Residential Life Dorm Parent
Houston, US
The Village School is a private college preparatory school for grades Early Childhood through High School. Our High School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma program and boarding opportunities through the Nord Anglia Boarding program.
The Village School is an international community in Houston, Texas, providing a world-class education to our private day and boarding school students. We adhere to the highest academic standards, developing lifelong learners and global citizens who think critically, collaborate genuinely, and give of themselves generously. Ranked nationally for STEAM education and for the diversity of our international student body. Proud member of the Nord Anglia Education global network of schools.
Position Summary / Job Goals:
The Residential Life Parent is responsible for supervising and supporting boarding students in a safe, structured, and respectful residential environment. This role helps ensure students follow daily routines, meet behavioral expectations, and feel supported in their day-to-day campus life.
The Residential Life Parent plays an important role in maintaining student accountability, promoting positive behavior, and supporting students’ overall success within the residential program.
Qualifications / Training:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (or currently in progress)
Experience / Knowledge:
- Experience working with students or youth in structured settings such as schools, camps, residential programs, or coaching environments
- Experience with student supervision and behavior management
- Ability to manage groups of students and enforce expectations consistently
- Comfortable using technology systems for attendance tracking and reporting
Attributes:
- Strong sense of responsibility and professionalism
- Organized with strong time management skills
- Ability to stay calm and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations
- Flexible and able to adapt to changing needs and schedules
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, proactive, and able to take initiative
- Team-oriented with the ability to also work independently
Reports to / Evaluated by:
- Reports to: Residence Life Director
- Evaluated by:
- Shift Supervisors (daily oversight)
- Year Group Leaders (input on student-related performance)
- Residence Life Coordinator (overall performance evaluation)
- Key Relationship: Director of Operations
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Student Supervision and Daily Operations
- Check in with Shift Supervisors at the start and end of each shift to receive assignments and complete required reports
- Carry out daily routines including wake-up, headcounts, and evening/overnight supervision
- Monitor student participation in after-school activities
- Use boarding management systems to track attendance, permissions, and student movement
- Supervise students in common areas including cafeteria, classrooms, learning spaces, and activity areas
- Monitor behavior during meals and ensure shared spaces are clean and organized
- Supervise study hall or designated academic time
- Conduct room checks during evenings and weekends
- Ensure students are dressed appropriately for school and residential activities
Student Behavior and Support
- Enforce school rules and expectations consistently
- Address behavior concerns promptly and document incidents as required
- Monitor student wellbeing and escalate concerns when needed
- Administer medications as directed and maintain proper documentation
Communication and Coordination
- Communicate regularly with the Residence Life team regarding student updates and concerns
- Coordinate with school staff regarding student needs when appropriate
- Keep students informed of schedules, expectations, and upcoming events
- Attend required staff meetings
- Support and/or lead student meetings
Campus Life and Engagement
- Supervise students during meals, study time, and use of shared spaces
- Support evening, weekend, and special residential life programming
- Accompany students on school-related trips and activities
- Monitor student sign-out procedures and verify visitors as needed
- Ensure students maintain cleanliness and responsibility within shared living spaces
Administrative and Operational Duties
- Complete required reports (morning, evening, overnight) with accurate and timely information
- Check and respond to email regularly during shifts
- Drive school vehicles for student activities, as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Village Believes that Effective Employees are:
- Accountable - Establishes a high performing culture and accepts accountability for organizational performance.
- Strategic - Leads opportunity and is committed to continuous improvement aligned with the organizational vision and direction.
- Collaborative - Works collaboratively with others to achieve organizational outcomes
- Entrepreneurial - Creates organizational value for diverse stakeholders and achieves commercial success.
- Enabling - Drives excellence through valuing and developing others
- Agile - Achieves personal and organizational success within a changing, dynamic and complex environment
- Resilient - Demonstrates personal resilience within a demanding environment of high expectations
Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the employee or Village to only the work identified. It is the expectation of the School that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our organization.
TO APPLY:
Online applications need to be submitted directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV.
At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture.
All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note: we reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.
Nearest Major Market: Houston