Project Manager- Denver CO

The Department of Curriculum, Instruction & Special Education at the University of Virginia School of Education and Human Development seeks a part-time (25 hours/week) Project Manager in Denver Co. This study investigates the "black box" of home visits-what occurs during them, how they impact family-teacher relationships, and how they influence instruction. Focusing on Latine families, the study aims to inform theory and support family engagement models like Parent Teacher Home Visits (PTHV). The study will be conducted in Denver Public Schools with 25 first- and second-grade teachers and 75 Spanish-speaking Latine families. We will collect both qualitative data (fieldnotes, teacher logs, interviews) and quantitative data (surveys and classroom observation protocols). The research asks: (1) How are home visits enacted? (2) How do teachers' perceptions of families shift? (3) How do families make sense of visits? (4) How do teachers integrate what they learn into instruction? Findings will illuminate how asset-based home visits may foster equity by reshaping relational dynamics and classroom practices for historically marginalized families.

The project manager (PM) will coordinate and oversee all aspects of a multi-phase, two-year school- and family-based home visiting study. Working closely with the Principal Investigators and a team of research assistants (RAs), the PM will ensure smooth execution of hiring and training of RAs, participant recruitment, data collection, and data management. The position requires strong organization and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with diverse partners (district, school, family, research team). In addition to doing site visits for home and school observations and providing training sessions for research assistants, the PM will meet weekly with the Principal Investigators.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with district liaison to recruit approximately 25 teachers; manage distribution, collection, and secure storage of teacher consent forms.

• Partner with PIs to recruit and onboard approximately 5 research assistants, complete onboarding and training to prepare for RA supervision

• Train and provide ongoing support to RAs conducting home visiting observation and family interviews

• Organize and securely manage teacher surveys to ensure accuracy and completion

• Coordinate with teachers to recruit approximately 75 families: distribute, collect and securely store family consent forms.

• Maintain teacher logs, home visiting observation data, and other records in an organized and secure manner.

• Participate in home visiting observations, as needed

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree required.

Experience: 4+ years of relevant professional experience required. Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Licensure: Project Management Professional (PMP/PMI) certification preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in spoken and written Spanish to communicate with Latine families participating in the study

• Experience with field-based research in K12 schools (e.g., observations, interviews, transcription software and other data preparation activities)

• Experience working as or collaborating with K12 classroom teachers

• Experience preparing and facilitating learning experiences or professional development experiences for adult learners

• Familiarity with family engagement practice and/or scholars

• Familiarity with classroom observation tools

• Familiarity with the organization and structure of Denver schools

Physical Demands: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary Range: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Exemption Status: This is an exempt-level, part-time, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

Funding Details: This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability. This position has a team limit of two years.

Work Arrangement: This position is located in Denver Co and involves driving to schools and home visits.

Application Timeline: Application review will begin after December 1, 2025.

Background Checks: Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
Visa Sponsorship: This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How to Apply: Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0077722. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter is optional but strongly encouraged.

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Reference Check Process: Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

Department Contact: For questions about the position, please contact Judy Paulick.

Recruiter Contact: For questions about the application process, please contact Margaret Weeks.

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