Lawrenceville Summer Scholars Prefect
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The Lawrenceville School seeks enthusiastic, energetic, collegial individuals who want to work with both adults and students in a collaborative and inclusive academic setting. The In-Person Prefect position requires full time work during the 3-week duration of the program. The in-person prefect is asked to live in a dorm and be accessible for work 24/7 during the program. The Summer Scholars program runs from Monday, July 7, 2025 to Friday, July 25, 2025. All in-person prefects must attend the 1 two to four-hour orientation on July 5, 2025 and be present on move-in day (July 6, 2025) from 12:30pm-4:00pm. Summary: Prefects must be rising seniors or recent graduates of The Lawrenceville School. Position responsibilities include helping to manage House life and community time and activities, supervising during meals, providing support during study hall and house check-in times, facilitating afternoon and evening activities, and assisting during House Cup activities. You may be expected to help create, plan, and execute daily activities, manage carpool, assist with classroom/dorm setup and other camp needs. Crucially important to the student experience, prefects are expected to be the fun but responsible adults in a room full of younger students. The Prefects work together with the Executive Director of LVSS, The Director of Community Engagement, The Director of Students, and the Heads of House to provide support, guidance, and supervision to the students enrolled in the program. Essential Responsibilities:
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The Lawrenceville School is a diverse and inclusive community and makes all employment decisions without regard for an individual's race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, sex, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability (including AIDS and HIV related illness), genetic information, refusal to provide genetic information, refusal to submit to genetic testing, ancestry, familial status, marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, atypical cellular or blood trait, military service, application for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Lawrenceville School will also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law. The Lawrenceville School conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Eligible employees receive a competitive benefit package that includes health insurance coverage, paid leave and retirement plan options and many other valuable programs. |