Length of Position: 189 days
Part-time: 20 hours per week
Hours: May vary 3:00 to 8:00 PM or 4:00 to 9:00 PM Mon-Thu
SUMMARY
Supporting afterschool programs including athletic programs, residential programs, and student development programs. Assists in teaching students social, leisure, and other daily living. Assists with athletic practices/games and in developing activities associated with an after-school program and recreational program. Coordinates schedules and provides program instruction to all students (day and residential) and supervises after school activities including athletic programs. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Supervises residential and day students, as assigned, in dormitories, athletic locations including home and away games, and other campus areas and on off-campus excursions.
- Assists with developing and conducting after-school programs/clubs/Special Olympics and other student activities.
- Accompany and assist with supervising student-athletes on sporting events at TSD and away games.
- Assists in-game administration and management as well as follow and carry out recommended techniques, methods, etc., related to the philosophies of the head coach and not deviate from them without consulting the head coach.
- With instructions from the head coach, provides direct supervision of student-athletes in vehicles, locker rooms, gyms, playing fields, dining rooms, and dorms during sports practices and participation.
- Stress good sportsmanship, safety, and the values of athletics, positive community relations, during student development-related activities, and a positive image of the school to students, staff, opponents, and parents.
- Promotes the environment of positive Social, Emotional, and Learning during after-school programs including athletics.
- Monitors and assists students with homework/projects.
- Transports students and staff in school vehicles to/from school activities.
- Escorts students to health services or other locations as needed.
- Assists Student Development Coordinator in providing educational workshops.
- Creates and supports a positive learning environment through communications, role modeling, fun, and engaging activities.
- Assists in developing flyers for after-school events.
- Other duties as assigned.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- May assist with home-going program on either Fridays/Sundays when needed.
- May work weekends as scheduled.
- May assist with major campus-wide events.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent certificate.
- Experience working with school-age children and not limited to college students in a group setting such as daycare, camp, residential/college living facilities.
- Sign Language: The ultimate required proficiency level for the position using the levels designated in the Signed Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) is ADVANCED. If hired with a sign language proficiency level below this level, you are required to participate in signed communication learning opportunities on a regular basis until you have achieved the sign language proficiency level assigned to your position. Must have at least a minimum level of INTERMEDIATE.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience working related to and/or coordinating recreational activities
- Proficient sign communications skills
- Post-secondary training in counseling, psychology, child development, education, or another relevant field.
- Experience at a residential school for the deaf
- Experience teaching or caring for children and youth with and without disabilities.
- Posses or obtains SOTX certification
SUPERVISOR
Student Development Supervisor
Military Occupation Specialty (MOS)
None equivalent
It is the Texas School for the Deaf’s (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
