International Study Abroad Program Leader

CIEE; United States; Remote; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Travel insurance

Visa support

CPR/First Aid certification

Pre-program training

Job summary

CIEE is seeking Program Leaders to mentor and supervise high school students in summer study abroad programs. This full-time, residential role requires 24/7 availability to ensure student safety, well-being, and a positive international experience from arrival through departure.

Leaders typically oversee 10–12 students, chaperone travel, and collaborate with local staff and instructors. The position offers leadership growth, cultural immersion, and opportunities to help students become more

Qualifications

• Experience working with high school students in educational, mentoring, coaching, counseling, or leadership capacity.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to youth development, global learning, and intercultural exchange.
• Must be 21+ years of age and able to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Support and mentor students by providing academic, social, emotional, and behavioral support; building positive relationships; and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Monitor student well-being and safety, responding to homesickness, culture shock, conflict, medical concerns, behavioral issues, and other challenges in accordance with CIEE protocols.
• Supervise students and program activities, including excursions, travel, daily operations, and scheduled programming while maintaining accountability, attendance, and compliance with program expectations.
• Build an inclusive, culturally responsive community and facilitate reflection and experiential learning beyond the classroom.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with students, families, instructors, local staff, other Program Leaders, and CIEE colleagues.
• Exercise sound judgment and adaptability, maintaining 24/7 availability, taking initiative, and responding calmly and professionally when challenges arise.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CIEE is seeking Program Leaders to mentor and supervise high school students in summer study abroad programs. This full-time, residential role requires 24/7 availability to ensure student safety, well-being, and a positive international experience from arrival through departure.

Leaders typically oversee 10–12 students, chaperone travel, and collaborate with local staff and instructors. The position offers leadership growth, cultural immersion, and opportunities to help students become more