Residence Life Coordinator
Woodlands Academy, Lake Forest, IL, United States
Description
Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart in Lake Forest, IL, seeks a detail-oriented, responsible, creative, energetic, and mature female with an interest in mentoring international and domestic high school students at this all-girls college-preparatory day and boarding school.
Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart is one of 25 Sacred Heart schools in the United States and Canada, and 150 schools worldwide. Established in 1858, the school forms global citizens and transforms young women within a dynamic of relationships that affirms the dignity of each member of the school community. Woodlands Academy believes that a multicultural perspective is an essential element of a 21st century education and values diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff.
The Residence Life Coordinator reports to the Director of Residence Life and resides in the boarding school. She is part of a team that is responsible for building community, developing programs, and enforcing school policy in an atmosphere of care, respect, and compassion. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, nurturing, and committed to helping high school girls ages 14-19 grow and prosper within the boarding school environment.
Job responsibilities include working with the Residence Life team to:
Act as in loco parentis, therefore responsible for ensuring that the residents are safe, nurtured, and supported
Support and celebrate the ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds of the boarding students
Foster healthy relationships by building community with boarding students, parents, and colleagues
Support student leadership opportunities and community participation
Provide a structured environment by ensuring that school policies and routines are communicated and followed
Plan and facilitate creative after‑school and weekend programs and activities for boarding students
Provide transportation to Residence Life‑sponsored activities, appointments, and airport runs in school vehicles, including the 14‑passenger van and Highlander SUV
Provide support for students as it relates to personal and mental health, well‑being, and academics, including monitoring homework and academic progress; administer and log prescription and over‑the‑counter medications via the REACH system; follow sick and mental health day protocols and coordinate with medical providers as needed
Oversee daily operations of Residence Life, including managing student check‑ins via the REACH system, authorizing student departures for off‑campus activities, maintaining duty reports through REACH, and coordinating with the duty partner and Director on all scheduling and student matters
Supervise meals and evening study hall
Conduct weekly room inspections for cleanliness, organization, and fire safety; follow up with students who fail inspections and document outcomes
Coordinate sick and mental health day protocols, including accompanying students to medical appointments as in loco parentis and maintaining student medical records and insurance documentation
Attend mandatory school events as a parental representative for boarding students, including the Mater Ceremony, Ring Ceremony, school Masses, staff meetings, and other events as assigned by the Director
Assist with break checkout and arrival procedures, including conducting final room checks, managing student key and badge returns, and providing transportation
Communicate any student well‑being, safety, behavioral, and/or environment concerns to the Director of Residence Life and other staff in a timely manner
Monitor duty phones, respond to emergencies as required, enforce sign‑in and in‑room curfew procedures, and complete all end‑of‑evening closing duties (locking common areas, arming floor alarms, updating boards)
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree, required
Previous experience, preferred
Must possess a valid driver’s license and the willingness and ability to drive a 14‑passenger bus (special license not required; training provided)
Residence Life Coordinators work on a rotating schedule: weekday shifts are 6:45–8:15 a.m. and 2:45–11:00 p.m.; weekend and no‑school day shifts are 8:45 a.m.–11:00 p.m. Some holidays and travel days require all‑staff participation. Staff attend weekly staff meetings and any mandatory training and school events.
Excellent interpersonal (relationship) and communication skills
Positive attitude and dedication to teamwork
Ability to make decisions, problem‑solve, and use sound judgment
International and multicultural exposure, preferred
Frequently ascend/descend stairs to access different parts of the building
Must be willing to submit to all required background checks and safety compliance items
Why you should join our community:
We offer generous health/dental/vision plans, group life and long‑term disability insurance, voluntary life and short‑term disability insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b) with 5% contribution of annual salary (for full‑time employees working 30+ hours a week only)
Room and board offered with this full time role
Culturally immersive experience with international students from over ten different countries
Other employment opportunities within the school community
Get to go on exciting and fun trips with the students to museums, zoos, Chicago, Milwaukee, shopping, professional sports games, AND MORE
Summers off with special holiday hours for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Spring Break
Opportunities to volunteer
Have a tremendous impact on the lives of young women
How to apply: Please complete the application materials on our Employment page here.
All applicants must apply with a cover letter, resume, and Personal Reflection on the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria . We also strongly suggest applicants to submit three written references.
Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory day and boarding school for young women grades 9-12 in Lake Forest, IL. Visit the school’s website at www.woodlandsacademy.org and the website of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools at www.sacredheartusc.education to learn more.
Woodlands Academy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Woodlands does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religion, marital status, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, veteran status, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or other characteristics or statuses in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
*The School reserves the right to use religion as a hiring criterion for selected positions due to the mission and nature of our school as a faith‑based institution as permitted by law.
