Job Opportunities

The HighScope Foundation carries out research, curriculum development, training, and publishing related to the education of children and youth. HighScope primarily serves adults who work with children at the preschool, early elementary, and adolescent levels. Approximately 65 people are employed at HighScope in a variety of specialized fields. This includes researchers at various levels with a background in social sciences as well as consultants with HighScope training.

There are two teaching positions at the Demonstration Preschool. Outside of these, there are no other teaching positions on staff. The services of independent Field Consultants who are trained in the HighScope educational approach are used to implement training throughout the country. See the listings below for positions available at HighScope or at HighScope-oriented programs both in the U.S. and abroad.

Positions Available

MARKETING INTERN, SUMMER 2013

We are seeking a dynamic, creative, and highly organized Marketing Intern, full-time for 8–12 weeks, starting immediately. The primary responsibility for the marketing intern is to support a redesign of the HighScope website. Duties include implementation of new website tools and analytics, social media, and demand-generation campaigns. This is a hands-on role for a self-starter with a strong interest in building his or her technical and practical marketing skills. The preferred candidate is an undergraduate or graduate student currently pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, sales, or related field who has some marketing experience in a business environment. Top candidates will have an aptitude for and experience with technical marketing tools like web mapping. (posted 6/10/13)

Center for Early Education Evaluation RESEARCH ASSISTANT I

Under direct supervision of the Center for Early Education Evaluation (CEEE) Director and with direction from Research Associates and Project Coordinators, the Research Assistant will collect, coordinate, process, code, and enter data for research projects; and conduct child assessments, classroom observations, program staff interviews, and family interviews. Requires four-year degree in education or related field and 1+ years experience with data entry and using SPSS or similar software; 1–2 years experience in child care setting preferred.
(posted 3/22/13)

HighScope offers competitive salaries in a family-friendly team environment. Send resume and cover letter indicating desired position to Human Resources, e-mail: jobs@highscope.org or FAX 734.485.0704. Or mail to HighScope Educational Research Foundation, 600 N. River Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198. Website: www.highscope.org. EOE.

Other Job Opportunities

HighScope China-South and Ameson Culture and Education Exchange Foundation are seeking to fill the following positions:

Principal/Specialist (non-executive)
Shanghai – Nanjing – Shenzhen
HighScope China-South and the Ameson Culture and Education Exchange Foundation seeks experienced American principals/specialists in the field of early childhood education to lead the implementation of the HighScope Curriculum in preschool and kindergarten programs in South China.

Duties:

• Oversee the continued implementation of the HighScope Curriculum within kindergarten and day care centers in South China
• Consistently evaluate program and teacher practices using the Program Quality Assessment (PQA) and other tools to evaluate program quality and staffing/training needs
• Develop teacher training programs to foster professional development
• Ensure that the goals of the HighScope Curriculum are met
• Develop and coordinate new programs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Previous experience as a principal/specialist in an American HighScope-based program or other early childhood education program
• Previous experience teaching or supervising the implementation of the HighScope Curriculum
• A willingness to immerse within a foreign culture while integrating cutting-edge American techniques

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Free furnished accommodations (on-campus) or a housing allowance
• International air-ticket allowance
• Visa support and other services
• Pickup at airport on arrival in China
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Significant opportunities to travel and explore Chinese culture
• Chinese culture and language lessons/training provided

If you are interested in the position, please send your resumé/C.V. via e-mail to us at jbs@ameson.org

This job posting is valid until vacancy is filled.
(posted 9/4/12)

Preschool Lead Teachers (HighScope Preschool Curriculum)
Shanghai – Nanjing – Shenzhen

Job Description:
We are looking for teachers with creative energy to manage the learning environment in our preschool classrooms. This position requires the individual to team-teach with at least one Chinese teacher in the classroom. Your team will provide a nurturing and child-centered program that emphasizes the HighScope Curriculum. You will create lesson plans and manage all aspects of the classroom environment. Knowledge of Chinese is not required.

