Part-Time Job Search Research Assistant (Remote)

About Me:
I’m a passionate K12 instructional leader with 20+ years of experience in school administration, coaching, teaching, and curriculum design. Currently, I’m managing a full-time leadership role and solo parenting a toddler while conducting a targeted job search. I’m seeking a sharp, organized research assistant to handle the legwork of finding and tracking job openings so I can focus on applying.

What You’ll Do (1–2 hours/week):

  • Search for current job openings in these categories:
  • Middle/High School Social Studies or History teaching positions (Westchester and Rockland County public schools via OLAS)
  • Independent schools within a 45-minute commute of Tarrytown, NY
  • Learning & Development roles
  • Education nonprofits and education policy organizations
  • Verify postings are current and actively accepting applications
  • Record key details for each live opening: organization, contact name, position title, posting date, application deadline, and link
  • Deliver findings weekly via a shared Google Sheet

Who You Are:

  • Detail-oriented and resourceful
  • Comfortable navigating multiple job boards and organizational websites
  • Reliable with strong organizational and communication skills
  • Able to work independently and meet weekly deadlines

How to Apply:
Send a brief note about your background and experience. Complete a sample search covering all listed categories and format your results in a simple spreadsheet. Spend about an hour on this task to demonstrate your skills. Please note: A completed sample search is required to be considered.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

  • Are you comfortable independently searching multiple job boards and organizational websites for current job postings? (Yes/No)
  • Do you have experience organizing data in spreadsheets such as Google Sheets or Excel? (Yes/No)
  • Can you commit to working approximately 1–2 hours per week on a regular schedule? (Yes/No)
  • Are you detail-oriented and able to verify that job postings are active and up to date? (Yes/No)
  • Do you have experience with or interest in K12 education or nonprofit sectors? (Optional, but helpful) (Yes/No)

Work Location: Remote

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