Summer Resident Assistant

The University of Kansas - Staff; Cobalt; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks Resident Assistants for its Math & Science Center Summer Institute in Cobalt, Ontario. The role involves supervising high school students, ensuring their safety and academic progress, and participating in recreational activities. Candidates must have a High School Diploma and relevant experience with teens. The position offers $18 per hour, includes room and meals, and requires 24/7 residency during the program. Applications close after March 13th, 2026.

Benefits

Room and meals included

Experience working in an educational environment

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the appointment date.
• Experience with high school students.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in a living environment for their safety and well-being.
• Plan and implement recreational and social activities.
• Oversee the maintenance of the residence hall.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Supervisory experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent plus coursework

Job description

Position Overview

The Math & Science Center Summer Institute Resident Assistants will live in a residence hall and supervise approximately 25 to 35 high school students who are participating in a six-week educational institute at KU during the summer. Each Resident Assistant is assigned a group of 10-14 students, but is responsible for supervising every student.

The Summer Institute dates are 5/31/26 - 7/10/26, with orientation scheduled on 5/28/26 - 5/29/26.

RA must be available 24 hours a day (Sunday 4:30PM through Friday 3:30PM).

The salary for the RA positions: $18 per hour plus room and meals.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment. KU is not able to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Job Description

80% - Use professional ethics, implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the summer component and supervise students in a group living environment to ensure their safety and well-being. RA duties include but are not limited to:

• Provide support to students in personal, social, and academic areas.
• Assesses any residence hall problems, assimilate facts, process viewpoints and make decisions in compliance with program guidelines.
• Facilitate and supervise students during study hall.
• Serve as a liaison between administration and residence hall staff.
• Create proper environment for both students and staff; Manage health problems and medical emergencies for students.
• Monitor and evaluate student's academic and social progress; see that students are up in the morning and prepared for class and making regular classroom visits.
• Participate in staff orientation and attend all staff meetings.

10% - Assist in planning, organizing and implementing recreational, social, and cultural activities, and maintain discipline and harmonious relations in the residence hall and all other areas of the program; participate in all program recreational activities, field trips and residential life, and conduct required workshops for participants (including evening and weekend responsibilities).

5% - Oversee the physical maintenance of the residence hall as it pertains to Math & Science Center students (this involves establishing procedures for key assignment and collection; prevention of abuse of furniture, lounges, and rooms; checking the condition of rooms before and after Math & Science Center students’ occupancy).

5% - Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Position Requirements

This position is on-site at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS and is required to maintain 24-hour residency, 6 days-a week for six weeks.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent plus one year of coursework at a Higher Education institution.
• Familiarity with college residence hall policies and procedures as demonstrated by application materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a wide variety of high school students as evidenced by application materials
• Experience with conflict resolution as evidenced by application materials
• Tutoring experience
• Experience coordinating and supervising group living experiences in a team focused work environment
• Have effective communication skills, as demonstrated in application materials
• Possess good organizational skills, as demonstrated in application materials
• Must have high level of maturity; be self-disciplined and teamwork orientated, as demonstrated in application materials
• Previous TRIO (E.g. Upward Bound) Program experience
• Valid driver's license
• At least six months prior supervisory experience

Contact Information to Applicants

Hong Chuong, [e-mail]

Additional Candidate Instruction

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

• A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
• Resume or curriculum vitae.
• Name and contact information for three professional references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application Review Begins

Friday, March 13th 2026 and will continue until all positions have been filled.

Advertised Salary Range

$18.00 per hour plus room and board

Anticipated Start Date

28-May-2026

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

FTE

1.0

Reg/Temp

Temporary

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Employee Class

U-Unclassified Professional Staff

Work Schedule

Sunday-Friday – hours will vary

Work Location Assignment

On-Site

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [e-mail], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.