Student CoordinatorBilingual Mandarin

Novel Prep; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Novel Prep is seeking an organized, approachable Student Life Advisor to support the residential and extracurricular experiences of our high school students. This on-site role oversees dormitory life, coordinates after-school programs, and serves as a primary contact for students seeking guidance.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in education or related field, 2–3 years in student services or related areas, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• May require strong communication and collaboration with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment.
• Experience working with high school students or youth programs is preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including occasional evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dormitory operations and maintain a safe, inclusive residential environment.
• Respond to student questions and coordinate follow-up with staff or parents.
• Communicate dormitory policies and important updates to students.
• Plan and supervise after-school activities, clubs, and community-building events.
• Monitor student well-being and elevate health, safety, or behavioral concerns as needed.
• Perform additional student services and operational duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Job description:

Position Overview

We are seeking an organized, approachable, and student-centered Student Life Advisor to support the residential and extracurricular experience of our high school students. This position oversees dormitory life, coordinates after-school programs, and serves as a primary point of contact for students seeking assistance or guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily operation of the student dormitory and help maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive residential environment.
• Respond to student questions and concerns and coordinate timely follow-up with school administrators, teachers, dormitory staff, or parents as needed.
• Communicate dormitory expectations, schedules, school policies, and important updates to students.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise after-school activities, student clubs, social events, and community-building programs.
• Monitor student well-being and promptly elevate health, safety, behavioral, or emergency concerns.
• Perform other student services and operational duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, student affairs, psychology, social work, or a related field preferred.
• Two to three years of relevant experience in student services, residential life, education, youth programs, or advising.
• Experience working with high school students, international students, or culturally diverse populations preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with patience, discretion, sound judgment, and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with students, families, and school staff.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings or weekends.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification preferred.