Student Life Educator 1

Posting Date: 11/18/2019

Position Title: Student Life Educator 1

Reports to: Student Life Supervisor

Service Area: Santa Fe NM

Employment Term: Fulltime; Nonexempt 10Month position

Salary/Wage Range: Depends on qualifications and experience

Deadline for Application: Open until filled

Anticipated Start Date:

Summary

Responsible for supervision of students in a residential setting. Plans learning experiences that motivate students and meet their interests and individual needs. Prepares and utilizes instructional materials that support the residential curriculum. Integrates critical thinking and literacy/signacy into activities and plans. Works with coSLE in cottage. Supports NMSDs progressive vision mission and beliefs. . It is anticipated and expected that all functions of this position will be performed in a positive and receptive manner while helping to advance the mission and vision of New Mexico School for the Deaf.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned)

• Oversees and maintains a residence unit that promotes the overall growth and development of students.
• Assumes responsibility under the supervision of the Student Life Supervisor for the students physical intellectual emotional social and recreational needs in a nurturing clean safe and comfortable environment.
• Utilizes NMSDs Student Development Framework to support each students education and development as a whole person.
• Plans and supervises daily and weekly activities programs and field trips that support student development.
• Provides tutoring to reinforce academic instruction.
• Follows the schools positive discipline philosophy and utilizes appropriate techniques to support childrens growth and development in becoming selfreliant independent problemsolvers and decision makers.
• Writes detailed and clear incident reports.
• Communicates regularly with parents instructional faculty and support staff concerning student progress in all areas of student life.
• Maintains confidentiality related to student situations and other personal matters.
• Assumes responsibility for the general appearance of the residence unit.
• Makes transportation arrangements for afterschool student trips including communicating transportation arrangements with students parents and staff.
• Accompanies and supervises students on trips.
• Drives school vehicles to transport students as needed.
• Communicates regularly with the Student Life Supervisor concerning student activities residential programs etc.
• Utilizes student files and ensures that the Student Life Supervisor and the Director of Student Affairs have current information.
• Communicates with the health center regarding student medical needs.
• Supports NMSDs mission vision and beliefs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Organization Must be organized and detailoriented.
• Analytical collects and aggregates data for program maintenance and improvement.
• Continuous Learning Seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Job Knowledge Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Use of Technology Adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity.
• Problem Solving Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works in group problem solving situations.
• Cooperation Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to coworkers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Teamwork Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyones efforts to succeed.
• Written Communication Writes clearly and informatively; varies writing style to meet needs.
• State and Federal IDEA Compliance exhibits knowledge of and adherence to all legal requirements related to early intervention.
• Diversity Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organization values.
• Organizational Support Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports organizations goals and values.
• Adaptability Manages competing demands.
• Personal Appearance Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.
• Attendance/Punctuality Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability Follows instructions responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.
• Initiative Seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Quality Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Safety and Security Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: Eighteen 18 semester units or equivalent of college level course work required. A minimum of three 3 semester units or equivalent must be complete in at least three 3 of the different areas below. Course content rather than title will determine acceptability as it relates to the minimum requirements.

• Recreational planning and/or Physical Education
• Education
• English
• Health Science and Hygiene
• Psychology sociology Behavioral Sciences Child Development
• Social Work and Rehabilitation

Language Skills: Proficiency in expressive and receptive American Sign Language and written English. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students and parents.

American Sign Language: Advanced American Sign Language skills at hire are required. The applicant must be proficient in receptive and expressive American Sign Language and able to adjust communication to match students language and communication needs. Applicants who do not possess advanced American Sign Language skills will not be considered for this position.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and situations.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully an individual should have working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications among other programs. Able to utilize webbased resources to supplement instructional materials.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job the employee is required to stand; walk and sit for more than 10 hours a day while supervising. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and peripheral vision.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee will work within an assigned cottage and be provided with appropriate furniture technology and storage space in order to complete assigned duties.

NMSD conforms to all the laws statutes and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women minorities individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or national origin age disability status Genetic Information & Testing Family & Medical Leave protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.