Western Kentucky University, The Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky, is seeking applicants for a Residential Counselor. This is a 10-month position. This position reports to the Residence Life Coordinator. Anticipated start date is August 1, 2011.
This is an extraordinary opportunity for professionals who wish to make a true difference in the lives of young people who are gifted and talented and in the future of the Commonwealth. In the fall of 2007, the Gatton Academy opened as the nation’s 14th state residential school with a focus on mathematics and science. Located on the campus of Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, KY, the program provides extraordinary academic and research opportunities for Kentucky High School juniors and seniors who are academically talented and interested in careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. One hundred and twenty-eight students will earn at least sixty hours of college credit while completing their High School Diploma in both a residential and peer-supported living/learning environment.
Duties and Primary Responsibilities:
The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs:
- Creates a safe, healthy, and nurturing living/learning environment on assigned wing of the building
- Lives on student wing in the Academy and serves as a role model in all areas of personal, relational, and academic life
- Develops and implements educational, cultural, social and recreational programming to promote social growth and involvement in the community
- Intervenes and/or refers student to appropriate source during emotional or physical crises
- Monitors and documents student progress
- Communicates frequently with parents
- Staffs the front desk during assigned shifts
- Serves as a student advisor for clubs/activities
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience with residential life or teaching
- Must reside at the Academy
- Must be 21 years of age and hold valid driver’s license
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desired/Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with gifted students
Salary Grade: 105
Expected Salary Range: $22,500.00 -$25,008.00 annually, plus housing
Applications for employment will be accepted electronically only. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter describing qualifications and experience, a current resume, and names, addresses, and daytime phone numbers of three professional references using the on-line application process. Transcripts may be requested at time of interview. Please refer to the following website to apply: http://asaweb.wku.edu/sjobs or call (270) 745-5934 for assistance. Reference requisition number S2911. To ensure full consideration please submit all application materials by May 9th, 2011. Position will remain open until filled.
Western Kentucky University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or marital status in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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