AI summary
Houseparents at Milton Hershey School live on campus and provide a safe, nurturing home environment for students in a residential school setting. You’ll support students’ daily routines and social/emotional growth while coordinating with educators and support staff. Standout perk: onsite, live-in campus role focused on long-term impact.
Key skills
Residential youth supervisionChild and adolescent development supportSocial and emotional learning supportHousehold managementAfter-school activity supervisionCollaboration with educators and support staffCommunity buildingRole modeling positive values and life skills
Salary not listed — comparable Sonoma, CA residential houseparent roles typically pay about $45,000–$70,000 per year, often with housing included for live-in positions.
You'll thrive here if you’re compassionate, organized, committed to diversity and personal growth, and motivated by making a lasting impact on children’s lives in a live-in school 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.