-59k yearly est.
6d ago