Part-Time: Resident Advisor

Tennessee Board of Regents•Memphis, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The TRIO Upward Bound program is a federally funded grant from the U.S. Department of Education which covers 100% of the program costs. This year-round program provides academic support, college preparation, career awareness, and other support services to low-income and potential first-generation college students. It is designed to help students become more successful in high school and prepare to enter and successfully complete postsecondary education. The program works with the following four target high schools within Memphis, TN: Douglass, Hamilton, Manassas, and Trezevant. For six weeks, TRIO Upward Bound operates a residential summer academy for 40 students on the Union campus. Students participate in high school or college classes during the day and tutoring sessions during the evening including organized recreation and enrichment activities. The program also offers educational and cultural exploration designed to promote personal and social growth.

Requirements

At least 60 hours of undergraduate study
GPA: 3.0 or higher
Sensitive to the backgrounds of Memphis-area high school students.

Nice To Haves

Conflict resolution and tutoring experience
Leadership and resident hall experience
Involvement with TRIO Programs

Responsibilities

Live in the residence hall and assist in supervising students and enforcing program rules.
Exemplify a positive and mature role model for the TRIO Upward Bound students.
Provide academic tutoring and personal guidance and mentorship to students.
Provide individual and small group supervision at all on-and-off campus activities.
Work 5 days a week; daily work schedules will vary based on program needs.
Assist in planning and leading evening and weekend recreation activities.
Maintain weekly written student progress reports and other related documentation.
Perform residence hall office duties.
Participate in daily hall staff meetings and maintain confidentiality.
Participate in a week-long residence hall staff training prior to students' arrival.
Perform other related duties as assigned.