MSAD Residential Educator

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.

Work schedule

• Evening Shift: Monday–Thursday 2:45pm–12:00am and Friday 1:00pm–4:00pm
• Monday–Friday
• This is a 10-month per year (36 hour weekly) position, based on the school calendar
• This position is eligible for an additional shift differential of $2.25 between the hours of 6pm–6am

Responsibilities

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

Minimum qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily living/convenience services: chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Kerry Vigesaa-David at kerry.vigesaa-david@msa.state.mn.us or 507-384-6604.

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