Student Dorm Aide

Student Dorm Aide

St. Mary's School for the Deaf

2253 Main Street

Buffalo , NY 14214

Classified - Position - Other (Classified)

Job Number 3300054397

Start Date

Open Date 01/07/2026

Closing Date 05/01/2026

POSITION: Student Dorm Aide, Work days Monday - Thursday Hours 1:30pm to 11:30pm

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

(1) High School diploma (required), College graduate in education, associate degree (preferred),

(2) Ability to communicate with deaf persons using American Sign Language (ASL) and finger spelling. The ability to successfully complete a Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) at the proficiency level defined for each job position as determined by SMSD.

(3) Commitment to the TCI approach in addressing student behavior.

(4) Commitment to providing a safe and healthy residential school environment for students

NOTE: The School may also require employees in this classification to complete successful training in behavior management programs including but not limited to TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) which will be provided by St. Mary's School for the Deaf.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the supervision of students, ensuring their safety at all times;

Assist Dorm Supervisors with tasks related to the care and supervision of students and building security

Assist in escorting students to and from routine and special activities including meals, field trips, sporting activities, and other recreational activities.

Assist in behavior management (as prescribed for each student) and discussion problems or changes with Supervisors.

Assist students with personal hygiene, and may assist multiply handicapped students with toileting, hygiene, and other physical day-to-day activities.

Responsible for afternoon and early evening by student activities, homework, clean-up of dorm areas.

Intercedes in emergency situations as required;

A desire to work towards and secure a CDL license; a valid state driver's license, preferred;

Attends staff and department meetings as required.

Attend the necessary training(s) as required.

Must always remain alert and attentive.

Performs other duties as requested or assigned

Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app_login?COMPANY_ID=00005387) for this job posting.

Job Attachment View Attachment

Salary: From 17.60

Salary: To 18.60

Salary Competitive Y

Appointment Status Permanent

Position Status Full time

Specialized Training Working With Disabled/Medically Fragile Children, Working With Children, TCI - Therapeutic Crisis Intervention

Technology Literacy Google Docs, Outlook, Microsoft Office

Additional Job Information

Hours ae 1:30pm to 11:30pm Monday - Thursday

CSEA Union position, NYS retirement eligible.

Contact Person's Name Mary DeStefano

Contact Person's Phone 7168347200

Contact Person's Email maryd@smsdk12.org

Job Posting Link www.smsdk12.org