Resident Assistant

What You Can Expect As A Residential Assistant

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a real difference in the lives of students? Join us as a Residential Assistant in our Residential Programs and help our students lead more independent lives. You will have a direct impact on students with complex disabilities and visual impairments. In this vital role, you'll support our educators and help our students thrive. We provide flexible schedules, as well as free on-campus housing and meal options, when available!

We'd Love To Talk With You If You Have Many Of The Following :

• You encourage student independence, self-confidence, and overall growth by providing direct care, teaching independent living skills, and offering classroom support.
• You excel at helping students manage their behaviors and develop social and communication skills.
• You have a strong understanding of both the general curriculum and the expanded core curriculum to help students reach their educational milestones.
• You are able to maintain accurate records of student progress, and are skilled at evaluating and documenting learning outcomes.
• You are compassionate about creating a positive, inclusive learning environment where every student feels supported and motivated to succeed.

Education / Experience :

Benefits :

If hired as a regular employee at Perkins, we have benefits that put you first, including an employer contributing retirement plan, tuition reimbursement from day one, professional development, personal days, paid time off and paid sick leave. Our campus is quaint, charming and historical, a perfect mix of legacy and modern buildings. It is located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.

Perkins is an equal opportunity employer. View the Perkins Notice of non-discrimination.