Job: Residential Community Coordinator – Showa Boston Institute (Boston, MA, USA)
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Position: Residential Community Coordinator
Posted by: Showa Boston Institute
Location: Boston, MA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to Jennifer Wells, friend of JET for passing along the following job opening.
BACKGROUND
Showa Boston Institute of Language and Culture is a residential academic institution for about 300 students established by Showa Women’s University in Tokyo in 1988. Its mission is to increase students’ English proficiency, to develop their cross-cultural awareness, and to foster their personal growth. The 40-acre campus rests on a hilltop overlooking the Boston skyline. At the heart of the campus are administrative offices, residences, a dining hall, and educational facilities.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Residential Community Coordinator (RCC) resides on campus and supports the Resident Services with a Japanese female student study-abroad program. Acting as mentor, conversation partner, and cultural guide, you will facilitate student engagement, academic support, and cultural immersion. This role includes participation in an emergency on-call rotation.
COMPENSATION: $17.51/hr for 20 hours per week including weekends and evenings.
Included with compensation are room and board for the entirety of the one year contract. Rooms may be single rooms in a residential wing with free parking. The meals are provided when the campus is open. Professional development opportunities based on the candidates’ interest.
START DATE: August 17, 2026 (with move-in date between August 9-16, 2026)
Programming & Community Development (9 hrs/week):
- Plan and execute diverse events such as social gatherings and educational workshops to enrich student life
- Collaborate with student organizations and faculty to align events with campus goals and promote interdisciplinary interactions
- Utilize various communication channels to publicize events and encourage student participation
- Coordinate with Wing Leaders and the Resident Services Coordinator to develop leadership and community among residents
- Address residential community issues and promote engagement in wing activities.
Essential Job Functions (9 hrs/week):
- Support student orientations and community building initiatives within residence halls.
- Assist in organizing extracurricular activities and off-campus trips.
- Provide academic and social support through dining and informal interactions.
- Offer operational assistance to Student Services and respond to residential concerns.
- Other duties as assigned
- Participate in on-call responsibilities and emergency responses as needed (2 hrs)
- Manage the on-call phone and respond to emergency calls from Security
- Document the time and what transpired during the calls
- Update supervisor on any major issues or concerns that occur
SKILLS
- Self-starter while working well in a strong team environment
- Cultural competency and the ability to communicate effectively in a culturally sensitive manner to support international students
- Ability to deal tactfully with others and exercise good judgment in appraising situations.
- Maintain effective and positive working relationships with all staff, teachers, and students
REQUIREMENTS
- Currently enrolled in Boston area undergraduate or graduate program
- Must show proof of enrollment
- Ability to complete a one-year contract with the possibility of renewal
- Previous leadership experience preferred
- Experience living within a community environment
- Ability to live on campus during the entire year of the contract
- Familiarity with the Boston-area
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
- Knowledge and/or experience with the Japanese language and culture preferred
Application Process: Email cover letter and resume to <ssd[at]showaboston[dot]edu>
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