SUB (As-Needed) Residential Mentor (Residential Program Personnel)

Thrive Academy; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-In housing

Part-time schedule

Job summary

Thrive Academy in Baton Rouge is seeking a Substitute Mentor to join its boarding program on an as-needed basis. The role includes after-school and swing shifts, with live-in housing as part of the position.

You will work to support 7th–12th grade students in a world-class boarding school setting, helping with academics, behavior, and daily living skills. Responsibilities include supervising students, mentoring their growth, coordinating with families, and modeling positive behavior.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge or background in working with at-risk children and youth.
• Strong communication skills.
• Enthusiasm and patience for working with middle and high school age students.
• Willingness to work hard and with fidelity.
• Organized.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise 5-10 7th thru 12th grade students in the boarding program.
• Mentor students to help support their growth mentally, academically, and socially.
• Keenly monitor and track student behavior.
• Implement the THRIVE boarding program with fidelity.
• Communicate weekly with parents and families.
• Set a positive example by being a role model for students in the program.
• Plan and implement programs and activities to do with students.
• Mediate conflicts and promote a positive living environment.
• Assigned bus riding duties on Sundays.
• Monitor evening detention as assigned.
• Build positive relationships with staff members to promote family environment.
• Live-In
• Help students to learn cook and clean to maintain a healthy living environment.
• Assist students with homework nightly during study hall including some tutoring when necessary.
• Document food services required meal counts.
• Support students in meeting dress code requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Organized

Willingness to work with fidelity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SUB (As-Needed) Residential Mentor (Residential Program Personnel)

Thrive Academy
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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Job Details

Job ID: 5461383

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 08, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LOOKING FOR THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO SERVE AS A 'SUBSTITUTE MENTOR' AND BE CALLED OUT TO WORK SHIFTS BELOW AS NEEDED ON DAYS ADDITIONAL SUPPORT IS REQUIRED!!!

AFTER SCHOOL SHIFT: 29 HOURS PER WEEK

3:30PM - 8:30AM MONDAY - THURSDAY

3:30PM - 12:30AM SUNDAY

FRIDAY/SATURDAY - OFF

SWING SHIFT SCHEDULE: 25 HOURS PER WEEK

8:30PM - 12:30AM MONDAY - THURSDAY

3:30PM - 12:30AM SUNDAY

FRIDAY/SATURDAY - OFF

Thrive Academy/Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities

SCHOOL OVERVIEW

THRIVE is a school unlike any other – one of the first boarding schools in the country serving at-risk students. The mission of THRIVE is to empower students from underserved Louisiana communities and prepare them academically and personally for success in college and beyond. THRIVE aims to reach this goal through a world-class school in a boarding setting. Serving grades six through twelve, THRIVE will provide the students and families of Louisiana with a never before-seen service – a free public boarding school. By combining the best educational methods with a 24-hour supportive environment, THRIVE seeks to provide students with a place to learn where nothing can get in the way.

Position Information

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise 5-10 7th thru 12th grade students in the boarding program
• Mentor students to help support their growth mentally, academically, and socially
• Keenly Monitor and track student behavior
• Implement the THRIVE boarding program with fidelity
• Communicate weekly with parents and families
• Set a positive example by being a role model for students in the program
• Plan and implement programs and activities to do with students
• Mediate conflicts and promote a positive living environment
• Assigned bus riding duties on Sundays
• Monitor evening detention as assigned
• Build positive relationships with staff members to promote family environment
• Other duties as assigned
• Live-In
• Help students to learn cook and clean to maintain a healthy living environment
• Assist students with homework nightly during study hall including some tutoring when necessary
• Document food services required meal counts
• Support students in meeting dress code requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge or background in working with at-risk children and youth
• Strong communication skills
• Enthusiasm and patience for working with middle and high school age students
• Willingness to work hard and with fidelity
• Organized

Accountability

This position is accountable to the Director of Residential Life

Thrive Academy is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the school at 225-367-6855 and ask for the HR department.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16 to $16 Per Hour