AI summary
House Parents at Milton Hershey School (a cost-free private residential school for Pre-K–12) live in student homes and create a safe, structured, nurturing environment. You’ll mentor students day-to-day, support homework and activities, and partner with school staff to promote academic, social, and emotional growth. Standout perk: meaningful youth-mentoring impact in a residential setting.
Key skills
Youth mentoringResidential care/supervisionCreating structured routinesHomework supportRole modelling positive behaviourStudent wellbeing support (social/emotional)Collaboration with school staffCreating a safe and nurturing environment
Salary not listed — comparable US residential youth house parent roles typically pay around $35k–$55k depending on location and total compensation.
You'll thrive here if you’re passionate about mentoring young people and providing consistent, caring structure in a residential home setting.
Why apply
- Live-in role supporting students
- Make lasting impact on youth
- Values diversity and teamwork
Milton Hershey School, a cost-free private residential school for pre-K through 12th grade, is seeking dedicated House Parents to join our Education, Training & E-Learning team. House Parents live in student homes and provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that supports students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. You’ll model positive behavior, help with homework and activities, and collaborate with school staff. MHS values diversity, personal growth, and teamwork. This role is ideal for those passionate about mentoring youth and making a lasting impact on students’ lives.