Head Resident

Job description

Upward Bound at Wittenberg University conducts, each summer, a residential program for first-generation college and culturally diverse high school students who have the potential to succeed in college, but may need motivation, encouragement, strengthened basic skills, or a sense of how education can become meaningful in their lives. The program in one dimension emphasizes preparation in English, math, foreign language, literature, reading, study skills, and laboratory science, but offers courses in other areas. In addition, there are many activities, trips and other experiences designed to help students grow and mature. Upward Bound is neither a traditional summer school nor a summer recreation program. It is a place in which a unique community of study and play, of personal search and group concern, develops anew each summer, with the nature of each summer dependent upon what each student and staff member brings to the common sharing of life and thought.
 

We are accepting applications for the following position for the summer program which runs from June 1, 2025 - July 11, 2025 unless noted otherwise:

• Head Resident (1 position available)
  • Salary: $4,500 plus room and board (board plan is Monday through Friday)

*Salary level is dependent upon: Level of funding

Head Resident

• Supervise undergraduate dormitory staff by establishing policies and procedures to create a wholesome living environment for Upward Bound students.
• Share in providing academic and personal counseling for Upward Bound students (does not include Upward Bound personnel).
• Share in submitting written individual or group counseling and dormitory reports.
• Reside in designated residence hall with Undergraduate Project students.
• Work closely with Assistant Head Resident and other administrative staff.
• Attend all weekly residential staff meetings and Upward Bound faculty meetings.
• Participate in scheduled activities.
• Make regular classroom visits.
• Attend Judicial Board Meetings.
• Be available to students and other Upward Bound staff for conferences as it pertains to student problems.
• Monitor students' health and well-being.
• Work with Assistant Director in planning and supervising a well-rounded cultural and recreational program.
• Establish routines for handling keys, use of games and recreational equipment.
• Assure that the dormitory is kept clean and orderly; that fire prevention regulations are followed, and that dormitory furniture, fixtures and rooms are not abused.
• Maintain an orderly and up-to-date flow of communication between students, dormitory staff, and administrative staff.
• Implement all policies and procedures as detailed by the Project Director or Assistant Director.
• Treat all Upward Bound students and parents with respect and courtesy.