Resident Assistant

About the Job

The Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD) is seeking to hire an enthusiastic, energetic, mature and responsible Engineering Resident Assistant to support the instructional and learning needs for middle school students in the Girls in Engineering Academy (GEA). ESD is looking for resident assistants who will enjoy working with young, minority girls to be the next generation of engineers.

The ideal applicant will work under the supervision of the GEA Program Manager/Director providing additional assistance and direction to students. The Resident Assistant is expected to assist in planning and organizing after class activities and during the evening hours in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The resident assistant will also spend the night on campus with the young ladies while the program is active on CMU’s campus.

The purpose of the Girls in Engineering Academy is to introduce middle school students to the field of engineering through an exploration of different concepts and information. GEA is a program designed to ameliorate the gender gap in engineering and in engineering education. By using principles and methods of design and analysis, at an elementary level, students will be engaged through group work and project-based learning in research and teaching labs. The students will be encouraged to think creatively throughout this hands-on experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Intentional focus on student achievement and positive behaviors and attitudes.
• Monitor the dorms and identify students who may be struggling to adjust to dorm life
• Identify students who may be struggling with class assignments and assist students who need additional help.
• Help to organize after class activities that promotes sisterhood and bonding.
• Maintain daily attendance of student participants.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students and instructional teams.
• Supervise students in the dorms, during breakfast and dinner periods, during after class activities and at the start and end of each program day.
• Communicate effectively with students, families and staff.
• Work outside the normal schedule periodically in collaboration with colleagues when necessary.
• Maintain consistent order and discipline with the students.
• RAs will reside in the dorms.

Academic Qualifications:

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and/or a related STEM field is required; (Freshman or Sophomore level, undergraduate status required).

Experience working with K-12 students is preferred, but not required.

Strong commitment and desire to work with underrepresented youth and staff in a collaborative environment.

Life-long learner, optimistic, flexible, and passionate about helping all students reach their potential.

Open to change and possess skills that promote student achievement and growth.

Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Other Qualifications:

Must pass a criminal background check.

Provide proof of U.S. citizenship status and/or Lawful Permanent Resident.

Must have reliable personal transportation to travel to teaching location.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Professional in communication, appearance and deportment.

Be able to work three weeks July through August.

Be able to lift or move boxes weighing up to 25 pounds.

Must attend mandatory staff meetings/events.

July 12-August 1

Job Type:

Part-Time (Employee)

Job Location (s):

Central Michigan University

Central Michigan University – Biological Station

Oakland University

Eastern Michigan 

Lawrence Technological University

About Engineering Society of Detroit

ESD Vision: "Serving this generation of engineers, scientists and allied professionals and fostering the next." ESD Mission: "ESD promotes and celebrates excellence, innovation, cooperation, professional growth and fellowship in the engineering, scientific and allied professions." ESD Values Inspire leadership and achievement by connecting great ideas and great people. Foster excitement in math and science among young people to create the next generation of leaders and professionals. Provide value and support to our members and the related engineering, scientific and allied community. Operate with honesty and transparency to support the professional ethics of our members.