Job Summary

Tallulah Falls School seeks an eclectic and enthusiastic live-in Residential Life Staff member with a desire to confidently influence middle school and high school youth. This position will serve in the female dormitory. The position requires shifts every weekend and two weekdays (3 p.m.-8 a.m.). TFS has, at a minimum, a break every six weeks. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, housing and meals are included. Those fortunate enough to influence young lives at TFS receive a competitive benefits package and have access to many free fun activities.

Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

●     Monitor the safety and well-being of boarding students.

●     Assist international students with cultural acclimation to an American high school and promote friendships with domestic students.

●     Chaperone off campus activities.

●     Maintain eligibility to drive on behalf of the institution in accordance with institutional insurance and motor vehicle requirements.

●     Oversee evening study hall and tutor students as needed.

●     Oversee daily work program in the dorms.

●     Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

●     Bachelor’s degree required.

●     Must be able to pass a DOT Physical prior to and during employment

●     Experience working with youth in all types of situations (resident assistant, camp counselor, etc).

●     Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record required.

●     Ability to meet institutional driving and insurance eligibility requirements.

●     Fluency in multiple languages is a plus.

●     Current lifeguard certification or willing to obtain a lifeguard certification preferred.

●     Strong work ethic and initiative in understanding all-school dynamics and

proactively responding to a fast-paced environment.

●     Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to support the needs of middle and high school student living in a residential dorm.

●     Strong collaborative skills.

●     Passion for working with students, families, colleagues within a vibrant and diverse community.

●     Effective organizational skills with attention to accuracy and detail.

●     Strong written and verbal communication skills.

●     Compatibility with the school’s values, culture, and community.

●     Ability to pass periodic background, drug and alcohol screenings.

●     Ability to maintain confidentiality and composure under pressure.

Standard Physical Requirements:

●     Must be able to sit and/or stand for an extended period of time.

●     Must be able to bend, reach, lift and climb.

●     Must be able to understand written and verbal instructions.

●     Must be able to communicate and respond to questions from various levels with the organization.

●     Must have manual dexterity sufficient to perform specified duties.

●     Must be able to lift, carry, move and handle equipment, boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.

●     Must be able to possess basic mathematical skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

To Apply

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, portfolio/work samples and a list of three professional references to the Director of Residential Life, Jon Benson at jon.benson@tallulahfalls.org. No telephone calls, please.