Remote Bilingual Test Administrator (Remote)
The University of Chicago

Job Info

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Department

Harris BIP Lab Students and Temp

About the Department

Why Policy? For a better world. Why Harris Public Policy? Because when it comes to better policymaking, evidence matters. We work at the frontiers of data collection and analysis, using the latest technology and social science methods to design policies that work for society. We conduct rigorous inquiry in an environment of innovation and risk taking. We collaborate across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, adopting new methodologies to drive better solutions. We engage with our city, our world, and our leaders every day to evaluate and test our ideas. And we lead with our passion for driving social change, knowing that passion alone does not equal impact.
Job Information


Job Summary:

The Behavioral Insights and Parenting (BIP) Lab at the University of Chicago is conducting a large-scale research study with 750+ families in Illinois. As part of the project, the receptive language and curiosity skills of children aged 3-5 will be assessed at two points over an eight-month period. We seek individuals who can administer language and curiosity assessments to preschool age children in English and Spanish online. All responsibilities, except for a paid in-person training session, are remote.

The study begins in March 2023 will conclude in November 2023. Each of the two assessment periods will last for 4-6 weeks. For this reason, we seek candidates who are available 20, 30 or 40 hours per week for stretches of 4-6 weeks in March and April, as well as in October and November. While it is not a requirement that assessors work in both assessment periods, strong preference will be given to candidates who commit to working in both periods.

The first assessment point (4-6 weeks) is scheduled to begin mid-March 2023. Background checks and other paperwork required for interaction with young children must be completed no later than February 24, 2023. Must be available for in-person training in February or March 2023. Note that individuals will be hired on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in training on the administration of the Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test (PPVT-5).
  
• Demonstrate mastery of testing materials and administration before administering the assessments.
  
• Complete required paperwork, background checks, and medical immunizations required by the State of Illinois.
  
• Protect research participant confidentiality and data in accordance with BIP Lab protocol and The University of Chicago Institutional Review Board guidelines.
  
• Represent the BIP Lab in interacting with parents and children.
  
• 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.
  

Additional Requirements


Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in an educational field (e.g., education, psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, counseling, etc.) preferred.
  

Experience:

• Experience working with preschool-aged children.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Comfortable using remote video-call platforms (training provided).
• High-speed internet connection.
• Remote work except for in-person training events.

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Benefit Eligibility

No

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement

No
Pay Frequency

Hourly
Pay Range

Depends on Qualifications
Scheduled Weekly Hours

30
Union

Non-Union
Job is Exempt

No
Drug Test Required

No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No
Health Screen Required
No
Posting Date

2023-01-06-08:00
Remove from Posting On or Before

2023-07-06-07:00
Posting Statement:


Employees must comply with the University's COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward.

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Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

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