Residential Advisor

Job Details Role: Residential Advisor (RA) Location: Thornwood, New York Reports to: Deputy Head of School for Student Life Compensation: $17 per hour Overview The Residential Advisor (RA) supports the social, emotional, and academic well-being of students within the boarding community. RAs serve as frontline mentors and role models, contributing to a safe, inclusive, and structured residential environment. Through consistent supervision, relationship-building, and collaboration with Dorm Parents and the Residential Life Team, RAs help promote accountability, positive decision-making, and community engagement among students. Residential Advisors play a vital role in daily residential operations and student support, ensuring that EF Academy’s boarding values are lived and experienced by students every day. Professional Qualifications and Qualities ● Experience working with adolescents in educational, residential, camp, or caregiving environments. ● Interest in student well-being, mentorship, and community building. ● Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills. ● Commitment to a positive, inclusive boarding environment and comfort working with a diverse, international student population. ● Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts and follow guidance from senior residential staff. ● Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate Academy vehicles, including passenger vans, as needed Key Role Responsibilities Student Support & Supervision ● Supervise boarding students in assigned residence halls and support daily routines, including check-ins, study halls, curfews, and weekend coverage. ● Monitor student behavior and well-being, reporting concerns through Orah and supervising staff. ● Respond appropriately to student needs, emergencies, and medical situations as directed. ● Reinforce residential policies, expectations, and community standards consistently and professionally. Community & Relationship Building ● Build positive, respectful relationships with students and serve as a point of contact during assigned duty hours. ● Foster an inclusive, supportive residential community and encourage positive peer interactions and healthy conflict resolution. ● Support hall meetings, residential activities, and community-building programs. ● Collaborate with Dorm Parents, faculty, and Residential Life staff to support students. Role Modeling & Student Development ● Model professionalism, responsible behavior, and healthy boundaries. ● Encourage student leadership, independence, accountability, self-care, and community responsibility. ● Support restorative conversations and conflict resolution under the guidance of Dorm Parents. ● Assist with student orientation, arrivals, departures, and transitions while promoting cultural awareness and respect. Working Hours & Expectations ● Full-time, hourly, 10-month, live-in residential position with accommodation provided as part of compensation. ● Requires rotating evening, weekend, and overnight duty shifts, with additional coverage for student arrivals/departures, special events, emergencies, and public holidays as needed. ● Additional responsibilities may include operating Academy vehicles, student transportation, campus rounds, and supervision of student spaces beyond residence halls. ● Flexibility and a professional, responsive approach are expected within a 24/7 boarding school environment. About EF Education First EF is committed to cultural immersion and international education, fostering a diverse and inclusive community. EF welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information, visit https://www.ef.com — Published by EF Education First. Apply on the employer's own posting.