Qualifications:

• Ability to implement HighScope Curriculum in a preschool classroom
• 1+ years work experience with HighScope Curriculum
• A true passion for working with young children
• A diploma or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent preferred
• One-year contract commitment
• Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Values integrity and professionalism
• Native English language fluency
• Able to work effectively with children ages 3–6

Teacher’s Compensation:

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits
• Free furnished accommodations on campus or housing allowance
• International air ticket allowance
• Visa support and other support services
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Paid national holidays (great opportunities for travel around China)
• Chinese culture and language lessons/training provided

If you are interested in this position, please send your resumé/C.V. to us at jbs@ameson.org
This job posting is valid until vacancy is filled.
(posted 9/4/12)

HighScope Teachers Needed in Beijing, China
HighScope offers the opportunity of a lifetime with the opening of a HighScope Teacher Education Center in Beijing, China! HighScope — China North is looking for HighScope teachers to teach in Beijing and share in a great adventure! You must be willing to commit to a contract of at least one semester, but you can also stay for a year or longer! If you have at least two years’ HighScope teaching experience and you welcome the challenges of meeting new people and seeing new places, you could be an important part of introducing the HighScope approach to children in China. Native English language fluency is required. Our program is ready to provide successful candidates with a highly competitive salary, rent-free housing, reimbursed airfare, and Mandarin language instruction. This really is the opportunity of a lifetime! For more information, call 1-317-773-5861 or e-mail Rene Chen at yuhuachen2011@gmail.com.
(posted 5/17/12)

Prekindergarten Teachers, Ningbo, China
This is a call to any HighScope trained/certified teachers interested in experiencing life and teaching overseas. There is an opening in the 2010–2011 school year for a prekindergarten teacher. The school salary package is competitive and includes round-trip airfare, paid visa fees, furnished apartment including utilities, medical insurance, personal and sick leave, as well as many other benefits. If you would like to see the school online, visit http://www.aian.org.cn. If interested, please contact director Ms. Shirley Davis directly at shirleyd@aian.org.cn. The school will hire an individual teacher or a teaching couple. Access International Academy Ningbo (AIAN), No. 1 Ai Xue Road, Beilun District, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China 315800. 

Early Childhood Teachers, Milan, Italy
Expanding bilingual school in Milan, Italy, is seeking early childhood teachers for immediate appointments. Experience and or training in HighScope preferable. Minimum two-year contract. The school offers professional development and career advancement opportunities, free Italian language classes. Native English speakers with a valid work permit or EU passport holders may apply to: The Head Teacher, Play English, via Confalonieri 18 Monza 20052, Milan, Italy, info@playenglish.it, www.playenglish.it

Preschool Teaching Job in China!
Morgan Rothschild Academy is a quality early childhood program in China, enrolling international students aged 2–6. MRA is an upscale kindergarten located in the suburbs of Shanghai. Our Academy is managed by a Harvard-educated director. MRA uses the HighScope curriculum. You could learn more about us by checking our website www.morganrothschild.com

Qualifications:
We are looking for someone with creative energy to team-teach in our classrooms. Teacher will work with two other Chinese teachers to provide a nurturing, developmentally appropriate and child-centered program that emphasizes the social and emotional development of each child. Qualifications include

1. K–3 teaching certificate
2. Experience in a preschool a plus
3. Familiar with HighScope Curriculum
4. Team player and energetic
5. Self-motivated
6. Love children

Teacher compensation:

1. One round-trip ticket per 12-month contract capped at USD 1,200
2. 8 paid personal days & 21 paid holidays
3. Accident insurance covered
4. Free visa & work permit
5. Free furnished apartment

Job Description:

1. 40 hours per week
2. Writing lesson plans
3. Manage class
4. Able to care for and educate children aged 1–6

If you are interested in the position, please send your resume/c.v. to us at morganchina@morganrothschild.com.
This job posting is valid till vacancy is filled.
(posted 4/23/10)