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Upward Bound Resident Assistant (Residential) (Summer)
Location:
Hartsville, SC
Description:
Coker University invites applicants to apply for the position of TRiO Upward Bound Resident Assistant (Residential) (Summer) . The Upward Bound Resident Assistant (RA) is a temporary, residential position offering supervision and advisement to high school students during the TRIO Upward Bound Summer College Prep Academy. This is a residential position . The 6‐week summer program offers a summer residential component focused on enhancing the academic skills of the participants and provides participants with fast‐paced, intensive academic coursework and other social, cultural and recreational enrichment activities. The primary objective of the RA position is to ensure the well‐being of program members in grades 9 ‐ 12, with regard to health, safety, morale, discipline, interpersonal relationships, and academics during the residential portion of the Upward Bound Summer Academy. RA's are expected to reside and sleep in their assigned housing during the week. Responsibilities Develop positive and supportive relationships with Upward Bound students, mentoring them on academic, personal, social, and college/career concerns. Assist in establishing and maintaining a positive and safe environment in the UB residence hall for students and staff, creating an atmosphere that appreciates the diverse cultures, traditions, lifestyles, and beliefs of all students. Assist with planning, leading, implementing and participating in participate in free‐ time structured activities for the residents. Assist in supervision of participants at recreation, co‐curricular activities, and meals. Provide academic assistance to students (either in a group or in individual setting) in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas. In addition, assist program participants in the completion and review of homework and in‐class assignments. Assist in monitoring students' arrival on Sundays and departure on Fridays. Maintain student confidentiality as appropriate. Assist in handling and/or refer student disciplinary issues, crises and personal issues to appropriate staff. Maintain program rules and expectations by reinforcing and implementing the policies in the CU Upward Bound Handbook. Meet with UB Resident Director and/or Program Director daily/weekly to ascertain participant's progress and address any concerns including but not limited to, inappropriate student behavior and violations of UB rules and regulations. Complete documentation and reports as assigned. Majority of work is performed indoors in a controlled climate as well as outdoors in summer related weather elements. Other Duties as Assigned Qualifications Applicants must be a freshmen or higher status in college, a recent college graduate, or graduate student with the ability to tutor and mentor high school students in either college preparatory math through pre‐calculus, natural sciences, English, or foreign language. Position requires a positive attitude and the ability to work effectively with and display sensitivity toward a wide range of ethnic, socioeconomic, cultural and life‐ style differences among staff and student participants Personal interaction, the ability to be a team player, and leadership skills are essential Preference will be given to candidates who have: Experience working with low‐ income and first generation students from diverse backgrounds Prior resident assistant or camp counselor experience Special consideration will be given to former students of any TRIO program including but not limited to Upward Bound Maintains confidentiality Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Demonstrates professionalism and behaves in accordance with the college's mission, goals, and values Exhibits flexibility and willingness to learn Ability to cope with stressful circumstances and to cordially interact with people to accomplish tasks Exhibits a willingness to assume additional duties; seeks the guidance of supervisor prior to beginning an unfamiliar assignment Knowledge of and ability to effectively use modern office equipment, technology, and software To apply, please go to https://coker.isolvedhire.com/jobs/ . Review of application materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Compensation: $1600 for the Summer ($400/Week x 4 weeks) Located in Hartsville, South Carolina, and founded in 1908, Coker is a student-centered university granting bachelor's degrees in 30+ subject areas , including five degrees earned entirely online , and three master's degrees earned entirely online . Coker is included among the "Best Regional Universities in the South" by U.S. News & World Report and "Best Southeastern Schools" by The Princeton Review. More information is available at coker.edu and cokercobras.com . Coker University, in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, veterans or military status, or against individuals with disabilities, or other legally protected classifications in the areas of employment, admission, financial aid or access to educational or extracurricular programs, activities or facilities.
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Coker University
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December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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