What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Travel Counselor position at Perkins School for the Blind?
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 own our work.
Ambitious Vision
We strive to create a more inclusive society by empowering students with complex disabilities and visual impairments to reach their full potential.
About this Role
We are seeking an innovative Residential Counselor Teaching Assistant who shares our passion for education and is eager to make a lasting impact on the lives of students.
Your Key Responsibilities
You will provide direct care, teaching independent living skills, and offer classroom support to students with complex needs.
You will excel at building positive relationships that help students manage their behaviors and develop social and communication skills.
You will have a strong understanding of both the general curriculum and the expanded core curriculum, and effectively support and implement IEP goals to help students reach their educational milestones.
You will maintain accurate records of student progress, evaluate and document learning outcomes, and communicate clearly with colleagues and team members.
What We Offer
We offer flexible schedules to meet your needs, as well as the potential for free, on-campus housing and meals.
Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent required, Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience working with students with special needs, either in a classroom setting, through volunteer work or in another professional setting preferred.
Valid driver's license and willingness to drive school vehicles preferred.
Benefits
If hired as a regular employee at Perkins, we have benefits that put you first, including an employer contributing retirement plan, tuition reimbursement from day one, professional development, personal days, paid time off and paid sick leave.
Our campus is quaint, charming and historical, a perfect mix of legacy and modern buildings. It is located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.
