Residence Advisor

Education First; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on EF programs for Staff,and

EF Hello app access

Tuition Reimbursement

Career advancement within 2-3 years

Other benefits

Job summary

Education First is seeking a Residence Advisor in Santa Barbara to support international students at EF Language residence. You will manage check-ins/outs, oversee room quality, and respond to emergencies with student welfare as a priority. Experience abroad and strong English skills are essential.

Join a dynamic team with on-site roles, opportunities for events, and collaboration with Residence Manager to ensure a welcoming, safe living environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Working fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• All additional languages are a plus.
• Experience living, working, or studying abroad is a plus.
• Full working rights in the US.
• Age 21+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming students: Manage check-ins/outs to ensure all students feel at home during their stay.
• Room checks: Inspect and maintain quality standards for rooms and facilities used by students and staff.
• Emergency support: Be on-call to handle all issues as they arise with safeguarding and student welfare being always the first priority.
• Events and Activities: Lead fun on-campus activities, act as a tour guide, and create unforgettable experiences for every student!
• Teamwork: Build strong relationships with staff and students through clear and positive communication.

Skills

English fluency

Customer service mindset

Job description

• Education First
• Entry-Level
• Customer Service

Residence Advisor

At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives.

We offer immersive short-term and long-term language courses and programs across different languages in the countries where they’re spoken.Through blending classroom-based lessons with interactive exercises and real-world practice, our courses bring you to the heart of the language. Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams.

Are you ready for a dynamic role in a truly international environment?

As a Residence Advisor, you will ensure the well-being and satisfaction of international students at the EF Language residence, working under the Residence Manager.

Your Key Responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming students:Manage check-ins/outs to ensure all students feel at home during their stay.
• Room checks: Inspect and maintain quality standards for rooms and facilities used by students and staff.
• Emergency support:Be on-call to handle all issues as they arise with safeguarding and student welfare being always the first priority
• Events and Activities:Lead fun on-campus activities, act as a tour guide, and create unforgettable experiences for every student!
• Teamwork:Build strong relationships with staff and students through clear and positive communication.

What We’re Looking For:

• Working fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• All additional languages are a plus!
• Someone who is approachable, friendly, and handles challenges with positivity!
• Innovative and detail-oriented with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience living, working, or studying abroad is a plus!
• Full working rights in the US
• Age 21+ preferred

Compensation: $20/hour (15+ hours per week)

What EF offers:

• Discounts on EF programs for Staff, and Staff Friends and Family for all EF Programs
• Free use of EF Hello: a premium Language Learning App
• Tuition Reimbursement for continued Education
• Exciting opportunities for domestic and international career advancement within 2-3 years
• And much more…

At EF Language Abroad we are dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education, harnessing the power of language learning to deepen the connection between people across the globe.