Community of Scholars Summer Resident Assistant (Student)

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Department:

School of International Service

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The School of International Service (SIS) is currently accepting applications for resident assistant (RA) positions for its two-week Community of Scholars (CoS) pre-college summer program. We are looking for motivated candidates to join our team. While previous resident assistant experience is preferred, all candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Serving as the main point of contact for a cohort of approximately ten students.

• Keeping students informed about program events, ensuring they understand program rules, and fostering a positive experience.

• Chaperoning afternoon group visits.

• Overseeing free time and study periods.

• Facilitating evening activities.

• Addressing student concerns as they arise.

• RAs must attend two mandatory Zoom training sessions in May or early June and arrive on campus for an all-day in-person orientation on Saturday, July 5.

• While RAs may hold other employment during the program, they must remain flexible throughout the two weeks.

• Rotating on-call shifts in the mornings to assist students before class.

• Serving as emergency contacts during the night.

• Supervising students and participating in activities during the weekend of July 12 and 13.

• RAs may leave and duties will end on Friday, July 18, after 4 p.m.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work:

• Part-Time.

• 27 hours per week.

• As an RA, you will live in the residence halls with CoS high school students for the duration of the program.

• RAs will have one evening off during the twelve-day program.

• Students move onto campus on Sunday, July 6, and the program runs from July 7 to July 18.

Compensation:

• This position offers a stipend of $1,300.00 along with housing and meals provided for the duration of the program.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student during the summer of 2025.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to connect with students from diverse cultural and personal backgrounds.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Leadership and public speaking abilities.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

• Comfortable moving event tables/chairs and lifting to 25 pounds.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Previous experience working in an AU residence hall.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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