Seasonal Summer Chaperone Position - Co-Lead - Dorm Resident Advisors - Camp Counselors

Houston Ballet • Houston, TX

25d • $750 • Onsite

About The Position

The Summer Co-Lead Chaperones / Co-Lead Dorm Resident Advisors will lead a team of 8 to 10 chaperones in ensuring student safety and creating an engaging environment for pre-professional dancers residing at the University of St. Thomas dormitory. Houston Ballet houses 130+ students in this dormitory for the duration of the Summer Intensive Program. Co-Lead Chaperones will begin part-time, preseason, virtual administration work totaling no more than 6 hours a week beginning the week of May 18th with the in-person seasonal position beginning on June 15th. All chaperones will move into the dormitory approximately one week prior to the start of the program and participate in a comprehensive orientation and training with Houston Ballet Academy Staff and partner organizations. Co-Lead Chaperones need to be available for part-time virtual work beginning on May 18th, and in-person work in Houston from Monday, June 15th – Saturday, July 25th, 2026.

Requirements

• Co-Lead Chaperones need to be available for part-time virtual work beginning on May 18th, and in-person work in Houston from Monday, June 15th – Saturday, July 25th, 2026.
• This is a live-in position – you will live in a private room with a private bathroom at the University of St. Thomas dormitory and supervise students 7 days a week for the 5-week program. 1.5 weekdays per week are allotted for off-days. The chaperone training period will begin one week prior to student arrival on Saturday, June 15th.
• This position also includes part-time virtual work beginning on May 18th. This work will total no more than 6 hours a week and can be completed on a flex-schedule.
• Summer chaperones must be 21 years of age or older by June 15th, 2026.
• Chaperones with a valid license and a clean driving record will be expected to transport students in a 15-passenger van.
• All applicants are subject to a background check.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Strong understanding and desire to work with adolescent children.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide supervision in a responsible, caring, and respectful manner and serve as a role model.
• Must be available to sleep in residence.
• Experience as a live-in Residential Assistant
• Experience working with adolescents ages 12 – 17

Nice To Haves

• Management experience.
• Experience working at a summer program/camp.
• Ability to handle high-stress and/or unexpected situations and circumstances.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to drive a 15-passenger van.
• Experience with, but not limited to, Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Band app, and Canva.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of summer chaperones to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of all students (approximately 20 students per chaperone).
• Oversee student move-in (6/15) and move-out (7/24–25), including dorm check-in, room assignments, and final check-out.
• Implement and supervise evening and weekend activities both on campus and off-site (e.g., excursions to waterparks, malls, museums). Transport students as needed using the chaperone vehicle.
• Enforce Houston Ballet Academy dormitory policies; address and document behavioral infractions in collaboration with Academy staff.
• Conduct individual check-ins with students as needed.
• Accompany and supervise students during doctor’s visits and other off-campus needs with discretion and professionalism.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student personal and medical information.
• Assist with scheduling and delegation of chaperone duties.
• Serve as a point of contact (POC) for chaperones regarding: Daily/weekly schedules, cafeteria duty, and pool supervision. On-call responsibilities, including student check-outs and student illness/injuries. Transportation logistics (bus, van, grocery runs, airport days, and Sunday excursions). UST facilities, maintenance, and parking needs.
• Lead daily chaperone briefings and weekly staff meetings; record and distribute meeting notes.
• Approve family communication emails drafted by chaperones.
• Respond promptly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Manage and organize student life documentation through Google Drive (schedules, sign-ups, signage).
• Co-administer and monitor communication through the Band app, ensuring calendars, reminders, and updates are posted accurately.
• Collaborate and communicate regularly with Houston Ballet Academy staff, University of St. Thomas staff, chaperones, students, and families.
• Maintain a financial log of all summer chaperone & dormitory expenses and receipts.
• Participate in student and chaperone orientation sessions and lead end-of-program student meeting.
• Represent the chaperone team professionally.
• Other duties as assigned by Houston Ballet.

Benefits

• Compensation of $750 per week for the 6 weeks of in-person work, plus housing and two meals daily. Any part-time virtual work to be compensated at $15 an hour.
• Chaperones have a private room and bathroom equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and wi-fi.
• Breakfast and dinner each workday.
• Stipend for personal phone usage and activities/meals while chaperoning students.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees