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New College of Florida · 1 month ago

Student Assistant, Orientation Leader

Sarasota, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

New College of Florida is seeking a Student Assistant, Orientation Leader to facilitate the orientation program for incoming students. This role involves guiding new students through their introduction to college life and fostering a positive atmosphere during their transition.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Facilitate new student’s introduction to the College by maintaining an open, helpful attitude and suing effective communication techniques

Answer questions both social and academic aspects of the New College experience

Be able to attend the spring and summer training prior to Orientation

Be on time when expected

Promote interaction among groups of new students during small group discussions, icebreakers, meals and activities

Facilitate small group interactions on various topics including mini-classes, contracts, and student life

Supervise activities among new students through direct involvement and participation

Work closely and cooperate with other OLs and New Student Program staff to develop, prepare, implement, and evaluate Orientation programs. OLs will also work closely with other student leaders on campus including but not limited to Resident Advisors, Peer Mentors, and NCSA Representatives

Be available in person to lead student Orientation groups and allotted other duties

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Interpersonal skillsLeadershipEffective communicationAdaptabilityNCF systems

Required

Possess excitement for NCF and the campus culture with a strong desire to aid in the successful transition for NCF students and their families

Agree to abide by professional and ethical standards of conduct, including but not limited to College regulations

Exhibit strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of team members and diverse populations of students and families

Possess a willingness to learn new things and be adaptable to changing plans if the need arises

Possess the ability to learn about NCF systems and the inner workings of the College

Act in a leadership role within your small group setting and take ownership of extra duties assigned

Possess the ability to address crowds and give directions to incoming students

Must be in good conduct standing with the college

Must satisfy your contract for the Spring 2024 term

Must be a full-time undergraduate student and must not graduate prior to the Fall 2024 semester

Preferred

Be able to attend the spring and summer training prior to Orientation

Be on time when expected

Promote interaction among groups of new students during small group discussions, icebreakers, meals and activities

Facilitate small group interactions on various topics including mini-classes, contracts, and student life

Supervise activities among new students through direct involvement and participation

Work closely and cooperate with other OLs and New Student Program staff to develop, prepare, implement, and evaluate Orientation programs

Be available in person to lead student Orientation groups and allotted other duties

Other duties as assigned

Company

New College of Florida

Florida’s public honors college, educating free thinkers, risk takers and trailblazers.

Founded in 1960

Sarasota, FL, US

201-500 employees

https://www.ncf.edu/

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