Summer Instructor/Lead Residential Assistant
About The Position
The Lead Summer Instructor/Residential Assistant provides both academic leadership and residential supervision for participants in the Upward Bound Math & Science summer program. This position is responsible for leading instructional support activities, assisting with classroom management, and overseeing student life in the residence halls. The Lead RA serves as a mentor, role model, and primary support for both students and junior residential staff, ensuring a structured, safe, and academically enriching summer experience. This position also functions as a learning advocate and resource broker through the “Check and Connect” Mentoring Program.
Requirements
- Strong commitment to working with disadvantaged and underrepresented high school students
- Demonstrates leadership ability in educational or residential settings
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage student behavior and enforce program expectations
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and overnight residential duties
- Ability to reside on campus for the duration of the summer program
- Bachelor’s degree in education, STEM field, counseling, or related area (preferred)
- State of Mississippi teaching certification (preferred)
- Previous experience working in Upward Bound, TRIO programs, or similar student support programs strongly preferred
- Experience in residential life, youth development, tutoring, or mentoring required or highly desirable
- Prior supervisory or lead worker experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist with coordination and support of summer STEM instruction
- Support academic instructors during classroom sessions as needed
- Provide intervention, tutoring, and academic support to students
- Help ensure instructional activities align with UBMS goals and include a research component
- Monitor student academic progress and support instructional planning
- Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
- Provide direct supervision of students in residence halls
- Lead daily residential meetings to establish goals and review daily outcomes
- Serve as the primary point of contact for residential concerns and student support issues
- Enforce program rules, curfews, and residential expectations
- Respond to student behavioral issues and emergencies appropriately
- Assist with planning and leading evening/weekend enrichment activities
- Conduct room checks, attendance checks, and documentation of incidents
- Serve as a learning advocate/resource broker through the “Check and Connect” Mentoring Program
- Provide mentorship and guidance to support student academic, social, and emotional development
- Connect students with campus and program resources as needed
- Promote student engagement in college readiness and enrichment activities
- Support Residential Assistants and assist with their supervision and guidance
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and program planning activities
- Assist with field trips, college tours, and special events
- Ensure compliance with all TRIO/UBMS federal program regulations and institutional policies
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
