(10/18/07) Pathways to Family Success

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> ♦ Ten families with children between the ages of 4 and 11
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> computers with kids and one for parent-focused computer and
> financial literacy skills
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> long commitment to spending one, two, or three Saturdays a month
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> Contact leahsd@gmail.com with questions or to get involved!

(10/15/07) Employment Opportunity

Please do not reply to Justina.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

QUALITATIVE RESEARCHER IN

GENDER AND STEM EDUCATION

IMMEDIATE opening

We seek a graduate student for a 1- to 2-year Qualitative Researcher
position for a National Science Foundation-sponsored project on
gender and undergraduate science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics (STEM) education. The three-year study — now beginning
its second year — aims to identify gendered patterns of performance,
interests, and participation in engineering in relation to
undergraduate teaching methods and curricula. Specifically, the
project will address how engineering-related (i.e., physics,
mathematics, and engineering) classrooms that emphasize project-based
learning compare with classrooms that emphasize other innovative or
traditional methods, in terms of their effects on all students and
particularly on women. The research design includes an in-depth,
qualitative and quantitative study on the experiences of 600 female
and male students in twelve classrooms across four high-caliber
engineering schools. This work will provide insight into the
effectiveness of project-based learning vis-à-vis other innovative
pedagogical practices and into the experiences and participation of
women at one of the greatest points of female attrition in engineering.

Requirements:

* training and experience in interviewing and participant
observation;
* proficiency in Word and Excel;
* abilities to work independently and on own initiative;
* abilities to demonstrate strong writing and analytic skills;
* excellent interpersonal skills;
* abilities to pay close attention to detail, work in a team
environment, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines with accurate
results;
* abilities to prioritize work from numerous sources, be well
organized, and have excellent time management skills;
* good oral/written communication skills, and proofreading skills;
* ability to analyze situations, use discretion, and troubleshoot;
* knowledge of Atlas.ti is helpful but not required;
* knowledge of gender and STEM issues is a plus.

The selected candidate will chiefly contribute to the qualitative
side of study including data collection (classroom observations and
faculty/student interviews) and analysis. Local and national travel
may be required. Successful candidate may be asked to stay on the
project for up to 2 years.

The selected applicant will work with Dr. Yevgeniya (Zhenya)
Zastavker (Associate Professor of Physics, Franklin W. Olin College
of Engineering; P.I.) and Dr. Maria (Mia) Ong (Project Leader, TERC;
Co-P.I.) and graduate and undergraduate members of the research team.
The position is open immediately. Applications will be accepted
until the position is filled. The total workload will average
approximately 5 hours per week. Compensation commensurate with
experience will be provided. Opportunities exist for a qualifying
paper and/or co-authorship on conference papers, internal reports,
and academic publications.
Please send cover letters and C.V., including names of two
references, to:
Dr. Yevgeniya Zastavker,
Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering,
Olin Way,
Needham, MA 02492-1245
Email: Yevgeniya.Zastavker@olin.edu ; Phone: 781-292-2520

We seek to diversify our staff. We encourage people from all
backgrounds to apply.

(10/10/07) Tenure Track Faculty Position

The Department of Health and Behavioral Sciences at the University of
Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center ( www.cudenver.edu/clas/

hbsc ) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the
Assistant Professor level pending budgetary approval. We seek an
individual with a Dr.P.H. or Ph.D. in any social science field whose
research is in the area of "health" and involves the application of
social science theory and methods to issues of social justice and
health policy. Preference will be given to individuals using
qualitative and/or mixed methods. The successful candidate will join
a highly productive faculty in providing rigorous training in a
doctoral program that appl ies social, behavioral, and health science
perspectives in solving health problems at the population-,
community-, and individual-levels. The new faculty member will
also participate in teaching in an undergraduate program in Community
Health. The position is a 9-month appointment with a!
4-course per academic year (AY) teaching load. AY salary is not
grant dependent and will be offered on a basis commensurate with
qualifications and experience.

Applicants should apply at www.jobsatcu.com. Be sure to include a
letter describing teaching and research interests, current curriculum
vitae, and contact information (including email addresses) for at
least 3 professional references. Any questions or problems with
submitting material, please contact Abby Fitch at 303.556.4300 or
abby.fitch@cudenver.edu. Review of applications will begin on
November 15, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.
UCDHSC requires background investigations for employment. The
University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in
education and employment. As one of three institutions within the
University of Colorado system, UCDHSC is located in downtown Denver
and seeks to meet the needs of a diverse population through its
curriculum, research and community service activities.

(10/9/07) Child Care Needed

We are looking for child care for our 10 year-old boy with autism for
approximately 4-6 hours per week. He is non-verbal and needs
physical assistance. Applicants must be extremely reliable and
willing to help with physical activities such as dressing, loading
onto a school bus, etc. Hours include some early mornings
(7:00-8:00am) and some mid-afternoons (2:50-3:50), no experience is
needed, but you must be trustworthy and caring. The salary is
negotiable. Please call Kurt (father) at 978-604-2781.

(10/9/07) Internship Opportunity

Attention: Graduate and Undergraduate Students

Be Part of an Innovative
and Exciting New Program!