**The School hires for Residence Life as a bona fide occupational qualification.
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Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart in Lake Forest, IL, seeks a detail-oriented, responsible, creative, energetic, and mature female with an interest in mentoring international and domestic high school students at this all-girls college-preparatory day and boarding school.
Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart is one of 25 Sacred Heart schools in the United States and Canada, and 150 schools worldwide. Established in 1858, the school forms global citizens and transforms young women within a dynamic of relationships that affirms the dignity of each member of the school community. Woodlands Academy believes that a multicultural perspective is an essential element of a 21st century education and values diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff.
The Residence Life Coordinator reports to the Director of Residence Life and resides in the boarding school. She is part of a team that is responsible for building community, developing programs, and enforcing school policy in an atmosphere of care, respect, and compassion. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, nurturing, and committed to helping high school girls ages 14-19 grow and prosper within the boarding school environment.
Job responsibilities include working with the Residence Life team to:
Act as in loco parentis, therefore responsible for ensuring that the residents are safe, nurtured, and supported
Support and celebrate the ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds of the boarding students
Foster healthy relationships by building community with boarding students, parents, and colleagues
Support student leadership opportunities and community participation
Provide a structured environment by ensuring that school policies and routines are communicated and followed
Plan and facilitate creative after‑school and weekend programs and activities for boarding students
Provide transportation to Residence Life‑sponsored activities, appointments, and airport runs in school vehicles, including the 14‑passenger van and Highlander SUV
Provide support for students as it relates to personal and mental health, well‑being, and academics, including monitoring homework and academic progress; administer and log prescription and over‑the‑counter medications via the REACH system; follow sick and mental health day protocols and coordinate with medical providers as needed
Oversee daily operations of Residence Life, including managing student check‑ins via the REACH system, authorizing student departures for off‑campus activities, maintaining duty reports through REACH, and coordinating with the duty partner and Director on all scheduling and student matters
Supervise meals and evening study hall
Conduct weekly room inspections for cleanliness, organization, and fire safety; follow up with students who fail inspections and document outcomes
Coordinate sick and mental health day protocols, including accompanying students to medical appointments as in loco parentis and maintaining student medical records and insurance documentation
Attend mandatory school events as a parental representative for boarding students, including the Mater Ceremony, Ring Ceremony, school Masses, staff meetings, and other events as assigned by the Director
Assist with break checkout and arrival procedures, including conducting final room checks, managing student key and badge returns, and providing transportation
Communicate any student well‑being, safety, behavioral, and/or environment concerns to the Director of Residence Life and other staff in a timely manner
Monitor duty phones, respond to emergencies as required, enforce sign‑in and in‑room curfew procedures, and complete all end‑of‑evening closing duties (locking common areas, arming floor alarms, updating boards)
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree, required
Previous experience, preferred
Must possess a valid driver’s license and the willingness and ability to drive a 14‑passenger bus (special license not required; training provided)
Residence Life Coordinators work on a rotating schedule: weekday shifts are 6:45–8:15 a.m. and 2:45–11:00 p.m.; weekend and no‑school day shifts are 8:45 a.m.–11:00 p.m. Some holidays and travel days require all‑staff participation. Staff attend weekly staff meetings and any mandatory training and school events.
Excellent interpersonal (relationship) and communication skills
Positive attitude and dedication to teamwork
Ability to make decisions, problem‑solve, and use sound judgment
International and multicultural exposure, preferred
Frequently ascend/descend stairs to access different parts of the building
Must be willing to submit to all required background checks and safety compliance items
Why you should join our community:
We offer generous health/dental/vision plans, group life and long‑term disability insurance, voluntary life and short‑term disability insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b) with 5% contribution of annual salary (for full‑time employees working 30+ hours a week only)
Room and board offered with this full time role
Culturally immersive experience with international students from over ten different countries
Other employment opportunities within the school community
Get to go on exciting and fun trips with the students to museums, zoos, Chicago, Milwaukee, shopping, professional sports games, AND MORE
Summers off with special holiday hours for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Spring Break
Opportunities to volunteer
Have a tremendous impact on the lives of young women
How to apply: Please complete the application materials on our Employment page here.
All applicants must apply with a cover letter, resume, and Personal Reflection on the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria . We also strongly suggest applicants to submit three written references.
Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory day and boarding school for young women grades 9-12 in Lake Forest, IL. Visit the school’s website at www.woodlandsacademy.org and the website of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools at www.sacredheartusc.education to learn more.
Woodlands Academy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Woodlands does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religion, marital status, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, veteran status, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or other characteristics or statuses in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
*The School reserves the right to use religion as a hiring criterion for selected positions due to the mission and nature of our school as a faith‑based institution as permitted by law.
**The School hires for Residence Life as a bona fide occupational qualification.
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