Night-time Student Life Assistant

The SEED School of Maryland is a statewide, public, college-preparatory boarding school that opened in August 2008.  SEED presents underserved students from across the state with an extraordinary opportunity to receive a tuition-free education that prepares them for success in college and beyond.  The School currently enrolls 80 sixth-grade boys and girls and is accepting applications for its second class of sixth graders.  The School will eventually grow to educate and board 400 students in grades six through twelve.  The Maryland General Assembly passed legislation to establish the School, which receives state and local funds.  The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) oversees the School and holds it accountable to state and federal standards for teaching and learning.

The SEED School of Maryland combines a rigorous and engaging academic curriculum with life skills and enrichment activities to provide students with a thoughtfully balanced learning and living experience.  Students and their families commit to a seven-year educational program that offers small class sizes, high quality teaching and learning experiences, mentoring, community service, and extracurricular activities such as sports and arts.
 

The SEED School of Maryland is centered around its character values: compassion, self-discipline, integrity, respect for oneself and others, responsibility, honesty, and self-determination.  SEED staff members partner with parents, families, and communities to guide and support student success.  The School follows a typical academic school year calendar.

We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Night-Time Student Life Assistant for the 2009-2010 school year. Under the leadership and direction of the Night-Time Student Life Manager, the Night-Time Student Life Assistant is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment during overnight hours (12 am. to 8 a.m.), including handling all emergencies and student issues and supervising and monitoring the students during the morning hours prior to the start of the school day.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Nurturing and Supervising Students

Ø  Demonstrates ability to nurture each student entrusted to their care

Ø  Attends to students’ personal safety;

Ø  Protects the rights and dignity of individual students;

Ø  Attends to students’ health care needs;

Ø  Attends to students’ mental health needs;

Ø  Teaches students healthy lifestyles;

Ø  Teaches students to exhibit behaviors and values deemed appropriate for a member of the SEED community; and

Ø  Maintains a developmentally appropriate behavior management system.

Facility and Office Management

Ø  Responsible for assisting in the management and maintenance of the house/residence hall facility.

Program Development

Ø  Maintains house programs including implementing a chore program, initiating morning routine (i.e., waking students, etc.).

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience & Education

Ø  Associate or higher degree or equivalent work experience in social sciences or related field; and

Ø  A minimum of two (2) years experience in adolescent development, residential/boarding education, counseling, or related field.

Computer Skills

Ø  Proficient in MS Office Suite; and

Ø  Internet savvy and skilled with technology.

Requirements:

Ø  Able to work 12 midnight to 8 am

Ø  Able to attend all professional development days

Ø  Able to attend required staff meetings.

If you are interested in joining The SEED School of Maryland, we would like to hear from you. To be considered, please forward a letter of interest, résumé; and your salary history. Packets may be emailed or faxed to:

• Email:  [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]   

• Fax:  (410) 843-9496

The SEED School of Maryland is committed to the letter and spirit of equality. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in hiring and employment, nor in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship, and other programs.