Student Advisor Full Time Temporary

We are looking for enthusiastic and creative team members who are excited to help our students explore their curiosity and build an inclusive, safe, and joyful campus community.

EXPLO Middle School offers a four-week summer program for students in grades 6-8, with two two-week sessions at Wellesley College in Massachusetts. Students can participate in EXPLO 360°, exploring various classes, or in specialized Focus programs such as Veterinary Science or Medical Rotations. Classes are taught by subject-area experts, and Student Advisors facilitate activities and events.

As a Student Advisor, you will supervise and engage with students in both large and small groups, providing support and mentorship. You may assist instructors in the classroom and have opportunities to teach an elective. Additionally, you will work with the Director of Programming to plan activities, coordinate evening events, and chaperone trips. Your role will be essential in creating a memorable summer filled with exploration and learning.

Student Advisor Responsibilities:

• Work with a co-advisor to supervise, care for, and advise a combined group of residential and day students
• Provide a healthy, safe, and engaging living environment for students; most advisors will remain on-call in the dorm every other night, while some will share primary oversight for all students who are commuting to campus
• Assist instructors, as needed, in the classroom
• Chaperone students on weekend trips throughout the Boston area, as well as class trips as needed
• Take charge of a specific program support role (e.g. coordinating activities, managing supplies, designing the daily newsletter, planning trips, or teaching an elective), help to run afternoon activities and evening events, and assist with other program tasks

Dates, Compensation, and Benefits:

• This is a 4.5-week, residential, seasonal position. A 3-day, on-campus, in-person training and orientation will start on Thursday, June 26.
• Compensation for this role is $4,000, with an additional stipend for Student Advisors who teach electives.
• Room and board are provided for the duration of the program.

Qualifications:

• You must have completed at least 1 year of college, or have the equivalent post-secondary school experience, by the start of the program.
• You can live and work on campus for the duration of the program.
• You are authorized to work in the United States, and/or can obtain authorization by the start of the program.
• This position will require staff members to occasionally assist with a variety of physical tasks, including carrying signage and supplies, event set-up and tear-down, and standing or walking for prolonged periods during events; responsibilities, before students arrive, will include setting up both indoor and outdoor spaces.
• The Wellesley College campus is large and spread out, and we will be using spaces throughout the campus. Because of this, days will include significant amounts of walking. In addition, weekend trips may also include walking tours and similar demands.