Coordinator of Student Living

Perkins helps children with disabilities find their place in the world. An international NGO we are committed to delivering best-in-class education to children providing immersive training and support to professionals and families advocating for inclusion and accelerating innovation for people with disabilities. At Perkins we think courageously act collaboratively and we own our work. Join a supportive community committed to growth where your work makes a the Coordinator of Student Living you will coordinate the administrative and operational aspects of daily student life including supervision and training of Teaching Assistant staff; attend to the direct student care medical and behavioral needs of students throughout the school day including the after school program; facilitates daily coverage plans and transportation provides direct student support as needed; works closely with the administrative and health services team to support the daily operations of the Duties Responsibilities and Expectations include the following:Maintains appropriate certifications and completes required training hours and mandated trainings including on-the-job program needs and plans participates in program and campus wide projects and activities this may include campus-wide safety and manages several responsibilities concurrently. Shows initiative in further developing position responsibilities with the supervisors approval. Makes effective use of time completes work on schedule and meets flexibility adjusting to changes in daily routines students needs and administrative directives policies and respect for students colleagues administrators family members and others by creating and maintaining positive interpersonal relationships. Communicates well and collaborates with staff at all levels and in all departments family members outside agency staff contractors supervisory leadership to enable staff to perform well. Represents and leads the Teaching Assistant team staff and students demonstrating good judgment and effective performance management and participates in all facets of staff development including on-the-job in teaching assistant staff interviewing and direct care and Individual Education Plan (IEP) based instruction to students throughout the day/ an understanding of the general curriculum as well as the expanded core curriculum (ECC).Ensures a safe environment and effectively handles closely with Health Services team to support student feed and medication administration as neededAdministers medications in compliance with Perkins policies and state perform other related duties and tasks as Responsibilities: To administer and manage subordinate staff with assigned responsibilities in daily and educational program activities. Responsible for assisting in the overall administration direction coordination and evaluation of these staff. Performs supervisory responsibilities in accordance with schools policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing hiring and training employees; planning assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving and/or Experience High School Diploma Associates or Bachelors degree preferred with three (3) years of experience working with special needs children or an equivalent combination of education and experience; First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Automated External Defibrillator (AED); Crisis Prevention and Physical Intervention (CPPI) required; Sign Language (dependent on program needs); valid drivers license and willingness to drive school vehicles including chair cars. Physical Demands Generally the essential functions performed are typical in a school environment and involves working with students requiring lifting or exertion of up to 50lbs. The following shared salary range is what Perkins reasonably expects in good faith to pay for the position. The applicable range could differ based on experience and qualification.$44322.93-$69106.91 Perkins offers a comprehensive benefits package for part time and full time employees including:Medical Dental & Vision Insurance Wellness programs Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Flexible Spending Accounts Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance401(k) Plan with employer match Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day onePaid Time OffExtras: Employee Recognition Programs EAP legal services referral bonuses credit union access pre-tax MBTA passes and more!Perkins is a mission-driven community that supports your well-being at work and beyond. We are located in the heart of Watertown adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.

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