On-Campus Residential Advisor - Student Growth & Mentorship

Girard Estate; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Job summary

Girard College seeks experienced Residential Advisors to support students from 1-12 in a campus-based housing environment in Philadelphia, PA 19121. The role involves supervising, mentoring, and engaging with students outside class to foster academic and personal growth.

The position requires a high school diploma (college credit or degree preferred), strong organizational and teamwork skills, and a commitment to Girard College values. On-campus housing is provided as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Previous child-care experience or supervision of children required.
• A minimum high school diploma required, some earned credits or completed college degree preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to live on campus (position comes with on campus housing).

Responsibilities

• Support the students' academic work through regular interaction with their teachers and caregivers.
• Support the academic curriculum through homework support and out of school programs.
• Instruct and facilitate the Residential/Life Skills and Social Emotional Learning Curriculums
• Provide an accessible, supportive and nurturing living environment for the students.
• Wake students and supervise them while they get ready for school.
• Accompany students to breakfast and supervise them while they eat.
• Receive students in the afternoon after they are dismissed from class.
• Supervise students during homework periods and after school activities.
• Accompany students to dinner and supervise them while they eat.
• Enforce rules, policies and procedures governing good student conduct.
• Serve as a role model for the students.
• Accompany and/or drive students off campus for educational and recreational activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Child care experience

Student management

Team work

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma

College credits or degree preferred

Tools

Computer literacy

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Girard College seeks experienced Residential Advisors to support students from 1-12 in a campus-based housing environment in Philadelphia, PA 19121. The role involves supervising, mentoring, and engaging with students outside class to foster academic and personal growth.

The position requires a high school diploma (college credit or degree preferred), strong organizational and teamwork skills, and a commitment to Girard College values. On-campus housing is provided as part of the role.