Early Childhood Assessor and Interventionist (Part-time, OPS) (Multiple Vacancies)

Florida Center for Reading Research

The Florida Center for Reading Research is seeking enthusiastic and reliable individuals to serve as Early Childhood Assessors and Interventionists for Project OPAL. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the literacy development of pre-kindergarten children by administering standardized assessments and delivering a 12-week small group phonemic awareness intervention.

• Administer standardized assessments to pre-kindergarten students.
• Implement a structured, research-based 12-week phonemic awareness intervention.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to research protocols.
• Coordinate with teachers and research staff to ensure effective implementation.
• Travel to assigned elementary school sites daily.

High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience working with children ages 4-6

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field (e.g., Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, Psychology).
• Previous teaching or classroom experience.
• Experience working in a research based educational or child development setting.

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$14–$18 per hour, commensurate with education and experience.

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

This is an OPS/temporary job.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

Hiring and training will start in June/July 2025, with field work beginning in August 2025 and continuing through May 2026. The project is actively seeking to fill positions in the Big Bend area (Leon, Liberty, Calhoun, Bay, Gadsden Counties).

This position will be for 15-20 hours/week. Candidates should be available Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, aligned with local school hours.

This position requires a reliable vehicle and willingness to travel to schools within your designated region.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.