Part-Time: Resident Advisor
Motlow, Memphis, TN, United States
Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open–access college. Southwest has four campuses/centers from which it offers over 100 programs and over 20 technical certificate programs.
We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County. Southwest is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
We invite you to become a part of the Southwest Team!
Title:
Part-Time: Resident Advisor
Employee Classification:
Other
Institution:
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Department:
TRIO Upward Bound
Campus Location:
SWTCC - Multiple Campus Locations
Job Summary The TRIO Upward Bound program is a federally funded grant from the U.S. Department of Education which covers 100% of the program costs. This year-round program provides academic support, college preparation, career awareness, and other support services to low‑income and potential first‑generation college students. It is designed to help students become more successful in high school and prepare to enter and successfully complete postsecondary education. The program works with the following four target high schools within Memphis, TN: Douglass, Hamilton, Manassas, and Trezevant.
For six weeks, TRIO Upward Bound operates a residential summer academy for 40 students on the Union campus. Students participate in high school or college classes during the day and tutoring sessions during the evening including organized recreation and enrichment activities. The program also offers educational and cultural exploration designed to promote personal and social growth.
Job Duties
Live in the residence hall and assist in supervising students and enforcing program rules.
Exemplify a positive and mature role model for the TRIO Upward Bound students.
Provide academic tutoring and personal guidance and mentorship to students.
Provide individual and small group supervision at all on-and-off campus activities.
Work 5 days a week; daily work schedules will vary based on program needs.
Assist in planning and leading evening and weekend recreation activities.
Maintain weekly written student progress reports and other related documentation.
Perform residence hall office duties.
Participate in daily hall staff meetings and maintain confidentiality.
Participate in a week-long residence hall staff training prior to students' arrival.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
At least 60 hours of undergraduate study
GPA: 3.0 or higher
Sensitive to the backgrounds of Memphis‑area high school students.
Preferred Qualifications
Conflict resolution and tutoring experience
Leadership and resident hall experience
Involvement with TRIO Programs
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills.
Creative and self‑motivated individual with demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to handle multiple assignments and conflicting demands & priorities.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Physical Demands
Reading, writing and communicating fluently in English
Hearing and speaking to express ideas and/or exchange information in person or over the telephone
Seeing labels, posters, documents, PC screens, etc.
Sitting, standing, moving about or walking for occasional or frequent periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
Kneeling, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead
Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and/or lifting light objects
Working Conditions
General office and dormitory setting
Indoor and outdoor environment
May be required to work a flex schedule to include evenings and/or weekends
Position Includes
Housing (on-campus)
Meals
Clearly defined off‑duty times
Rotating coverage schedule
Stipend
The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: LeVetta Hudson, Vice President of People & Culture, myhr@southwest.tn.edu, 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, 901-333-5000. See the full non-discrimination policy.
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We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County. Southwest is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
We invite you to become a part of the Southwest Team!
Title:
Part-Time: Resident Advisor
Employee Classification:
Other
Institution:
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Department:
TRIO Upward Bound
Campus Location:
SWTCC - Multiple Campus Locations
Job Summary The TRIO Upward Bound program is a federally funded grant from the U.S. Department of Education which covers 100% of the program costs. This year-round program provides academic support, college preparation, career awareness, and other support services to low‑income and potential first‑generation college students. It is designed to help students become more successful in high school and prepare to enter and successfully complete postsecondary education. The program works with the following four target high schools within Memphis, TN: Douglass, Hamilton, Manassas, and Trezevant.
For six weeks, TRIO Upward Bound operates a residential summer academy for 40 students on the Union campus. Students participate in high school or college classes during the day and tutoring sessions during the evening including organized recreation and enrichment activities. The program also offers educational and cultural exploration designed to promote personal and social growth.
Job Duties
Live in the residence hall and assist in supervising students and enforcing program rules.
Exemplify a positive and mature role model for the TRIO Upward Bound students.
Provide academic tutoring and personal guidance and mentorship to students.
Provide individual and small group supervision at all on-and-off campus activities.
Work 5 days a week; daily work schedules will vary based on program needs.
Assist in planning and leading evening and weekend recreation activities.
Maintain weekly written student progress reports and other related documentation.
Perform residence hall office duties.
Participate in daily hall staff meetings and maintain confidentiality.
Participate in a week-long residence hall staff training prior to students' arrival.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
At least 60 hours of undergraduate study
GPA: 3.0 or higher
Sensitive to the backgrounds of Memphis‑area high school students.
Preferred Qualifications
Conflict resolution and tutoring experience
Leadership and resident hall experience
Involvement with TRIO Programs
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills.
Creative and self‑motivated individual with demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to handle multiple assignments and conflicting demands & priorities.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Physical Demands
Reading, writing and communicating fluently in English
Hearing and speaking to express ideas and/or exchange information in person or over the telephone
Seeing labels, posters, documents, PC screens, etc.
Sitting, standing, moving about or walking for occasional or frequent periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
Kneeling, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead
Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and/or lifting light objects
Working Conditions
General office and dormitory setting
Indoor and outdoor environment
May be required to work a flex schedule to include evenings and/or weekends
Position Includes
Housing (on-campus)
Meals
Clearly defined off‑duty times
Rotating coverage schedule
Stipend
The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: LeVetta Hudson, Vice President of People & Culture, myhr@southwest.tn.edu, 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, 901-333-5000. See the full non-discrimination policy.
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