AI summary
Houseparents at Milton Hershey School live on campus and provide a safe, supportive home environment for students in a residential school setting. You'll guide daily routines and help with students’ social-emotional growth and character development, working closely with educators and support staff. Standout perk: on-campus live-in role focused on long-term student impact.
Key skills
Residential student supervisionChildcare and youth mentoringSocial and emotional development supportAfter-school activity supervisionHousehold managementCollaboration with educators and support staffRole modelling positive values and life skillsCommunity-buildingOrganization
Salary not listed — comparable US residential houseparent roles typically pay around $35,000–$60,000 depending on experience and benefits.
You'll thrive here if you’re compassionate and organized, and want to live on campus to help students grow socially, emotionally, and in character within a diverse community.
Why apply
- Live on campus
- Make lasting impact on children
- Supportive, community-focused environment
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.