Senior Program Advisor- New York
About The Position
Edconic Pre-College programs offer an immersive learning environment where students can explore their passions, make friends, and connect with mentors and instructors. These programs provide intellectually curious students the opportunity to live and learn in dynamic locations, leveraging the expertise of renowned institutions like The New York Times, Sotheby's Institute of Art, Vogue College of Fashion, Manchester City Sports Business School, and Wired Education. The goal is to encourage students to extend their learning beyond the classroom into real-world applications. Edconic is a global leader in developing world-class learning programs, operating at the intersection of business and education. With a mission to empower lives through education, Edconic transforms student passions into meaningful career trajectories by delivering relevant, experiential courses taught by industry experts from top global brands. Founded in 2003 with the acquisition of Sotheby's Institute of Art's London campus, Edconic has expanded its portfolio to include The School of The New York Times, Vogue College of Fashion, Manchester City Sports Business School, and Wired Education. Edconic is owned by Cambridge Information Group (CIG), a family-owned investment firm established in 1971, focused on long-term ventures in education, technology, and information services.
Requirements
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Bachelor’s degree or currently in college required.
- 2+ years of previous residential life experience (summer camp, boarding school, college campus etc.) required.
- Must be CPR certified or willing to obtain prior to the start of the program.
- Two references required.
- Must be willing to live onsite.
- Must complete online training prior to arrival.
- All staff will be working closely with minors and must successfully complete all training related to protection of minors.
- All positions will require use of one’s personal cell phone.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to speak another language is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Building and maintaining a strong, safe, and inclusive residential life community.
- Setting up all residential spaces prior to student arrival.
- Holding floor meetings with program counselors to disseminate important information.
- Completing evening room-checks to ensure all students are accounted for.
- Documenting student incidents through Student Management Software (SMS).
- Escorting students to and from off-campus events when necessary.
- Co-supervising Program Advisors and students.
- Assisting in the residential check-in and check-out process.
- Participating in Student Orientation events, including diversity, equity, and inclusion sessions and community building activities.
- Supporting the physical and mental health of students and referring them to appropriate resources.
- Attending weekly staff meetings.
- Enforcing program policies and procedures to ensure participant safety, documenting violations and incidents.
- Mediating roommate and peer conflicts.
- Managing student and staff interactions using student management software.
- Completing room checks for a minimum of 5 nights a week.
- Abiding by Curfew and Proximity policy when scheduled.
- Assisting in the logistics and coordination of co-curricular activities such as movie nights, arts events, community building activities, and outings.
- Assisting with event set up/break down.
- Assisting with administrative tasks, including the use of technology such as apps, Microsoft Office, and online-based software.
- Supporting the program through other assigned duties.
- Utilizing a mobile phone for communication with staff and students.
Benefits
- Housing with a roommate and shift meals provided.
- Salary of $20 per hour.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