The Research Institute for Learning and Development (RILD) in
Lexington is looking for graduates and highly motivated
undergraduates to help with research and implementation of the SMARTS
Mentoring Program. If you are interested in learning disabilities,
non-profit work, research and/or development then this internship is
for you.

S.M.A.R.T.S. stands for Success, Mentorship, Awareness, Resilience,
Talents, and Strategies. The SMARTS Mentoring Program is a unique
mentoring program designed by ResearchILD to build a supportive
community for students with learning and attention differences.
Mentors develop one-to-one relationships with younger students as
they share experiences and strategies for life success. The SMARTS
program creates a forum for mentees and mentors to meet and to share
personalized strategies for effectively managing their academic and
social difficulties.

Time commitment: 10 or 20 hours/week
We would like interns to commit to both Fall and Spring semesters but
we are also willing to consider interns who can only commit to one
semester.

Location: Lexington, MA

Credit: Internship credit will be given according to hours/week

Internship work will include:

• Help to organize SMARTS mentor/mentee events (e.g., SMARTS fair,
apple picking, ice skating, etc.)
• Help to enter questionnaire data into database
• Program development and expansion
• Assist with the statistical analyses and interpretation of
questionnaire data
• Assist with grant writing for the SMARTS program

(10/9/07) WCW Postdoc announcement

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Dear Colleagues
Attached please find an announcement of opening postdoctoral fellowship
positions at the Wellesley Centers for Women. We would appreciate your
help in advertising for this exciting opportunity. Feel free to forward
this email or to post the attached announcement on bulletin boards.

This program is designed to select candidates who will develop
successful
careers in externally funded research programs on underrepresented
populations of children and adolescents. More detailed information about
the program, and guidelines for application can be found at
www.wcwonline.org/postdoc.

We look forward to a successful continuation of this program.

All the best, and many thanks for your help in spreading the word.

Ineke Ceder
Research Administrator
Wellesley Centers for Women
http://www.wcwonline.org

email: iceder@wellesley.edu phone: 781/283-2486
fax: 781/283-3645
address: WCW/Cheever, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street,
Wellesley, MA
02481

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Ellen Pinderhughes, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Chair
Eliot-Pearson Dept. of Child Development
Tufts University
105 College Avenue
Medford,MA 02155
617-627-4560 voice
617-627-3503 fax

(10/4/07) Career Opportunity

Fantastic Career Opportunity! – Class of 2008

Position: Youth Education Coordinator

Organization: Canal Alliance
A non-profit serving the residents of a neighborhood who are mostly
immigrants, speak English as a second language, and deal daily with
issues of employment, education, childcare, and health care. The
Canal Alliance's youth programs for middle school and high school
children are particularly successful and tackle the tough issue of
educational parity.

For more information: www.canalalliance.org

Location: San Rafael, CA (12 miles north of San Francisco)

Details: Full-Time; Two-year position

Job Description: Helping to transform a community.
Working with students from low-income families.
Helping them graduate high school.
Advising them during college applications.
Coaching, advising and mentoring.

Salary: $40,000 per year plus benefits

Additional Info: This position was created and funded initially by
Amy and Seth Barad, Tufts Alumni living in San Rafael. The Alliance
intends to fill this position from the Tufts Class of 2008. The
person currently holding the job, Vanessa Vazquez, graduated from
Tufts in 2006. In creating this position, the Canal Alliance has been
able to increase the capacity of its high school and college
programs, thereby helping more kids go to college and successfully
complete a college education.

One fortunate Tufts student will enjoy a great first job upon
graduation and have additional opportunities for personal growth:
introductions to nonprofit leaders and active citizens plus exposure
to potential nonprofit careers.

Requirements: A desire for social justice. An interest in youth
development and a desire to do challenging, transformative work are
most important. Experience in teaching, advising, coaching,
mentoring, or tutoring would be helpful. Fluency or ability to
converse comfortably in Spanish is a plus.

A willingness to continue the pipeline of Tufts graduates to hold
this position, perform well, and develop as a leader.

Application
Timeline: September, 24th
Information Sessions held in Room 202, Lincoln Filene Hall
Open Block noon -1pm

October, 1st
Information Sessions held in Room 202, Lincoln Filene Hall
Open Block noon -1pm

October, 15th
Applications due to Gary Van Deurse, Tisch College, Lincoln
Filene Hall. Gary.vandeurse@tufts.edu or 617-627-4845.

1. A personal statement about why you are interested in the job
and why you are a great candidate for this job. This can serve as
your "cover letter." Please include some perspective on how this
job might fit your future career plans.

2. A resume

3. Names and contact information for two references

October, 22nd
Semi-finalist notified of on-campus interview to be held on October 24th

October, 24th
Semi-finalist interviews conducted

November/December
Finalists travel to Canal Alliance located in San Rafael, CA for
final interview. Travel time will be set for a mutually agreeable time.

January, 2008
Final decision

Contact Gary Van Deurse via email at gary.vandeurse@tufts.edu or by
phone at
617-627-7845 with any questions.