Residence Advisor

Fulford Academy - Job Description

Title: Residential Advisor

Reports to: Manager of Residence

Job Summary: Provide consistent, prudent care acting as a parent substitute. Provide a measure of Safety and Security in the residence. Work in conjunction with the Residential Team to organize, deliver and supervise extra-curricular activities for students during non-academic time, supervise students’ free time and oversee bed-time and weekend morning routines. Provide structure and support during evening study time.

Duties may include:

Act as a mentor and role model to students for personal support and behavior, ensuring that students meet school expectations and follow rules of comportment

• Work with the Residential Team to develop and deliver a program of extra-curricular activities for students
• Organize, lead, and supervise students involved in extra-curricular activities
• Assess and evaluate need for first aid or emergency assistance
• Support the oversight of student emotional and physical well-being
• Supervise study hall each evening of duty
• Supervise students in after study hall free-time and oversee bed-time routine
• Answer the main telephone line and take messages and/or transfer calls
• Transport students to off-campus activities in the Fulford Academy van(s) as approved and as licensed
• Weekends - wake students, oversee morning routines and supervise students through breakfast
• Weekends - supervise dining hall at meals, promote conversation and teach table manners
• Additional related duties may be assigned

Qualifications

• Current and clear Vulnerable Sector Screen - Criminal Reference Check
• G license may be required

Education:

• College/university education in relevant field, or post secondary in progress
• Bachelor of Education preferred

Experience:

• Planning activities and events
• Working with children, preferably in an academic setting.
• Have demonstrated good judgment in challenging situations

Skills:

• Excellent planning and organization skills.
• Interpersonal skills with children and adults.
• Demonstrated maturity and leadership skills.
• Communication skills and past contribution to collaborative efforts of a team.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Work Location: In person