House Parent

Introduction
In August of 2022, the weekday boarding program began serving students who live outside of the bussing range and need a housing option within close proximity of the Even Yehuda campus. Currently, the boarding house is home to 6 students coming from all over Israel, with the capacity being 10 students.
Students arrive at the house Sunday evening and leave the boarding house on Friday morning with their weekend luggage. During the school week, students come home between 3:00 and 5:30 depending on their individual schedule and activities. Dinner is at 6:00, with lights out by 11:00pm.

Main Responsibilities
The part-time boarding parent would provide support to the Director of Boarding and the students between 3:00-8:00pm, Monday-Thursday. During this time, they would be expected to:
Keep track of the students’ whereabouts
Assist with the preparation and clean up of dinner
Have dinner with the students and Director of Boarding
Engage with the students in conversation
Foster a supportive relationship with the boarding students
Assist with homework, as needed
Communicate with families, as appropriate
Substitute for the Director of Boarding when needed.
Organize weekly transportation to Jerusalem on Friday afternoons.

Engagement
Ensure a visible adult presence in and around the premises of the boarding house while on duty.
Treat students with dignity and respect.
Act as a positive role model.
Operational Commitment
Enforce boarding house and school rules and have confidence to deal with students who are not adhering to the rules.
Follow and support the Boarding Handbook.
Maintain confidentiality in all matters.

Child Protection
AIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

Position Details
Reports to: Director of Boarding
Job Capacity: 50%
Start Date: Immediately

Position Requirements
Experience working with high school aged children.
Fluent in English.
Child safeguarding training, which we will provide.

Position Preferences
Hebrew speaking
Certified teacher

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