Community Education Assistant

Job Description

Duration: 6 months (w/ potential for extension)

Number of Openings: 6 openings

Schedule: 32-40 hours per week

Work locations: San Francisco Bay Area or Los Angeles Area including Orange County

Uses professional community educational program concepts to support delivery of standardized educational and volunteer educational programs for the Multitudes early literacy initiative. Applies established procedures and protocols to assist with program implementation needs that are limited in scope. Follows standard practices in collecting and organizing participant data, supporting program delivery, and assisting with outreach to Mandarin/Cantonese-speaking communities. Receives detailed instructions on all assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct standardized data collection sessions with participating children and families, including administering Mandarin/Cantonese-language assessments using established Multitudes protocols.
• Prepare and deliver standardized community education activities under direct supervision, including supporting Mandarin/Cantonese-speaking families' participation in the program.
• Research participant data and maintain accurate records to enhance program delivery and ensure high-quality data collection outcomes.
• Track and maintain program-related paperwork, inventory, and activity reports while adhering to study procedures and confidentiality requirements.
• Assist with planning special events in collaboration with program leadership and community partners, and help establish relationships with new Mandarin/Cantonese-speaking partners.
• Participate in required training on Multitudes protocols, community engagement, and data collection procedures to maintain programmatic competence.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: - Coursework or work experience in a related area. - Continuing education in a related field. - Knowledge of or experience related to program content and objectives, including community-based education or early childhood or elementary school programs. - Organizational skills to develop a basic project plan, monitor activities against deadlines, and review and analyze results. - Basic reading, verbal, written, communication, and presentation skills to interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds. - Ability to maintain positive interactions with others and work cooperatively in a team environment. - Experience using business software systems (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and web-based applications to complete work assignments. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of delivering educational programs in a variety of community settings. - Experience working with families, schools, or community organizations in linguistically diverse settings. - Experience administering assessments or conducting structured data collection. - Bilingual language capability

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.