Resident Advisor

The Grier School, an all girls' boarding/day school outside of Tyrone, PA in the mountainside village of Birmingham has openings due to a growing enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year. Grier is internationally and nationally known. Class sizes average between 8-10 students. Grier has elite academics and has a STEM program within the top 15% of all schools in Pennsylvania and top 20% in the nation. Grier is the #1 school for the arts in Pennsylvania, and is the #1 school in the United States for equestrian sports. Grier has exciting opportunities for qualified candidates in the following position: Resident Advisor Applicants must be passionate about education and have a willingness to engage in a boarding school environment. They should also be able to obtain the following clearances: Act 34, Act 151, FBI Fingerprint Clearance and Act 126. Grier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates should send resume and cover letter to: Lea Crofcheck, Human Resources Director at lcrofcheck@grier.

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Grier School/Positions Open Lea Crofcheck, Human Resources Director 2522 Grier School Road PO Box 308 Tyrone, PA 16686 Phone calls will not be accepted. Applicants are not permitted on campus without a scheduled appointment Applicants must be passionate about making a difference in a young person's life and have a willingness to engage in a boarding school environment. Resident Advisors are responsible for utilizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration to promote student success. They provide a nurturing and supportive environment that addresses personal and social development for all students. This is an overnight position ranging in duration of 3, 4, or 5 nights on consecutively.

Division/Department:

Student Life Reports to: Dean of Students & Belonging Essential Duties and Responsibilities, including, but not limited to: Weekday Duties Willingness to work a boarding rotating schedule following Grier's faculty calendar Conduct daily room and bathroom checks to ensure students are maintaining cleanly, safe, and respectful living conditions Enter point deductions and additions in student's Community Conduct Report (formerly Deportment system) Be a palpable, positive presence in common areas, on hallways, & in the dormitories Weekend Duties Lead dorm activities empowering our students to become more involved These can be approved and run on an individual floor basis, offered to the student body, and/or be under the supervision of the Activities Director or a Dean Be prepared to participate in Dorm War events, Green-Gold competitions, & other school spirit activities Each dorm is responsible for hosting/participating in at least one event per month Student Supervision & Mentoring This is an overnight position of either 3, 4, or 5 nights Ease our students transition of living away from home while creating a sense of community in their dorm/residence hall Assess students' attributes and help them realize strengths Maintain safety & security of students regarding arrivals, departures, emotional/social concerns, and address issues with appropriate Dean as they arise Assist with Check Ins on dorm floors & at Welcome Home Cabin Work with Dorm Prefects Planning Hall Meetings Planning Hall Events Taking suggestions for Dorm Wars Communicate student needs to Deans Communication & Collaboration Hold monthly floor/dorm meetings to establish rules and expectations along with improving student connectivity Provide appropriate information to the Deans and Counsellors related to student concerns and needs Be the second step in mediation processes between roommates, in competitive conflicts, and/or in homesick situations Health & Well-Being Enforces the rules of the dorm/floor to help maintain safety and wellness on campus Follow procedures and provide guidance pertaining to safety, wellness, and community-based concerns that may arise in the dorm Respond to crisis situations immediately ensuring safety of students, involving Head of School, Health Center Personnel, Counselors, & Deans as needed Assist with Dinner Check ins Community Building & Engagement Work to lift up other women as well as be a role model for our students Conduct Bi-weekly meetings with Prefects to discuss policies, concerns, and plan dorm activities Responsiveness, Accountability, Security, & Problem-Solving Follow the Residential Life and Student Handbooks Assist students with organization, time management and following the school schedule Support students in attending sports, study hall, tutoring, reporting to the infirmary for medication, and/or arriving in a timely fashion to other mandatory events Help students with arrival and departure procedural lists including checking in/out procedures, packing, storage, and shipping Multicultural Awareness & Inclusivity Foster equal opportunity practices and encourage students' association with one another and all things Grier Pay attention to cultural or societal differences in dealing with students Attend trainings in August & January as well as other professional development opportunities offered Additional duties as assigned by Head of School, Dean of Students and Belonging, and Activities Director Education and/or

Work Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Human Development, Social Services, or similar field preferred Proven Experience in working with children Integrity and professionalism Ability to cooperate within a wide range of student personalities and backgrounds Excellent communication skills and high emotional intelligence abilities Basic computer skills CPR/First Aid/AED Certification required Capable of lifting 25 pounds Able to assist students with injury as needed This position is a 9-month, full-time position with very generous breaks. Grier is an equal-opportunity employer.