Junior Dean - Barnard College, Columbia University

About Oxford RoyaleOxford Royale is a leading global provider of elite summer schools. Driven by a firm belief that education is about much more than a formal classroom, we offer young people unparalleled cultural and learning experiences, giving them a window to a world of opportunity.Overview: As a Junior Dean, you will be part of a team supporting the Campus Leadership Team in delivering our summer programme. You will be responsible for managing a busy schedule of activities and events outside the classroom, leading a team of Counsellors, and ensuring smooth execution through careful planning and clear communication. This role is ideal for an organised, self-motivated leader with excellent communication skills.Key Responsibilities:Student Safety:Ensure all safety measures and safeguarding policies are followed throughout the programme.Respond quickly to any safety or welfare concerns, prioritizing student well-being.Implement student supervision processes and maintain a safe environment for students and staff.Representing Oxford Royale:Uphold the company's values when interacting with students, staff, and third parties.Work collaboratively with the host venue teams and respond efficiently to their needs.Student Experience:Understand the entire two-week programme schedule and all activity options.Plan and deliver activities, events, and excursions with attention to detail, ensuring a high-quality student experience.Adapt and communicate plans clearly to your team, exceeding student expectations.Collaboration & Leadership:Work closely with the Programme Coordinator and Director to ensure smooth communication across all staff members.Lead and mentor Counsellors, offering support and guidance in managing students.Provide leadership in resolving challenges in a professional and efficient manner.Deliver daily briefing for a team of programme facilitators, assign day to day tasks for the delivery of the campus programme and prepare the campus whiteboard promptly and in detail.Supervise the delivery of the campus programme ensuring operational delivery briefs are followed by all activity leaders and student supervision and support standards are adhered to at all times.Ensure all members of the campus team are compliant by state, university and company regulations while delivering the programme at all times. Administration, Systems, and Compliance:Handle daily payments and plete risk assessments and event planning paperwork.Manage student registers and report any incidents.Write reports on all programme incidents.Conduct Appraisals of direct managees.Position Details:Based at summer site at Barnard College, Columbia University.Approximately 40 hours per week across 6 days, including morning, afternoon, and night shifts.Mandatory training and campus setup before student arrivals (3-4 days during the week of June 23rd-29th)Salary: $20h.Session Dates:Session 1: June 29th - July 12thSession 2: July 13th - July 26thEssential Qualifications ExperienceSome experience working with the age group hosted at the chosen campus (16-18).Experience managing peers.Some experience handling administrative tasks such as rotas and risk assessments.A university degree.Desirable ExperienceFamiliarity with the host university.Knowledge of the international education industry and how residential courses operate.Experience mentoring young people in an academic environment.Academic or work experience in one or more of the course subjects offered at the chosen campus.Previous experience working with Oxford Royale.We incorporate equality into all we do, making every effort to eliminate discrimination, create equal opportunities and develop good working relationships.

Created: 2025-02-24