Early Childhood Assessors

OneRedCent for Acelero; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (5 weeks)

401K matching

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Acelero Learning seeks an Early Childhood Assessor to conduct language, literacy, and math assessments in South Carolina, with travel to Aiken/Barnwell Counties. The LTE conducts 3–4 assessments per child, scores, and records data, typically in school settings.

The role requires independent transportation, a background check, and strong written and verbal communication. This is a temporary research/assessment position with potential for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's or active enrollment preferred.
• Strong background in child development or related fields.
• Experience with data collection and teaching children preferred.
• Valid driver's license or reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Experience with Google Suite and basic data management.

Responsibilities

• Completes company training on administering assessments.
• Spends 8-14 days in each assessment period in our schools.
• Administers the assessments.
• Scores assessments, enters data online, and submits them via FedEx, UPS, or USPS.
• Participates in assigned meetings, events, and training as required.
• Performs any and all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Spreadsheets

Data management systems

Job description

Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served. Acelero Learning is currently seeking Early Childhood Assessors in (Clark County, Nevada; Camden, NJ & Philadelphia, PA; Monmouth/Middlesex Counties, NJ; Milwaukee and Racine Areas, Wisconsin; Kent and Sussex Counties, Delaware; and Aiken and Barnwell Counties in South Carolina).

As an Early Childhood Assessor, the LTE is responsible for assessing children's early childhood language, literacy, and math skills. This position requires independent transportation to centers, conducting three to four assessments per child, accurately calculating and recording assessment scores, and engaging and redirecting young children to remain focused on the assessments. This is a temporary research/assessment position.

Responsibilities:

• Completes company training on administering assessments.
• Spends 8-14 days in each assessment period (fall, winter & spring) in our schools.
• Administers the assessments.
• Scores assessments, enters data online, and submits them via FedEx, UPS, or USPS.
• Participates in assigned meetings, events, and training as required.
• Performs any and all other duties (functions) as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required, Masters or active enrollment in a Master's program preferred.
• Focus on child development, early childhood psychology, or related fields strongly preferred.
• Experience with data collection is preferred.
• Experience teaching children is preferred.
• Background checks are required for this position.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and on a schedule.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills, especially using Google Suite apps; spreadsheets, basic data management systems, and internet navigation.
• Must be honest, dependable, and able to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Travel required locally; must have reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to sit most of the time with some bending and reaching.
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend periodically.
• Ability to engage in repetitive movement of wrists, hands, and fingers typing and/or writing.
• Ability to work frequently at close visual range (i.e. preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal, extensive reading).
• Ability to receive and respond to oral communication.
• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Work is generally performed in a school, learning center, or office environment.
• Noise level in the work environment is moderate to occasionally loud (examples: classrooms, light to moderate traffic, human voices).
• Standard office equipment generally used includes: Telephone Personal Computer (monitor, keyboard, and mouse) or Tablet Printer/Photocopy Machine Calculator.

Compensation:

$35.00 per hour.

Where: Aiken and Barnwell Counties in South Carolina

This position earns up to 35.00 Hourly

Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning?

• Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Supportive working environment
• Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
• Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.

Acelero Learning's mission is to bring a relentless focus on positive family and child outcomes to close the achievement gap and build a better future for children, families, and communities served by the Head Start program.

Our company values guide us as we work towards our mission: Embracing Diversity, Open Communication, Teamwork and Community, Data-Informed Learning, and Follow-Through.

At Acelero Learning, we believe that all children can achieve and succeed, and we work to empower families to advocate for their children and themselves.