NEXT Steps (Certificate Program for Students with Intellectual Disabilities) Resident Life Educator

Position Summary NEXT Steps is a certificate program for students with intellectual disability. The Residence Life Educator for NEXT Steps in a live-in, professional educator whose primary responsibility is to deliver a student-development focused curriculum and co-curriculum that supports the mission of the NEXT Steps program. The NEXT Steps RLE actively promotes a safe and healthy living environment for students in the program while teaching foundational skills in independent living. They serve as an active member on the NEXT Steps team. This is a full-time, 10-month position. Education Required Master’s degree in education, special education, higher education, counseling, or a related field. Education Preferred Experience Required 1 year of post undergraduate residence life experience; 1-2 years of experience working directly with students with intellectual disability. Experience Preferred 1 year teaching experience Skills, Characteristics Required for Position Strong knowledge of strategies to support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong verbal and written communication abilities Strong administrative skills Skillful in decision-making and problem-solving Technology skills, including Microsoft and Canvas Teaching ability, curriculum delivery, and assessment Knowledge and understanding of the stages of student development and the importance of holistic education Ability to work collaboratively within the department and other departments Special Working Conditions 1. Live-in position; 40 hours a week, with some hours during nights, weekends, and occasional holidays. 2. After hours and on weekends, the Residence Life Educators are a critical component of the Institution’s risk management model. RLEs are expected to respond as an adult neighbor in the event of a major crisis such as a natural disaster or fire. NEXT Stpes RLE will be part of the administrative on-call team. Driving Requirements n/a Essential Employee N/A Primary Duties 1. Assist with the interview, and selection process for prospective NEXT Steps students 2. Develop lesson plans and teach Independent Living course and associated labs for NEXT Steps students (NEXT 030/L, 035/L, 040/L, 045/L) 3. Foster safe, hospitable, holistic, living-learning environment that promotes a sense of belonging for all students, encouraging ownership of student learning, engagement, development, and well-being. 4. Complete daily living walkthroughs for up to 24 NEXT Steps students to monitor and evaluate the condition of student living space 5. Complete well-being walkthroughs for up to 24 NEXT Steps students to assess overall health and personal needs 6. Maintain student attendance and required records via assessment tool 7. Respond as required/requested to student crisis 8. Serve on the On-Consult Administrative Response rotation and work in cooperation with safety, counseling staff, medical staff. 9. Make intentional efforts to get to know NEXT Steps residents 10. Develop, promote, and increase inclusive residence hall activities for NEXT Steps students and peers, as part of their co-curricular programming 11. Provide administrative oversight a. Complete administrative responsibilities within the residence hall b. Assist in the opening and closing of residence halls. c. Actively contribute to NEXT Steps and SSE Divisional meetings 12. Complete special tasks and projects assigned by the Director of NEXT Steps 13. Partner with the Director of NEXT Steps in department-wide initiatives 14. Assist in maintaining effective student relations by collaborating on retention efforts, roommate negotiations, and informal meetings that contribute to students’ success and growth. Secondary Duties 1. Participate in various committees through membership in the Community of Educators. 2. Develop professionally by keeping current in education field 3. Work collaboratively with other campus offices. 4. Other duties as assigned. Supervises: # of Administrative 0 Supervises: # of Staff 0 Supervises: # of Student 0 Posting Date 03/20/2025 Open Until Filled Yes