Residential Life Dorm Parent

About the role

The Village School is a private college preparatory school for grades Early Childhood through High School, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma program and boarding opportunities through the Nord Anglia Boarding program. Located in Houston, Texas, it serves an international community of day and boarding students, adhering to the highest academic standards to develop lifelong learners and global thinkers who think critically, collaborate genuinely, and give of themselves generously. The school is ranked nationally for STEAM education and for the diversity of its international student body, and is a proud member of the Nord Anglia Education global network.

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.

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.

The Village believes that effective employees are accountable, strategic, collaborative, entrepreneurial, enabling, agile, and resilient – establishing a high‑performing culture, leading opportunity, working collaboratively, creating value, driving excellence through developing others, succeeding in changing environments, and demonstrating personal resilience.

This position description outlines primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but does not limit the employee or the Village to only the work identified. Each employee is expected to offer services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the organization.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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