AI summary
Houseparents at Milton Hershey School live on campus to provide a safe, structured, and nurturing home environment for students in a residential school setting. You’ll guide daily routines, support social-emotional and character development, and work closely with educators and support teams, with the standout perk being the on-campus live-in nature of the role.
Key skills
Residential student supervisionChildcare and youth mentoringSocial-emotional supportCharacter development and positive role modelingHousehold managementAfter-school activity supervisionCollaboration with educators and support staffOrganisational skillsCommitment to diversity and inclusion
Salary not listed — comparable US residential houseparent roles typically pay around $40k–$70k depending on experience and total compensation.
You'll thrive here if you’re compassionate and organised, and you want to live on campus to positively shape students’ routines, wellbeing, and development in a residential school community.
Why apply
- Live on campus role
- Make lasting impact on children
- Collaborative residential school community
Milton Hershey School is seeking dedicated Houseparents to live on campus and create a safe, nurturing home environment for students in a residential school setting. Houseparents support students’ daily routines, social and emotional growth, and character development while modeling positive values and life skills. Responsibilities include supervising after-school activities, managing household responsibilities, collaborating with educators and support staff, and fostering a sense of community. Ideal candidates are compassionate, organized, and committed to diversity, personal growth, and making a lasting impact on children’s lives.
