Dorm Substitute

Gallaudet-University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Gallaudet University seeks a Dorm Substitute Worker to assist Residence Education staff in supervising high school students, enforcing campus policies, and supporting a safe, inclusive living environment.

This on-call, fixed-term position offers $18.40 per hour and requires willingness to work evenings, overnights, and weekends. The role supports homework help, attendance tracking, and coverage of campus activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework required.
• ASL fluency and understanding of deafness.
• Experience with residence hall programs and student discipline preferred.
• Willingness to work evenings, overnight, and weekends; background check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Residence Education personnel with supervising high school students and enforcing policies.
• Track attendance and maintain communication logs; cover campus activities.
• Provide homework help and on-call coverage with varied hours.

Skills

ASL fluency

Adolescent development understanding

Evenings/night/weekends availability

Education

Two years of college coursework

Tools

First aid/CPR certification

Job description

OVERVIEW

Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, and multicultural institution of higher education dedicated to the intellectual and professional advancement of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud tradition of research and scholarly activity and prepares graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world. As part of the university, the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center is a federally funded center that operates exemplary elementary and secondary education programs for deaf and hard of hearing students as well as national outreach programs which develop and disseminate innovative curricula, instructional techniques, and products nationwide, and provide information, training, and technical assistance to parents and professionals serving children from birth through age 21.

JOB DETAILS

Job Title: Dorm Substitute Worker
Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Pay Type: Hourly Exempt Status: No Supervisory Organization (Department): Dorm Assistant - JM
Resume Deadline: Until Filled

SUMMARY

Dorm Substitute assist Residence Education personnel with monitoring and supervising high school students; ensures that school policies are followed; tracks attendance and fills out communication logs; covers campus activities; and assists students with homework assignments. This is on-call position and the hours vary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum two years college/university coursework
• Knowledge and understanding of adolescent needs and characteristics and deafness
• Familiarity with residence hall program management and student discipline
• Willingness to work evenings, overnight, and on weekends
• First aid/CPR certification required or willingness to obtain
• Fluency in American Sign Language required

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Employment Dates: ASAP – June 11, 2027

BACKGROUND CHECK

• All employees hired must undergo and pay for a background investigation if selected for the job and must be cleared before starting the first day on the job.
• The current fee for the investigation can range from $35 to $135, depending on location.
• Background Check and SARP must be in good standing.

COMPENSATION

Compensation: $18.40 per hour

CONTACT

If you have any questions, please contact the Clerc Center Human Resources Office at [e-mail].

EEO STATEMENT

Gallaudet University is an equal opportunity employer/educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, hearing status, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other unlawful basis. This policy is in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the District of Columbia Human Rights Act, and other applicable laws and applies to all procedures affecting applicants and employees including, but not necessarily limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, reassignment, reappointment, tenure, demotion, selection for training, layoff, furlough, and termination, compensation, and all other conditions or privileges of employment.

ABOUT GALLAEDUT

Gallaudet University is a world-class institution with a rich history of transformation and impact. For more than 150 years, Gallaudet has been the political, social, and economic engine of the signing community.