Student Life Educator

Student Life Educator

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 co-SLE in cottage. Supports NMSD's progressive vision, mission and beliefs. It is anticipated and expected that all functions of this position will be performed in a positive and respectful manner, with a strong focus on advancing the mission and vision of New Mexico School for the Deaf.

The duties and competencies listed are comprehensive yet not all inclusive of this position.

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 NMSD's resources to support each student's 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 school's positive discipline philosophy and utilizes appropriate techniques to support children's growth and development in becoming self-reliant, independent problem-solvers 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 after-school 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 NMSD's mission, vision and beliefs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific

Qualifications/Requirements:

Experience working as an educator in a residential setting, demonstrating the ability to provide compassionate and reliable support to residents. Familiarity with safety protocols, and maintaining a respectful, caring environment.

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

Proficiency in American Sign Language required.

Valid and current driver's license with a clean driving record is required. Willingness and ability to complete and adhere to defensive driving training as part of ongoing professional development.

Qualifications and Expectations Applicable to All NMSD Employees

• Commitment to Vision- Must be committed to NMSD's Vision, Mission, and Beliefs
• Language Skills- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and the general public.
• American Sign Language: Proficiency in or willingness to learn American Sign Language required.
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and…