Joseph Peters

Dedicated House Master and pastoral care professional with five years of experience in boarding house management and student welfare, progressing from Boarding Supervisor to House Master since completing his Bachelor's degree in Philosophy in 2021. Currently responsible for the welfare, discipline and pastoral care of 28 boarding students. Skilled in supervising male boarding students, enforcing discipline, mentoring, conflict resolution, safeguarding and building strong working relationships with school management, staff and parents.

Fluent in English and Yoruba, with a working knowledge of Latin, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. Holds a Safeguarding and Child Protection Certificate and a TEFL Certificate.

House Master at Canon James Pearse Anglican College (2023 – Present)

• Oversee and manage the daily residential life of male boarding students across the house.
• Lead the boarding team in enforcing school rules and boarding house regulations fairly and consistently.
• Provide pastoral guidance, mentorship and personal support to students, resolving conflicts and promoting respectful relationships.
• Monitor students' academic, social and personal development, liaising with school management and parents or guardians.
• Identify and appropriately report safeguarding and welfare concerns.
• Maintain comprehensive records relating to student welfare, behaviour and boarding house activities.
• Support school activities and programmes involving both boarding and day students.
• Provide supervision and support during emergencies and other situations requiring immediate attention.
• Directly responsible for the welfare, discipline and pastoral care of 28 boarding students.
• Encourage students to develop responsibility, self discipline, leadership, respect and good personal habits.

Boarding Supervisor at Vita Christi Catholic College (2021 – 2023)

• Supervised the daily residential life of boarding students, maintaining structured routines from wake up to lights out.
• Assisted in enforcing house rules and boarding regulations, supporting student discipline and safety.
• Provided pastoral support and mentorship to students, addressing personal and social concerns.
• Monitored student welfare and reported concerns to the House Master and school management.
• Helped resolve conflicts between students and promoted a respectful boarding community.
• Maintained records of student behaviour, attendance and welfare within the boarding house.
• Supported emergency response and ensured student safety during out of hours periods.
• Worked closely with teaching staff and administration to support students' overall development.

Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy – Claretian Institute of Philosophy / Claretian University of Nigeria (2021)