Live-In House Parent; Staten , NY Per Student Stipend

Live-In House Parent (Staten Island, Ny)

Live-in house parent (free housing + $1,000/month per student stipend)

Location:

Staten Island, New York

10-Month academic year position (August 2026 – June 2027)

Help international students feel at home while studying in the United States

Established in 2011, Apex International Education Partners (APEX) helps U.S. secondary schools recruit and support international students, fostering cultural exchange, diversity, and global understanding. Through our network of partner schools, residential programs, and host family services, we provide students with the support and stability they need to thrive while pursuing their education in the United States.

We are seeking a caring, responsible, and organized live-in house parent to create a safe, welcoming, family-style home environment for international high school students attending school in Staten Island, New York.

This role is similar to serving as a host parent, with the added benefit of company-provided housing. The house parent is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the residence, including maintaining a clean and comfortable home, grocery shopping, meal preparation, transportation support when needed, and ensuring students' safety and well-being throughout the academic year.

The ideal candidate enjoys creating a warm household environment, preparing meals, supporting teenagers from diverse cultural backgrounds, and serving as a dependable adult presence in the home. Mandarin-speaking candidates, married couples, former host families, educators, and individuals with experience caring for teenagers are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ideal for:
Chinese-speaking individuals or couples, former host families, retired educators, empty nesters, stay-at-home spouses, caregivers, and others who enjoy creating a warm and welcoming home environment for teenagers studying abroad.

Position overview

The house parent serves as the primary adult presence within the residence, ensuring students have a safe, comfortable, and supportive place to live while attending school in the United States.

The residence is located in the prestigious Todt Hill neighborhood of Staten Island and is within walking distance of Staten Island Academy. Students walk to and from school independently, so daily transportation to and from school is not required.

The home currently houses four students and is expected to continue housing four or more students throughout the 2026–2027 academic year.

One approved adult family member (spouse, partner, or sibling) may reside in the home with the house parent. However, the monthly stipend is paid only to the contracted house parent.

This position may be well suited for individuals who maintain daytime employment outside the residence, provided they are available each morning until students depart for school, are present for evening responsibilities, and ensure that an approved adult remains in the residence overnight while students are present.

Contract term

Academic year (10-months):
Early August 2026 – Mid-June 2027

Selected candidates must be available for move-in and orientation in early August 2026.

Key responsibilities

Student care & supervision

• Provide a safe, stable, and welcoming home environment for international high school students
• Monitor student well-being and ensure students are adhering to household expectations
• Ensure students depart for school on time each school day and report absences or concerns as appropriate
• Serve as a responsible adult presence in the home during evenings, weekends, school breaks, holidays, and overnight hours
• Conduct evening room checks and maintain reasonable household structure and accountability
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and communicate concerns to APEX leadership
• Help students adjust to living away from home while respecting their independence and school responsibilities
• Maintain regular communication with APEX regarding student welfare and residence matters

Household management

• Maintain a clean, organized, and comfortable living environment
• Perform routine household cleaning and oversee the general upkeep of common areas
• Grocery shop for student meals and household…