Residence Building Advisor
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EF Education First
Tarrytown, NY, US
Summary
The Residence Building Advisor is responsible for maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for students by conducting welfare and curfew checks. They also provide mentorship, support student transitions, and ensure all safeguarding policies are strictly followed.
Job Description
This is a live-in role in an under-18 or over - 18 student residence. You will be based on the same Building as your assigned students, and safeguarding sits at the center of everything you do. It is a role that comes with real responsibility; you are a trusted adult in the daily life of students who are away from home, often for the first time, and it suits someone who is mature, reliable, and genuinely good with people.
Growth Opportunities
We promote from within. Strong performers are regularly considered for Deputy Head Building Advisor and Head Building Advisor positions, roles with real leadership scope that people in this position have already stepped into. We will support you in working towards them from day one.
Part-Time role with one-year fixed-term with the option to reapply
Responsibilities
Your Responsibilities
- Live on the same floor as your assigned students and be a dependable, approachable presence during every shift
- Carry out welfare checks and room checks throughout your shift
- Conduct curfew checks to ensure all under-18 students are in their rooms on time
- Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and in line with EF policy
- Build positive relationships with your students and contribute to a safe, welcoming floor environment
- Be present every Sunday for arrivals shifts to welcome new students and help them feel comfortable from day one
- Be present for departure shift to say goodbye to leaving students
- Organize a Mentor meeting twice per month, connecting with our long-term students.
- Conduct three student evaluations throughout their stay, Eval 1 at the start, Eval 2 at the midpoint, and Eval 3 at the end
- Meet your KPIs and work towards your assigned OKRs as part of the wider residence team
- Be able to support students with questions about their experiences, including rules, conduct, and basic knowledge of academics
- A leader who understands the value of a customer-focused approach and can communicate that expectation clearly with other staff.
Shift Hours:
- 8:00 PM-12:00 AM
- Various Sat and Sunday hours
- Overnight on call when holding the phone
Qualifications
What We Are Looking For
- A responsible and mature individual who takes full ownership of their role and always upholds a high standard of conduct
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with young people, with a clear understanding of the duty of care and safeguarding obligations involved
- Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, approachable manner that fosters trust among students and colleagues
- Well organized and capable of managing multiple responsibilities concurrently while maintaining attention to detail
- A results-oriented mindset with the ability to work towards clearly defined KPIs and OKRs
- Prior experience in youth work, education, or a residential setting is advantageous
Founded in 1965 in Sweden, EF (Education First) is a global association of education companies that share a common mission of opening the world through education.
Some companies are in the business of banking. Others are in the business of shoes. Or sports. Or soft drinks. At EF, we're in a different kind of business. One that's a little less tangible, and a lot more important. Because our business, what we make, makes everything else possible. We're in the business of understanding. Between people. Between cultures.
For over half a century we’ve been the leader in international educational programs and experiences designed to foster such understanding. Through language, cultural exchange, academic studies, and educational travel, we create the kinds of immersive experiences that challenge biases, open minds, and pave the way for a more understanding world.
You’ll find our offices and schools located in some of the world’s greatest cities, and filled with smart, driven people (over 50,000 of us) who push each other to be better every day. But it’s what we do together - building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better world - that makes all the difference.
Forbes 2025/2024 World’s Best Employers | Time100 Most Influential Companies 2026 | Fast Company 2025 Next Big Things In Tech | 2024 App Store Award winner in Cultural Impact
A notice on recruitment scams
We are aware that recruitment scams are increasingly common worldwide and affect job seekers across many organizations. These may appear on various messaging platforms, e.g., text messaging, WhatsApp, etc. To support your safety, we recommend that you do not respond to such unsolicited offers of employment. If you believe you are the victim of any fraudulent activity, we advise you to contact your appropriate authorities. Only submit your application to jobs through our official job board, jobs.ef.com. We never ask our applicants to pay a fee for any service whatsoever.
Founded
1965
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Zurich, Zurich
Founded in 1965 in Sweden, EF (Education First) is a global association of education companies that share a common mission of opening the world through education.
Some companies are in the business of banking. Others are in the business of shoes. Or sports. Or soft drinks. At EF, we're in a different kind of business. One that's a little less tangible, and a lot more important. Because our business, what we make, makes everything else possible. We're in the business of understanding. Between people. Between cultures.
For over half a century we’ve been the leader in international educational programs and experiences designed to foster such understanding. Through language, cultural exchange, academic studies, and educational travel, we create the kinds of immersive experiences that challenge biases, open minds, and pave the way for a more understanding world.
You’ll find our offices and schools located in some of the world’s greatest cities, and filled with smart, driven people (over 50,000 of us) who push each other to be better every day. But it’s what we do together - building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better world - that makes all the difference.
Forbes 2025/2024 World’s Best Employers | Time100 Most Influential Companies 2026 | Fast Company 2025 Next Big Things In Tech | 2024 App Store Award winner in Cultural Impact
A notice on recruitment scams
We are aware that recruitment scams are increasingly common worldwide and affect job seekers across many organizations. These may appear on various messaging platforms, e.g., text messaging, WhatsApp, etc. To support your safety, we recommend that you do not respond to such unsolicited offers of employment. If you believe you are the victim of any fraudulent activity, we advise you to contact your appropriate authorities. Only submit your application to jobs through our official job board, jobs.ef.com. We never ask our applicants to pay a fee for any service whatsoever.
Founded
1965
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Zurich, Zurich