AI summary
Houseparents at Milton Hershey School live on campus and provide a safe, structured, nurturing home environment for students in a residential school setting. You'll support students' daily routines and social-emotional development while coordinating with educators and support staff. Standout perk: on-campus residential role with direct, lasting impact on children.
Key skills
Residential childcare supervisionStudent mentoringSocial and emotional development supportAfter-school activity supervisionHousehold managementCollaboration with educators and support staffPositive role modelling and values educationCommunity buildingOrganisation and time managementCommitment to diversity
Salary not listed — comparable US houseparent/residential caregiver roles often pay roughly $40k–$70k, depending on experience and the value of on-campus housing/benefits.
You'll thrive here if you’re compassionate, organised, and motivated to create a stable home environment that supports students’ growth and character development.
Why apply
- Live on campus
- Make lasting impact on children
- Support student growth and character
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.