BOARDING HOUSE PARENT – Good Shepherd International School – Full Job Description

Company: Good Shepherd International School
Location: Udagamandalam, Tamil Nadu
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: ₹40,000 a month

Job Information

• Date Opened: 02/03/2025
• Job Type: Full time
• Industry: Education
• Work Experience: 0-1 year
• Salary: 40k
• City: OOTY
• State/Province: Tamil Nadu
• Country: India
• Zip/Postal Code: 643004

About Us

The Good Shepherd International School, India’s best fully residential, international co-educational school, was founded by the late Dr. P.C. Thomas and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas in the year 1977. Originally known as the Good Shepherd Public School, it became an International School of the highest caliber of learning in the year 1995. Dr. P.C. Thomas and his wife Elsamma Thomas both started their careers as teachers themselves, which fostered their vision and goal to create the best educational institution in which a child can learn and grow.

Job Description

Good Shepherd International School (GSIS) is a world-class educational institution dedicated to academic excellence and holistic student development. Our boarding program plays a crucial role in nurturing responsible, disciplined, and well-rounded individuals. We are seeking committed and compassionate Boarding House Parents to oversee the safety, welfare, and overall development of boarding students.

Start date of employment: July 2025

Position Summary

Boarding House Parents will be responsible for the daily care, discipline, and well-being of students living in the boarding house. They will act as mentors, caregivers, and role models, ensuring a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Student Supervision & Daily Routine Management
• Wake up students at 5:30 AM for morning workouts and ensure punctuality.
• Supervise students’ morning routine, ensuring they are prepared for the day.
• Escort students to and from academic sessions, extracurricular activities, and other school events.
• Ensure students follow the school’s schedule and daily routines effectively.
• 2. Dining Hall Assistance & Student Well-Being
• Assist students at the dining hall during meal times, ensuring they follow dining etiquette.
• Monitor students’ nutrition and hygiene, encouraging healthy eating habits.
• Address students’ emotional, personal, and social concerns, providing a supportive environment.
• 3. Housekeeping & Discipline Maintenance
• Supervise housekeeping staff to ensure dormitories are kept clean, organized, and well-maintained.
• Conduct daily room inspections and enforce cleanliness standards.
• Implement and uphold boarding house rules, discipline, and behavioural expectations.
• 4. Safety, Welfare, and Pastoral Care
• Ensure students’ physical and emotional safety, reporting any concerns to school authorities.
• Serve as a mentor and guide, fostering a respectful and supportive atmosphere.
• Mediate conflicts and provide counselling support when necessary.
• Oversee student medical needs and emergencies, coordinating with the school nurse.
• 5. Night Supervision & Lights-Out Routine
• Ensure students return to the boarding house on time in the evening.
• Enforce lights-out policy at 10:00 PM, ensuring students get adequate rest.
• Conduct night checks to confirm students are in their rooms and maintaining discipline.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a school warden, hostel warden, or boarding house parent.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to mentor, discipline, and support students from diverse backgrounds.
• High level of responsibility, patience, and empathy in handling adolescent students.

Preferred:

• Background in teaching, counselling, or student welfare is a plus.
• Familiarity with boarding school environments and international school cultures.
• Experience in first aid and basic student healthcare management.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Single accommodation on campus provided (no family accommodation).
• Cafeteria services provided for meals.
• Access to school facilities (sports, fitness, and recreational areas).
• Professional development opportunities in boarding and student care.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• A detailed CV with a recent passport-sized photograph.
• A cover letter outlining experience in student supervision and pastoral care.
• Contact information for at least two professional references.

Deadline for Application: Rolling applications accepted until the position is filled.

Submit applications to: [email protected]

Subject: Application for Boarding House Parent Position

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