Education Verification Coder (Temporary, Multiple openings)

Job Description

Cultivate Learning at the College of Education fosters the quality that makes access to learning meaningful. Backed by the University of Washington our research-powered innovations and hands-on partnership create a fertile environment for smarter teaching and learning. We advance opportunities by lowering barriers to entering the profession and guiding educators to success. And we identify the building blocks of quality along with the path to use them in Washington State and across the country. Every child deserves to flourish from a foundation of quality learning. This core belief drives our work to provide talented learning professionals with the support they need to build that foundation. At Cultivate Learning we translate insight into learning opportunities.

Cultivate Learning is funded by the Washington State Department of Children Youth and Families (DCYF) and provides training and research on the quality of childcare and early learning in Washington State. Currently Cultivate Learning is involved in the Washington State Quality Recognition and Improvement System (QRIS) standards initiative Early Achievers. Cultivate Learning is an essential part of Washington States Race to the Top Early Learning Challenge initiative to give childcare providers the support and skills they need in order to help children develop the skills they need to be successful in school.

About this Opportunity

Cultivate Learning has an outstanding opportunity for multiple hourly Education Verification Coders to join their team. This position will support the verification of degrees and teacher qualifications for Washingtons early learning system. They will have the challenge of coding data and verifying provided documentation as efficiently and objectively as possible and acting as a liaison between the individual clients and the project team. The selected individual will be expected to participate in the development of designs and revisions to the education verification processes including Community Liaison work and are responsible for composing and editing technical reports publications and presentations.

Key Responsibilities

In support of this effort the Hourly Education Verification Coder duties will include but are not limited to the following:

*Demonstrate understanding of the rationale behind QRIS (Quality Recognition Improvement System) standards and local and state requirements for early care and education programs serving young children.
Assess and articulate transfer courses evaluating transfer credits as required for the major.
Review both US and international transcripts to determine the validity of course work and credit that can be applied.
Assist with the verification of the accreditation status of transfer institutions to ensure the validity of coursework.
Evaluate credit for prior learning
Assign credit values to transfer courses ensuring that students are awarded the correct number of credits for coursework.
Maintain accurate records of transcript evaluations and related data
Provide clear and concise explanations of transcript or course evaluation to teams and students.
Meet established reliability rates on all assigned measures for education verification and quality recognition (for example Program Profile Video Highlights Records Review).
Informing adapting and following Cultivate Learning education verification protocols and procedures which include tailoring education verification to individual client needs.
Present at and attend trainings and meetings with Cultivate Learning central staff and regional Quality Recognition team.
All verification activities whether in the field or on site at Cultivate Learning will be conducted in a reliable valid and confidential manner per human subjects IRB and existing Cultivate Learning expectations.
Complete education verification review/coding for each certificate and/or transcript and submit the data according to project procedures and protocols.
Report questions about education verification to Education Verification Manager.
Maintain appropriate decorum and demeanor when interacting with clients.
Follow Cultivate Learning values in your daily work.
Other duties as dictated by the evolving needs of the project.

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of US and international educational systems

• Familiarity with accreditation agencies and standards

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences

• Proficiency with personal computing environment Microsoft Office Suite database systems and online tools.

• Professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential student records

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree with coursework in post graduate and higher education studies and certificate/ degree assessment AND 2-3 years experience working with verification of certificates and degrees.

Additional Qualifications

• Human subjects training.

• Meet and maintain set reliability criteria on all assigned verification instruments.

• Ability to follow rigorous protocols and procedures.

• Ability to be flexible in meeting Cultivate Learnings scheduling needs.

• Experience with data entry working with databases paperwork management and working within project deadlines.

• Ability to work with people of various racial ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to handle confidential and sensitive information in an appropriate manner.

• Experience in early childhood education and care child development and learning early childhood assessment and/or family systems; and experience working with children.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.