AI summary
Houseparents are live-in residential caregivers who create a safe, structured home environment for students on campus, supporting daily routines and social-emotional development. Milton Hershey School is a residential school focused on student growth and character development, offering the standout benefit of on-campus living as part of the role.
Key skills
Residential student supervisionYouth mentoringSocial and emotional supportAfter-school activity supervisionHousehold managementCollaboration with educators and support staffRole modeling positive valuesLife skills coachingCommunity buildingOrganisational skills
Salary not listed — comparable US residential houseparent roles typically pay around $40k–$70k, depending on school, experience, and on-campus arrangements.
You'll thrive here if you’re compassionate and organised, and you want to live on campus to mentor students and support their daily growth and wellbeing.
Why apply
- Live on campus
- Make lasting impact on children
- Support student character development
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.