MSAD Residential Educator 36 hr/weekly

About the role

Provide supervision of student(s) in the residential area and other duties as assigned at the Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf. Positions at the State Academy for the Deaf require signing skills. Candidates will be assessed for signing skills prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in the residential setting
• Perform other duties as assigned

Schedule

• Evening shift: Sunday 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
• Evening shift: Monday – Thursday 2:45 pm – 10:45 pm
• Days of work: Sunday – Thursday
• 10-month position (36 hours per week) aligned with the school calendar

Requirements

• A passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment (Parapro or Paraeducator) demonstrating the knowledge and ability to assist with instruction in reading/language, writing, mathematics or readiness for each, OR the ability to pass the Parapro or Paraeducator assessment within the first 6 months of hire
• Knowledge or experience working with students in an educational and/or dormitory setting or in a similar setting as a caregiver
• Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand and follow directions and to maintain records and documentation
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in conversational sign language (to be assessed prior to offer of hire)
• Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide direction to residential students

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced ASL skills
• Previous experience/background working with deaf/hard of hearing students
• Demonstrated knowledge in therapeutic intervention, first aid/CPR

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance
• Must be able to walk/stand for at least eight hours

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a Criminal Background Check within the past 12 months

Pay

• $21.59 – $28.94 per hour
• Additional shift differential of $2.25 per hour for hours worked between 6:00 pm – 6:00 am