Upward Bound Residence Advisor - Temporary

las.iastate.edu

Ames, Iowa, USA
Mentoring youth or high school students
Lead and organize program activities
Teamwork with minimal supervision
Resident Advisors play a vital role in supporting and mentoring high school students participating in the UB summer residential program

Job Summary

  • Resident Advisors play a vital role in supporting and mentoring high school students participating in the UB summer residential program.
  • RAs live in an ISU residence hall for the duration of the program and are responsible for students’ safety, engagement, personal development, and daily supervision.
  • The Resident Assistants must live in an ISU residence hall from June 7–July 3 (room and board provided by Upward Bound).

Matching Summary

Resident Advisors play a vital role in supporting and mentoring high school students participating in the UB summer residential program.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Mentoring youth or high school students
  • Lead and organize program activities
  • Teamwork with minimal supervision
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Enforce safety guidelines and procedures
  • Maintain program records and attendance

Nice-to-have

  • Role model for students
  • Create positive living-learning environment
  • Familiarity with Iowa State University campus

Key Requirements

  • Prior experience mentoring youth
  • Ability to lead and organize
  • Ability to work in a team
  • 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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