Dorm Parent

Job Title: Residence Hall Dorm Parent Location: Rice Memorial High School, South Burlington, Vermont Type: 10-Month, Residential Position Compensation: Includes stipend, on-campus housing, and meals during the academic year

Position Overview Rice Memorial High School, a co-educational Catholic college preparatory school serving grades 9 through post-graduate, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to serve as a Residence Hall Proctor (Dorm Parent). This role is central to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive living environment for students in our boarding program.

Responsibilities

The Dorm Parent’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Residential Life Presence:

Live in the residence hall during the academic year.

Be available for various shifts (day, evening/overnight, weekends, holidays, school breaks) as scheduled. The expectation is to work three nights a week.

Student Supervision & Support:

Build a positive and inclusive dormitory culture.

Perform safety and wellness checks, including rounds, lights out, and room checks.

Provide first aid or facilitate medical care in coordination with the school nurse or local medical facilities.

Program Administration:

Uphold and enforce boarding program rules and routines.

Manage administrative tasks while on duty (phones, forms, attendance, filing, etc.).

Supervise and support student events, activities, and outings.

Help drive shuttle buses for student pickup and drop-off as scheduled. Conducting routine room visits and check-ins during study hall/quiet hours

Community Building:

Engage students in a hospitable and culturally respectful environment.

Foster open communication and support students' social and emotional development. Plan and coordinate regular dorm community events with the director of residential life.

Team Collaboration:

Attend orientation and training before school opens and other professional development throughout the school year.

Work collaboratively with other dorm parents and school staff.

Exercise sound judgment and decision-making, especially under pressure.

Qualifications

Maturity, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills

Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities

Capacity to remain calm and effective in emergencies

Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends, school breaks, and holidays

Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record preferred, driver 25 years or older needed

Experience with or interest in residential life, education, or student mentorship

Background check, fingerprinting, and screening required Experience in education, residence life, and youth mentorship

Benefits

Stipend, furnished housing, and meals with an estimated value of $19,550.

Opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse community

To Apply:

Submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Mike Mazzella, Dean of Students at mazzella@rmhsvt.org.