CLASS Classroom Observer

Teachstone•Washington, DC

About The Position

Teachstone engages qualified independent contractors to provide project-based Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) observation services for specific client engagements. This project supports observations in OSSE Pre-Kindergarten classrooms, subject to project needs and contractor availability. Engagement is limited to the specified project term; there is no guarantee of assignments, hours, compensation, or ongoing work, and no expectation of renewal or future engagement. Contractors may be offered assignments within an agreed geographic area and may accept or decline them according to their availability, project needs, and deadlines. Before accepting assignments, contractors participate in project orientation covering client requirements, deliverables, platform access, administrative processes, and applicable CLASS standards. Accepted work may include conducting CLASS observations, completing post-observation documentation, entering data, submitting invoices, and meeting project-specific deadlines. Contractors must maintain applicable certification and reliability requirements, complete required quality assurance steps, and communicate professionally with client site personnel. Contractors determine the manner and means of performing accepted assignments, subject to deliverable requirements, client site rules, and CLASS standards. They are responsible for their tools, equipment, internet and computer access, transportation, taxes, insurance, and ordinary business expenses unless specific expenses are approved for reimbursement in writing. Teachstone may require proof of insurance. With prior written approval, contractors may engage qualified subcontractors who meet applicable certification and project requirements. Contractors may provide services to other clients provided there is no conflict of interest with accepted assignments. Compensation is specified in the applicable statement of work or contractor agreement and may be negotiated per project or assignment. Contractors are not eligible for Teachstone employee benefits, and Teachstone does not withhold taxes from contractor payments. Teachstone considers qualified contractors without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Requirements

Meet applicable CLASS certification requirements before performing services when certification is required for the project.
Maintain required CLASS reliability standards during the engagement.
Demonstrate professional communication, attention to detail, punctuality, and organization.
Have professional written and verbal communication skills.
Arrange transportation for assignments that require travel within an agreed geographic area.
Provide necessary equipment and resources, including reliable internet and computer access.
Meet any contractor insurance requirements before performing services.

Nice To Haves

Current CLASS certification and reliability for the applicable Pre-K 2nd Edition age level.
B.A. degree in a relevant field; Child Development or Education preferred.
Coursework in early childhood education and/or classroom experience.
Prior experience using the CLASS tool to conduct live observations.
Prior experience conducting observations or administering assessments in school settings.
Experience in quantitative or qualitative data collection.
Fluency in English; Spanish, Hebrew, French, Mandarin, or Amharic is also sought.
Operating through an established business entity, such as an LLC or S-Corp.

Responsibilities

Accept or decline offered observation assignments based on availability, project needs, and applicable deadlines.
Participate in project orientation before accepting assignments.
Participate in reasonable project coordination communications to confirm assignment logistics, deliverables, and updates.
Conduct CLASS classroom observations for accepted assignments.
Complete required observation documentation and post-observation data entry, and submit deliverables by project-specified deadlines.
Maintain required CLASS certification and reliability standards and complete applicable quality assurance steps.
Provide services in accordance with CLASS standards, client requirements, and project deliverable specifications.
Communicate professionally and courteously with client site personnel.
Use designated communication, submission, and invoicing tools as reasonably necessary for accepted assignments.
Arrange and provide transportation to accepted observation locations.
Provide the tools and resources necessary to perform accepted assignments, including reliable internet and computer access.
Submit invoices and other project-specific deliverables within agreed deadlines.