High School International Area Representative

About This Role

Connecting international students with welcoming host families and promoting cross-cultural understanding is the core of this entry-level role. You will provide ongoing support to ensure successful exchange experiences from start to finish. This position suits someone passionate about cultural exchange and building meaningful connections within their community.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit prospective host families within the assigned area to support international student exchange programs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local schools to raise awareness of student exchange opportunities
• Promote public awareness of exchange programs through community outreach and engagement activities
• Guide prospective host families through the online application process on the organization's website
• Conduct in-home interviews with potential host families and verify references to ensure suitability
• Facilitate host family orientations prior to student arrival to set expectations and provide program guidance
• Perform monthly check-ins with host families and students via phone calls or in-person visits
• Document all interactions, check-ins, and progress reports accurately in the online system

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build trust and rapport with families, schools, and students from diverse backgrounds
• Comfortable conducting in-home visits and interviews
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Reliable transportation for local travel to schools and host family homes
• Basic computer literacy for completing online documentation and applications

Nice to have:

• Prior experience working in education, community outreach, or customer service
• Familiarity with international education or cultural exchange programs
• Experience working with schools or educational institutions
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities
• Proficiency with online application systems and digital documentation tools
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace applications
• Comfort using smartphones or tablets for check-ins and reporting
• Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet tools for remote coordination

Benefits

• Performance-based compensation per successful placement for an academic year student
• Performance-based compensation per successful placement for a one-semester student

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