Residential Fellows are responsible for the physical and emotional well being of Summer Portals’ students at meals, during the afternoon activity period, and in the evening in the dormitory. Residential Fellows are expected to create a welcome, safe and friendly environment both in the dorm and school community. As advisors and mentors, Residential Fellows are expected to comport themselves to the highest standards of personal integrity and professional principles.
Provide support and guidance to students in the dormitory
Lead afternoon group activities as directed by the Recreational Supervisor
Eat all communal meals with the students
Monitor evening study hall
Check residents into the dorm at 9:30 pm
Administer ‘lights out’ at 10 pm
Write Advisor Comments at the close of the program
A high school diploma
Ideal candidates are college juniors, seniors or graduate students
Previous experience leading younger children {R.A., camp counselor, etc…}
Not required, but an added bonus:
Lifeguard Certificate or CPR
Some familiarity with or knowledge of a language other than English
A pleasant, friendly attitude and courteous demeanor
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail and precision, responsible, and eager to work hard and to adapt
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