What are the responsibilities and job description for the Short Term Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) Observer - Educational Services Division position at Orange County Department of Education?
The OCDE Early Learning team is seeking certified Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) observers as part of the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) for Quality Start OC.
The certified observers will conduct preschool classroom observations as specified by the CLASS tool to measure program quality in local preschool programs and work in conjunction with the Quality Start OC staff to follow reporting protocols.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct CLASS observations in early learning classrooms in accordance with established protocols and timelines
• Ensure accurate and unbiased scoring aligned with CLASS observation and reliability standards, and adhere to program policies, ethical standards, and grant compliance requirements
• Enter observation data into designated systems promptly and with high accuracy
• Participate in required reliability checks, calibration sessions, inter-rater reliability activities and other related meetings
• Collaborate with program staff and leadership to coordinate observation schedules and logistics
• Maintain confidentiality of all classroom, teacher, and program information
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students.
In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment.
OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations. If interested in this position, please email your resume to Jannell Violi, Coordinator at jvioli@ocde.us