Residential Teaching Fellows, Summer Portals
Posted December 11, 2012
Residential Teaching Fellow Job Description & Application Process
- June 19 - July 22, 2013 (dates for Residential Fellows)
- June 23 - July 21, 2013 (dates for students)
Hotchkiss Summer Portals recruits middle and high-school aged students from all over the globe to spend three-weeks in Northwest CT engaging in a variety of educational experiences including Environmental Science, Chamber Music, and English and Theater. Not only do Resident Teaching Fellows assist in the classroom, they are also responsible for the physical and emotional well-being of Portals’ students during their summer at Hotchkiss: at meals, during the afternoon activity period, and in the dorms. Resident Teaching Fellows work intimately with veteran faculty and visiting artists and combine academic and residential life responsibilities with outdoor leadership, course development, or musical performances.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in course development and classroom experiences.
- Provide support, advisement, and guidance to students in the dormitory.
- Lead afternoon group activities as designed by the Activities Director.
- Be present in the dining hall at all meals.
- Participate in leading outdoor adventures including fieldwork, hikes, caving, canoeing, and overnight camping.
- Monitor evening study hall.
- Responsible for checking students into their dorms at night.
- Write Advisor Comments upon completion of Summer Portals.
Education/Training/Experience:
- Priority will be given to candidates who have graduated from university, but exceptional undergraduates will be considered.
- Previous experience serving and leading students (camp counselor, R.A., etc.).
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Not required but an added bonus:
- WSI, Lifeguard Certificate, or First Aid (CPR/AED).
- Fluency in a language other than English.
Characteristics:
- Active desire to serve students and to participate fully in the life of a vibrant educational community.
- Must be compassionate, respectful, gregarious, responsible, adaptable, and possess both a sense of humor and excellent communication skills
Vocal Supplement
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead sectional rehearsals
- Participate in choral performances, master classes, etc.
- Assist in concert management and liase with professional musicians
- Provide support, counsel and guidance to students in the dormitory
- Lead afternoon group activities as directed by the Activities Director
- Eat all communal meals with the students
- Monitor evening study hall/live in dormitories with students
- Write Advisor Comments at the close of the program
In addition to their professional role as teachers, Fellows are responsible for the physical and emotional well being of Summer Portals’ students during the class day, at meals, during the afternoon activity period, and in the evening in the dormitory. Fellows are expected to create a welcome, safe and friendly environment both in the dorm and school community. As teachers and mentors, Residential Fellows are expected to comport themselves to the highest standards of personal integrity and professional principles.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE
Ideal candidates:
- are college juniors, seniors or graduate students
- are pursuing a degree in music performance or music education with an emphasis in voice or piano.
- have previous experience leading younger children {R.A., camp counselor, etc…}
- have a pleasant, friendly attitude and courteous demeanor
- have excellent communication skills
- possess an interest in contributing to and improving the classroom experience
- pay attention to detail and precision, are responsible, and are eager to work hard.
Application Procedures
Applicants will be considered when the following is received:
- Completed application (PDF) or online application
- Resume
- Essay describing interest and experience related to working with adolescents
- Two (2) Letters of reference and contact information
- Unofficial transcript
Completed applications received prior to January 31, 2013 will have a distinct advantage. After applications have been considered, candidates will be contacted for a phone interview by the Director of Admission and Residential Life. Offers of employment are made until staffing is complete. Final decisions on employment are subject to a mandatory background check by the Hotchkiss Human Resources Office. The Dean of Summer Programs extends the offer of a contract position as a Residential Teaching Fellow. A signed copy of that offer must be returned within two weeks.
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