Technical Assistant Consultant, Education Systems & Policy (Part-Time)

AIR’s Education Systems and Policy program area is seeking a Part-Time Technical Assistance (TA) Consultant. The TA Consultant will support project teams dedicated to meeting clients’ needs for improving educational outcomes across a range of topics. The TA Consultant will provide technical assistance and capacity-building services to state and local education agencies, focusing on evidence-based solutions in areas such as school improvement, literacy, math, assessment, special education, career pathways, rural education, and more. This role involves developing resources, training, and guidance to strengthen education systems at the school, district, and state levels.

Engagements are typically project-based, part-time, and may vary in duration and hours depending on project needs, ranging from 25-70%.

This position has the flexibility to work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of AIR’s U.S. office locations but requires availability to participate in meetings across all continental U.S. time zones.This does not include U.S. territories.

About AIR:

Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We generateevidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.

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Disclosures: This position is open to U.S. citizens only. Upon hire, incumbent will be required to obtain clearance through the Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP) system.

American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at [email protected] call 202.403.5000.

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