House Parents at Milton Hershey School

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's best private schools, where students in pre-K through 12th grade from disadvantaged backgrounds receive an exceptional career-focused education with housing, meals, and more—and all costs are covered.

This unique position offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a structured schedule that includes time off and paid vacations for House Parents who provide guidance and support to a group of students in a nurturing environment.

About Milton Hershey School

MHS was founded in 1909 by Milton and Catherine Hershey as a place where students in need can receive an exceptional education and a supportive family environment. Thanks to their generosity, the school is fully endowed and has the resources to ensure both students and staff are provided everything they need to thrive.

Becoming a Flex Houseparent

Flex houseparents are couples who reside in on-campus student homes, guiding and nurturing a group of approximately 8-12 students. They provide a consistent family-like structure for students and handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, etc.

Benefits

Couples applying for this role will be offered:

• A salary of $43,825 per person, totaling a compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple, which includes free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings
• Relocation assistance and paid training provided
• A schedule of nine days on followed by three days off, including a period of personal time while students are at school
• Three-week paid summer vacation

Qualifications

To be eligible for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings
• This is a two-person job for couples who have been legally married for at least two years
• Both spouses should be age 27 or older
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home
• Abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus. No alcohol is permitted while on duty
• Limited pets allowed: only fish and one dog of approved breeds
• Valid driver's license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
• Candidates must be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and taking them to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services (Note: Proselytizing is prohibited)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students.
• Both spouses must complete an individual employment application

What We Offer

This is a unique career path that takes consideration and commitment from both spouses. If you have any specific questions before or after applying, please reach out to our recruitment team.

Salary : $43,825