Resident Life Counselors for the Virginia Governor’s School for Visual & Performing Arts and Humanities at Radford University.
Position Description: The Resident Life Counselor of the Virginia Governor’s School for Visual & Performing Arts and the Humanities supervises 15-20 rising high school juniors and seniors in all daily programs and activities, facilitates extracurricular and service-learning activities, and performs other duties as needed for the summer residential program.
We seek self-motivated, energetic applicants who enjoy working with teens. Counselors must be able to work cooperatively with others and have a valid driver’s license. The work of a Counselor can be physically and mentally demanding, so a high-functioning level of physical fitness and mental health is essential for this position. Applicants must be 20 by June 20, 2027.
The Governor’s School operates for three weeks in the summer (June 20–July 10, 2027). Twenty-one (21) positions are open in this search. Just before the summer program, the Resident Life Counselors will undergo a week-long, residential training program for Resident Life Counselors from June 13-20, 2027. The incumbents will manage the day-to-day activities of 15-20 students under their direct supervision and the co-curricular activities of 300-350 Governor’s School students.
The Resident Life Counselors will be paid a stipend (in installments) ranging from $3,000 to $3,300 for the assignment depending on qualification and relevant experience. Full board and lodging will be provided to Counselors during the week-long training and three-week summer program. They will report to the Resident Life Managers.
To apply: Fill out the online application form, including your GPA, letter(s) of reference, and a current résumé or CV. This call for applications is active until the positions are filled, but the priority deadline is February 15. Shortlisted candidates will be notified and invited to attend an interview commencing in February 2027.
For any questions, please contact Matt Rhoten, Resident Life Manager and Chief Counselor, at mrhoten@radford.edu.