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DESCRIPTION: Cottage Supervisor/Youth Service Worker Supervisor is under the supervision of a Dean of Students. The cottage supervisor is responsible for programming, facility, equipment/supplies, staff and students assigned to a particular cottage.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: The cottage supervisor is the highest level of management providing full- time, direct supervision to students. Cottage supervisors are expected to provide positive leadership; team with other supervisors, subordinates and super ordinates; provide on-the-job training, prepare reports, keep records, evaluate programs and staff; conduct meetings, interface with parents, manage students with multiple disabilities, ensure implementation of the Individual Program Plan, and other related duties. Work 37.5/40 hours per week during evenings and weekends; transport students in a motor vehicle. Perform other duties as assigned. May be required to live on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience: Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and experience equivalent to two years of full-time youth service work in a residential setting. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of current methods and techniques used in the care and supervision of special youth or children; good knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision; teamwork, and staff training; ability to write objective, thorough reports; to motivate and lead a team; strong interpersonal and counseling skills; must be fluent in sign language at the level established for this position within the Tennessee School for the Deaf Sign Communication Program as demonstrated by an appropriate assessment tool after training; a good working knowledge of child development and behavior management. A valid State of Tennessee Driver's License and a clean record are required.

STARTING SALARY AND BENEFITS: Begins at $2,049 per month for eleven months. On campus living available, medical insurance, retirement, longevity bonus.

POSITION AVAILABLE: Currently

All applicants should request application forms from: Steve Farmer, Director of Student Living, Tennessee School for the Deaf, 2725 Island Home Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37920 (865) 579-2500.

All applicants should request application forms from the Tennessee School for the Deaf. The Tennessee School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, handicap or veteran status in provision of education opportunities or employment opportunities and benefits. Inquires or complaints concerning Title IX should be directed to Alan Mealka, TSD, 2725 Island Home BLVD, Knoxville, TN 37920, Telephone: (865) 579-2500. Inquires or complaints may be sent to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights. Applications are kept on file for 3 months.

The Tennessee School for the Deaf is an equal opportunity, equal access, affirmative action employer.

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