Part-time - TRIO Upward Bound Summer Resident Assistant

Program Duration

The Summer Academy program runs from May 30, 2026 to July 10, 2026, spanning Sunday through Thursday.

• RAs must participate in the end-of-summer college tour trip from July 8th to 10th, with accommodations and meals provided.
• Job hours are from 4:00 pm to 11:00 am on Sunday through Wednesday and 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Thursday.
• Resident Assistants are required to live in the residence hall with UB participants for 24‑hour supervision.
• Additional hours may be needed for planning evening activities and responding to emergencies.
• Develop positive and supportive relationships with Upward Bound students, mentoring them on academic, personal, social, and college/career concerns.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a positive and safe environment in the UB residence hall for students and staff, creating a positive atmosphere that appreciates all students.
• Assist with planning, leading, implementing and participating in free‑time structured activities for the residents.
• Assist in supervision of participants at recreation, co‑curricular activities, and meals.
• Provide academic assistance to students (either in a group or in an individual setting) in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and improving academic capabilities in designated areas. In addition, assist program participants in the completion and review of homework and in‑class assignments.
• Assist in monitoring students’ arrival on Sundays and departure on Thursday.
• Lead and/or accompany students to and from activities in WC vehicles, as necessary.
• Maintain student confidentiality as appropriate.
• Assist in handling and/or referring student disciplinary issues, crises and personal issues to appropriate staff.
• Maintain program rules and expectations by reinforcing and implementing the policies in the WC Upward Bound Handbook.
• Meet with UB Resident Director and/or Program Director daily/weekly to ascertain participant’s progress and address any concerns including but not limited to inappropriate student behavior and violations of UB rules and regulations.
• Participation in training workshop prior to start of summer component.
• Complete documentation and reports as assigned.
• This position requires occasional sitting, frequent walking up to a mile or more at times, standing and driving a WC vehicle.
• Majority of work is performed indoors in a controlled climate as well as outdoors during summer weather elements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• RAs must live on the Weatherford Campus from Sunday through Thursday.
• Living accommodations are provided.
• Meals are provided.

• RAs can hold an additional part‑time job or attend classes as long as it does not interfere with evening responsibilities or travel obligations.

• The position requires a satisfactory criminal history background check.
• Male applicants between 18 and 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System for employment eligibility.

Weatherford College is declared an Equal Opportunity institution, providing educational and employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

The staff contact for any questions related to the Upward Bound program is Christine Endy, reachable via email or phone at 817‑598‑6480.

This title may be used for departmental short‑term assignments/projects. The hourly rate is dependent upon duties performed. Maximum hours eligible to work per week will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and will be dependent upon a full‑time equivalent.

Currently enrolled in college or a college graduate (preference given to upperclassmen). Preferably have completed at least two full academic semesters and must be in good academic standing.

• Positive attitude and the ability to work effectively with and display sensitivity toward a wide range of ethnic, socioeconomic, cultural and lifestyle differences among staff and student participants.
• Personal interaction, the…