Residential Life Coordinator

Job Overview:

The Residential Life Coordinator (RLC) is a key member of the boarding school community,

responsible for fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive living environment for Gr. 9-12

students on the Hoa Lac Campus. The RLC plays a pivotal role in shaping the residential

experience by mentoring students, managing dorm life, coordinating activities, providing

academic tutoring, and promoting personal growth, wellbeing, and academic success. The

ideal candidate is passionate about working with adolescents and committed to creating a

positive, nurturing community.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Student Support: Tutoring and Mentorship

• Provide daily guidance and support to residential students, helping them navigate

personal, social, and academic challenges.

• Foster a sense of community by promoting open communication, inclusivity, and

respect among students.

• Serve as a mentor and positive role model, encouraging personal growth, leadership,

and responsibility.

• Supervise structured study time and provide tutoring services in English in one of the

following advanced academic areas during the evenings: (IGCSE/A Level

Mathematics, IGCSE/A Level Sciences, Academic Writing)

2. Dormitory Management

• Supervise dormitory living, including enforcing policies, addressing disciplinary

issues, and maintaining a safe, secure environment.

• Conduct regular check-ins, dorm meetings, and inspections to ensure students'

wellbeing and compliance with school rules.

Residential Programming & Activities

• Plan, organise, and implement residential life programs and extracurricular activities

that promote community building, student engagement, and personal development.

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and student leaders to design social, recreational, and

educational events.

• Facilitate activities that encourage healthy living, time management, and academic

success.

3. Administrative Duties

• Contribute to the development and implementation of residential policies and

procedures.

• Communicate effectively with the Boarding Director, the Principal, the Counselor, and

teachers about student concerns and progress.

• Maintain confidentiality and discretion in dealing with sensitive student issues.

Collaboration with Faculty and Staff

• Work closely with academic faculty, counsellors, and administrators to ensure

students’ overall wellbeing and academic success.

• Participate in weekly staff meetings and training sessions to support the broader

mission of the school.

• Assist in the orientation of new students and staff, ensuring smooth transitions into

residential life.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or in a human services field

• Advanced level of English; near fluent.

• Interested in working with adolescent children.

• Willingness to work one weekend day.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.

• Ability to provide individual and small group advanced level English language tutoring services in one of the following areas: (Mathematics, Sciences, Academic Writing).

• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

• Willingness to live on campus and engage fully in the boarding school community, including evening and weekend commitments.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with on-campus housing & meals provided.

• Weekend transportation to Hanoi

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• A supportive, tight-knit community of educators and students.