Summer Course Assistant - Seasonal (Part-Time, Live-Off - 3 Openings)

School of American Ballet at Lincoln Center•New York, NY

1d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Summer Course Assistant (SCA) role was created to provide administrative support and supervision for approximately 190 students from ages 11 – 18, who live in the Meredith Willson Residence Hall at the School of American Ballet for the 5-week training intensive known as the Summer Course. Summer Course Assistants will work as part of the Student Life department, providing 24-hour supervision in all aspects of the student experience, including during chaperoned trips, in responding to emergencies and in enforcing curfew and sign-out procedures. A successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to consistently enforce School policy and procedure, while developing professional rapport with students that supports a positive community atmosphere where all students feel safe and respected. This is a part-time, non-exempt position, reporting to the Residence Life Leadership Team. Housing is not provided. Dance experience is not required or preferred. Diverse applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of employment
Previous experience working with minors
1 year of professional experience working in a public-service setting (healthcare, education, social, work, etc.)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Teams
Strong organization and time-management skills
Effective written and oral communication skills
Must be available to work any scheduled shift; with no more than two days each week (7 days per week) unavailable for scheduling

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a residential setting as a Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader, Camp Counselor, or related position

Responsibilities

Provide staffing for Residence Hall desk shifts; scheduled 8 am – 4 pm and 4 pm – 12 am, 7 days per week under the direction of Desk Attendant and Residence Life Coordinator staff.
Provide “in loco parentis” (in place of parents) supervision for students under the age of 18.
Respond immediately to any medical emergency, fire safety and security concern, student well-being, or community concerns.
Enforce SAB Student Life policies and procedures, including student curfew; assigning early curfews as necessary.
Assist with the administrative functions of the Residence Life office, including filing, printing, organization, answering the phone, and other reception functions, as assigned.
Serve as a chaperone for off-campus activities, as assigned.
Check email daily, respond within 1 business day.
SCA staff will participate (be present) in Summer Course training.
Attend all weekly Summer Course staff meetings.
Be present for and assist in all residence hall opening and closing processes, as scheduled.