National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition (NCELA): Research Associate

The George Washington University/Graduate School of Education and Human Development - NCELA

Position Title: Research Associate (A01787)

Description/Responsibilities:
The George Washington University’s National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition and Language Instruction Educational Programs (NCELA), located within the Institute for Education Studies of the Graduate School of Education and Human Development anticipates the immediate availability of a Research Associate position. Hiring will be based on the availability of funds from the U.S. Department of Education. While the University identifies the position as research-based, the key responsibility will focus on providing technical assistance information to the national education community serving English language learners (ELLs).

Minimum Qualifications:
One to three years experience in the education of ELLs;
Bachelor’s degree in an education or education-related area;
General knowledge of the No Child Left Behind Act;
Demonstrated experience working with ELL education programs, policy, and practice; and
Demonstrated communication skills.
Preferred/Desirable Qualifications:
Three to five years experience in the education of ELLs;
Master’s degree is preferred in an education or education-related area;
Demonstrated experience providing technical assistance information to states, school districts, or institutions of higher education (IHEs) regarding the education of ELLs;
Knowledge of Title I and Title III standards, assessment, and accountability requirements;
Demonstrated experience in professional development for teachers of ELLs or foreign language education programs;
Excellent oral and written skills;
The ability to prepare and upload materials for websites;
Demonstrated knowledge in assessment, research, evaluation, and/or second language acquisition.
Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is competitive based on continuous availability of funds; and on experience.

A complete application package will include the following:
A cover letter describing your interest in the position and focusing on the qualifications listed above;
A current resume that demonstrates appropriate experience and expertise; and
Contact information for three references.
Application/Benefits: Email applications are preferred. Please send the completed package to askNCELA@gwu.edu, or mail to: NCELA/GWU, Personnel, 2011 Eye Street, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20006. Generous benefits package include tuition. No calls please.

GW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.