Behavioral Insights and Parenting Lab Research StudyThe Behavioral Insights and Parenting (BIP) Lab at the University of Chicago is conducting a large-scale research study at multiple elementary schools within the Rowan-Salisbury/Lafayette/Coachella public school system. As part of the study, the language skills of pre-k and kindergarten children will be assessed at multiple points. We seek individuals who can travel to sites to administer language assessments to pre-k and kindergarten children in English and Spanish. The study begins in September 2026 and will conclude in June 2027. Each assessment period will last 3-4 weeks. There will be 2 assessment periods in the course of the study. We anticipate that these will be in October and May. During the assessment periods, staff will work full work weeks, Monday through Friday, largely during standard school day hours. We seek candidates who are available full-time for these 3-4-week stretches. While it is not a requirement that assessors work in between each of the assessment periods, strong preference will be given to candidates who commit to working throughout the study. Background checks and medical paperwork required for interaction with children must be completed before the first assessment period. Must be available for in-person training in Chicago in September 2026. Note that individuals will be hired on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Transportation costs to assessment sites and to trainings will be compensated.
Responsibilities:- Participate in training on the administration of the Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test (PPVT-V), Woodcock Johnson IV oral comprehension subtests, and a custom curiosity assessment. This training is planned to be in Chicago
- Demonstrate mastery of testing materials and administration before administering the assessments
- Complete paperwork, background checks, and medical immunizations as required by partner school districts, the University of Chicago, and the State of Illinois
- Travel to partner schools throughout the region to administer assessments to pre-k and kindergarten-age children
- Score assessments and deliver completed materials in accordance with established protocols
- Protect research participant confidentiality and data in accordance with BIP Lab protocol, The University of Chicago Institutional Review Board guidelines, and partner district requirements
- Represent the BIP Lab at partner sites, interacting with faculty, staff, and children participating in the study
- Work with BIP Lab research staff to coordinate assessment schedules
- Assist in helping to refine assessment protocol in communicating observations and experiences in the field
Competencies:
High-level reading, writing and speaking proficiency in both English and Spanish languages Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Additional Responsibilities: Education, Experience or Certifications:
Education: High school diploma from an accredited institution or a GED certificate required
Bachelor's degree in an educational field (e.g. education, psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, counseling, etc.) preferred
Experience:- Experience working with preschool and kindergarten-age children, required.
- Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
- Able and willing to travel to research sites
- Valid state driver's license. Vehicle for transportation to/from testing locations strongly preferred
Locations include:- NC: Rowan-Salisbury area, LA: Lafayette, CA: Coachella. Additional locations may be added
- Required Documents:
- ResumeThe University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.
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