Upward Bound Residence Advisor - Temporary

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Ames, Iowa, US
Mentoring youth or high school students
Leading program activities
Teamwork and minimal supervision
RAs live in an ISU residence hall and are responsible for students’ safety, engagement, personal development, and daily supervision

Job Summary

  • RAs live in an ISU residence hall and are responsible for students’ safety, engagement, personal development, and daily supervision.
  • RAs help create a positive living-learning environment, lead activities, accompany students to classes and events, and serve as role models throughout the program.
  • This position takes place in a variety of settings, including ISU residence halls, academic buildings, recreational spaces, outdoor areas, and off‑campus facilities.

Matching Summary

RAs live in an ISU residence hall and are responsible for students’ safety, engagement, personal development, and daily supervision.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Mentoring youth or high school students
  • Leading program activities
  • Teamwork and minimal supervision
  • Safety guidelines enforcement
  • Emergency procedures knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Former Upward Bound participant
  • Familiarity with Iowa State University campus
  • Positive living-learning environment creation

Key Requirements

  • Prior experience mentoring youth
  • Ability to lead and organize
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis

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