Student Worker - Baylor TIP LEAD Residential Assistant - BC

Job Title: Student Worker - Baylor TIP LEAD Residential AssistantJob Classification: Community Leader, StudentDepartment: School of Education Dean and AdministrativeHiring Manager: Cheryl TaliaferroContact: Cheryl_Taliaferro@baylor.eduWork Schedule: 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.Desired Length of Employment: Weekly for the month of JunPay Rate: $750 for a one-week session, with an additional $250 stipend paid for each one-week session to a Lead Residential AdvisorJob Description:Baylor TIPResidential AssistantsBaylor 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.Minimum Required Education and Skills* 120 credit hours or 2 years of undergraduate coursework* Content expertise in the area of instruction (e.g., mathematics, engineering etc.) if assigned as aTeaching Assistant* Ability to communicate effectively and positively with students, families, and other staff* Strong organizational skillsPreferred Education and SkillsExperience in a leadership positionStrong customer service skillsAbility to effectively problem-solveExperience working with adolescents or young adultsJob 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 BaylorTIP's guidelines if working as an RAArrive at Baylor Wednesday prior to the start of the class for on-site trainings and set-upAttend all required staff meetingsCreate a fun and welcoming environment for all studentsEncourage students to positively engage with all activities, staff, and other studentsActively supervise students during assigned times to ensure their safety and well-beingAdhere to and enforce all safety and risk management policiesCollaborate with the leadership team and other onsite staff members to resolve any studentdisciplinary issues or concerns in an appropriate manner that aligns with the Center's mission andpolicies* Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and staff* Assist with the logistical running of the camp, helping with administrative and operationalduties as assigned* Complete all tasks required for effectively closing the session (submitting evaluations, returningsupplies 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 medicalclinic or to dorms for need rest.* Lead Residential Assistants are the POC for all RA questions and ensure that the RAs completeall prep work.Schedules* Beginning with onsite arrival, schedule will consist of seven days per week. RA working hoursare primarily the hours students are not in class; other schedule commitments include meeting time,class visits, and additional time for planning and preparation of activities. Personal time will varydaily.Assist students in a designated academic subject or discipline as neededFoster educational growth and development; identify educational needs and provide assistance as necessaryEnsure confidentiality of all pertinent informationProvide information and excellent customer service to constituentsMaintain a safe and supportive environmentAbility to comply with University policiesMaintain regular and punctual attendanceEmployer: Baylor UniversityWork Location: Garland School of Social WorkWork Address: 1214 S. 4th St., Waco, TX