Dorm Assistant

Gallaudet University

Washington, DC, USA
Base: $18.40 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
On-call/flexible hours
Fluency in american sign language required
Willingness to work evenings and overnight shifts
Knowledge of adolescent needs and deafness
Gallaudet University is seeking a Dorm Assistant to support high school students at the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center, focusing on monitoring student activities, ensuring adherence to school policies, and providing academic assistance. Candidates should have knowledge of adolescent needs, fluency in American Sign Language, and be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Job Summary

  • The Dorm Assistant assists Residence Education personnel with monitoring and supervising high school students at the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center.
  • This on-call position requires fluency in American Sign Language and knowledge of adolescent needs specific to deaf and hard of hearing students.
  • Compensation is set at $18.40 per hour for the fixed term period from August 31, 2026 to June 11, 2027.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Gallaudet University is seeking a Dorm Assistant to support high school students at the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center, focusing on monitoring student activities, ensuring adherence to school policies, and providing academic assistance. Candidates should have knowledge of adolescent needs, fluency in American Sign Language, and be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Salary

Base: $18.40 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Fluency in American Sign Language required
  • Willingness to work evenings and overnight shifts
  • Knowledge of adolescent needs and deafness

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with residence hall program management
  • Experience with student discipline procedures
  • Ability to cover campus activities

Key Requirements

  • Minimum two years college/university coursework
  • First aid/CPR certification required or willingness to obtain
  • Must pass background investigation prior to starting

Work Rights

Not specified

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