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DLH Corp is seeking Bilingual CLASS® Reviewer Consultants that will join a team responsible for gathering and understanding data from Head Start programs across the country and are responsible for observing, documenting, and coding teacher-child interactions. The link for applying is at DLH Consultant Opportunities Careers - Bilingual Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS®) Reviewer Consultant (jobvite.com)
 
Bilingual CLASS® Reviewer Consultants must complete all required virtual training before participating in reviews to become familiar with the monitoring processes, protocols, reporting database systems, and related resources. Bilingual CLASS® Reviewer Consultants must also participate and successfully complete a virtual dual coding event. During this event, the Bilingual CLASS® Reviewer Consultant codes alongside, and receives feedback from, the CLASS® Dual Coder to be deemed reliable. 

Bilingual CLASS® Reviewer Consultants should be consistently available a minimum of two weeks per month with the peak number of reviews occurring between October – May. Additionally, Bilingual CLASS® Reviewer Consultants are required to participate in several Teachstone™ sponsored activities (i.e., calibrations, webinars, refreshers, one-on-one calls) throughout the review season. 

Note: In addition to uploading a resume, the applicant must upload a current Pre-K CLASS® Observer certificate issued by Teachstone™. 
 
All applicants should upload their current Pre-K CLASS® Observer certificate in the Additional Files (optional) section of their application or send a copy of their certificate to headstartreviews@dlhcorp.com. Failure to add or send this certificate may result in the applicant not moving forward in the hiring process. 

Major Responsibilities: 

• Complete all required virtual training before participating in reviews to become familiar with the monitoring processes, protocols, reporting database systems, and related resources. 
   
• Work with a diverse team to conduct monitoring reviews under the leadership of the DLH CLASS® Lead. 

• Conduct classroom observations in accordance with the current OHS CLASS® Field Guide, following all required methodology and guidance provided by the CLASS® Lead. 
   
• Collect and enter all information from data collection, and background data. 
   
• Keep current of any changes affecting the use of the Teachstone™ Pre-K Manual and related materials as well as protocols for conducting classroom observations. 
   
• Keep up to date of any changes affecting federal rules, regulations and guidelines regarding Head Start programs. 
  
  
  

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in understanding and speaking the Spanish language.
  
• Ability to follow the OHS CLASS® Methodology and all other DLH Corp. required policies and procedures.
   
• Ability to work collaboratively with DLH Corp. staff and in alignment with the Office of Head Start, ACF Regional Offices and external stakeholders. 
   
• Ability to perform in a virtual environment using a variety of technology systems, Internet, virtual meeting software (i.e., Teams, Zoom etc.) and other related online systems. 
   
• Observe, document, and code teacher-child interactions in all assigned classes. 
   
• Possess effective oral, report writing, and interviewing skills. 

• Ability to interact with a customer-friendly focus and professional manner. 
   
• Ability to complete work accurately and within the specified deadlines and time frames. 
   
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data and information. 
   
• Possess a valid driver's license. 
   
• If applicable, arrive onsite with the required technology and materials to be used throughout the review. 

• If applicable, ability to travel using air, rail, or other means independently. 
  
  
  

Physical Requirements: 

• Sit or stand for long periods of time as necessary.  
   
• Visual and auditory acuity to perform functions of job such as reading and conducting observations. 
   
• If applicable, walk, crouch, climb stairs, and listen. 

• If applicable, travel independently to various geographical locations, some of which may be in different locations, and cover long distances or challenging terrain. 
  
  
  

Other Skills: 

• Flexibility and the ability to manage unforeseen situations. 
   
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
   
• Ability to gather data in an objective manner. 

• Proficient computer skills using various forms of technology. 
   
• Ability to complete work according to a prescribed schedule. 
   
  
  

Required Experience/Qualifications: 

• Current Pre-K CLASS® certification issued by Teachstone™ and preferably one year of experience conducting classroom observations. 
   
• 2-5 years of experience working in a Head Start, public, or private early childhood education program, or other educational or family service-related institutions. 

• Consulting experience preferred. 
  
  
  

Level of Education:  

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or related field (i.e., psychology, social work, pediatric nursing)