Student Worker - Baylor TIP LEAD Residential Assistant - BC

Baylor University•Waco, TX

9d•$750•Onsite

About The Position

Baylor TIP Residential Summer Program Resident Assistants (RAs). provide supervision and mentoring to the students who qualify for and participate in summer residential programs offered through The Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development. . RAs are responsible for supporting students when they are not in class. They supervise students during breakfast and dinner, plan and lead evening activities that adhere to the guidelines set by Baylor TIP, and remain in the dorms with students throughout the night, ensuring the students’ safety and well-being.

Requirements

120 credit hours or 2 years of undergraduate coursework
Content expertise in the area of instruction (e.g., mathematics, engineering etc.) if assigned as a Teaching Assistant
Ability to communicate effectively and positively with students, families, and other staff
Strong organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a leadership position
Strong customer service skills
Ability to effectively problem-solve
Experience working with adolescents or young adults

Responsibilities

Complete all required trainings and job-specific assignments prior to working with students
Work with Center leadership team to develop residential programming that adheres to Baylor TIP’s guidelines if working as an RA
Arrive at Baylor Wednesday prior to the start of the class for on-site trainings and set-up
Attend all required staff meetings
Create a fun and welcoming environment for all students
Encourage students to positively engage with all activities, staff, and other students
Actively supervise students during assigned times to ensure their safety and well-being
Adhere to and enforce all safety and risk management policies
Collaborate with the leadership team and other onsite staff members to resolve any student disciplinary issues or concerns in an appropriate manner that aligns with the Center’s mission and policies
Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and staff
Assist with the logistical running of the camp, helping with administrative and operational duties as assigned
Complete all tasks required for effectively closing the session (submitting evaluations, returning supplies that belong to Baylor, reporting any property damage that occurred during the camp, etc.)
Assisting with transportation and care of students with medical needs to go to onsite medical clinic or to dorms for need rest.
Lead Residential Assistants are the POC for all RA questions and ensure that the RAs complete all prep work.
Assist students in a designated academic subject or discipline as needed
Foster educational growth and development; identify educational needs and provide assistance as necessary
Ensure confidentiality of all pertinent information
Provide information and excellent customer service to constituents
Maintain a safe and supportive environment
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance