Posted April 9, 2024

Position Summary

Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation (AILEY) is seeking responsible individuals to serve as our Resident Assistants & Chaperones reporting to the Summer Housing Coordinator within the The Ailey School department.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Training & Development

• Mandatory staff training is scheduled: June 11*– June 22, 2024. Staff will train with the Housing Coordinator, 11-3pm*. Focused workshops with The Ailey School professionals will be included. Staff will work on Dorm Preparation while living at McMahon. Staff members move into the dormitory June 10, 2024*.
• Staff meets weekly (with and without the Housing Coordinator) during the intensive (Monday from 5-7:30pm). Additional meetings are likely and will be scheduled as far in advance as possible.

*Subject to change

Administrative Tasks

• Participate in and assist with Move-in (June 23, 2024) and Move-Out (July 20, 2024 and July 27, 2024).
• Attend weekly staff meetings with the Housing Coordinator and separately as a team.
• Lead weekly floor meetings (Mondays from 8-9pm) to promote a community in which students have concern and respect for the rights and privileges of others.
• Establish effective communication in the dormitory with bulletin boards and posters.
• Submit dorm incident reports and document all policy violations in a timely manner.

Programming

• Plan, execute, and evaluate high-quality events that are age-appropriate and cost-efficient.
• Events take place Tuesday-Thursday and Saturdays and Sundays.

Building Security

• Participate in On-Duty rotation (24 hours), daily rounds of Ailey floors (6pm, 8:30pm, and 11pm), and other duties as assigned. Staff remain in the building when On-Duty.
• Enforce curfews for all 14-17-year-old students.  Visit each apartment and perform room checks nightly. Monitor sign-in sheet for students 18-years-old*.
• Make note of students who have been approved to stay away from campus overnight. Contact information and expected time of return should be noted for each off-campus visit.
• Participate in approved random room checks with or without university staff. 

*18-years-old might live in the dorm if Ludlow’s Residence reaches capacity.

Student Safety (Chaperones ONLY)

• Know the whereabouts of each chaperone student you are assigned at all times (constant texting and checking in).
• Enforce a “Buddy System” for students to pursue activities without supervision within the campus radius.
• Meet students’ approved visitors before they leave McMahon Hall. Maintain visitors’ contact information. Require that students return by curfew and notify you of their return.

Minimum Qualifications & Expectations

• Applicants must be 21 years of age by June 23, 2024.
• Applicants must have a background and/or education in the dance field.
• Members of Ailey II, international students applying for OPT, and students enrolling in the summer intensive are not eligible to apply.
• Ailey Students Applicants must be in good standing at The Ailey School (students on probation will not be considered).
• Always serve as a role model. This includes adhering to and enforcing policies as stated by Fordham University and The Ailey School, including drugs and alcohol.
• Develop and build individual relationships with students from the beginning of the program and throughout the summer. Be an active presence in the dormitory. 
• Assist students with adjusting to dorm and city life and help mediate student conflict.
• Accompany students to the clinic or hospital in case of illness, injury, or medical emergency. Inform Housing Coordinator as soon as possible so that the parent can be notified. 
• Be readily available and always have access to student information in case of emergency.

Commitment

• 7 weeks of work beginning June 11, 2024* through July 27, 2024.
• This position must be your first priority, no exceptions. Outside activities cannot exceed 20 hours per week and need to be approved by Summer Housing Coordinator. This includes registered course hours, internships, dance classes, auditions, and other part-time employment.
• Applicants must live at the dormitory from June 12* to July 29, 2024.
• Overnights away from the dorm must be approved by Summer Housing Coordinator.

*Subject to change

Compensation

• $3,000 total stipend (includes training) to be paid out weekly over 7 weeks.
• Single room accommodations are provided starting June 10*. Apartment type differs according to position assigned.  Amenities include 24/7 doorman security, WIFI, laundry facilities.
• $700 meal stipend to be paid out over 7 weeks.
• 10 free classes per week at The Ailey School during time of employment.
• Metro card for work related transportation.
• An activity budget for required programming is provided. The staff decides how these funds are allocated.

The advertised pay rate is not a promise of a particular wage for any specific employee. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, special licensing or qualifications, and other factors.

*Subject to change

How To Apply

Click on the apply link below and upload a file for each application requirement (accepted formats include .doc, .docx, or .pdf). Please include your name in the file names of each document. Only applicants who submit the following will be considered:

• Resume
• Cover letter detailing your interest in this position
• Contact information for two professional references

Resident Assistants and Chaperones are an integral part of The Ailey School Summer Intensive and are subject to an interview and background check. Applications will not be considered without these items. No phone calls, please.