Houseparents, Full-Time
On-siteBlacksburg, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate daily routines, including wake-up, mealtimes, homework, and bedtime supervision for a group of students in a residential home. Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive living environment while fostering strong study habits, life skills, and positive character traits. Coach students in conflict resolution, social skills, and personal responsibility, maintaining clear expectations and consistent discipline aligned with school policies. Plan and participate in recreational activities, community service, and cultural experiences to support personal development. Manage household logistics such as meal planning, basic budgeting, transportation coordination, and maintaining a clean, orderly living space. Communicate regularly with teachers, administrators, and health services to monitor student progress and behavior.
Required Qualifications
- experience working with children or youth—such as teaching, coaching, social services, childcare, or residential care
- an understanding of the challenges many students from diverse and often under-resourced backgrounds may face
- comfortable working in a multicultural environment
- committed to promoting equity, inclusion, and respect
- Strong communication skills
- teamwork
- a collaborative mindset
- the ability to follow established protocols
- contribute to a professional, mission-driven culture
- dependable caregivers
- manage household logistics such as meal planning
- basic budgeting for home needs
- coordinating transportation to school functions or appointments
- maintaining a clean, orderly living space
- high levels of energy
- empathy
- patience
- organizational skill
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