Local Coordinator, High School USA- PT Contract

CIEE; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to fostering intercultural understanding as a Local Coordinator! In this role, you'll play a crucial part in connecting international high school students with welcoming host families in your community. Your responsibilities will include recruiting host families, supporting students throughout their exchange experience, and liaising with local schools. This position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. If you are passionate about cultural exchange and community engagement, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Strong social skills and the ability to work well with diverse individuals.
• Creativity and patience are essential for effective coordination.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and select volunteer host families for international students.
• Match students with host families and provide ongoing support.
• Build relationships with local schools and communities.

Skills

Creativity

Social Skills

Problem-Solving

Networking

Communication

Cultural Awareness

Job description

Position: Local Coordinator, High School USA- PT Contract

Department: High School USA

Reports To: Regional Placement Manager

Location: All states

Are you passionate about bringing the world closer together, increasing intercultural awareness, and finding safe and welcoming homes for international exchange students in your community? Work with CIEE as a Local Coordinator!

About the Role

Local Coordinators help coordinate school and volunteer host family placements for international high school students in local communities. Local Coordinators work with regional staff to coordinate, supervise, and support students and families throughout the duration of their exchange program.

What you’ll do:

• Recruit and select volunteer host families in your area
• Match students from around the world with host families
• Build and maintain relationships with local schools
• Recruit local students for high school summer abroad opportunities through CIEE programming
• Provide support/guidance to students and host families throughout the experience
• Serve as a liaison between students, families, schools, and the CIEE support staff

What you’ll bring:

• Creativity, patience, persistence, strong social skills, and the ability to work with all people
• Ability to problem-solve, network, communicate effectively, and act objectively, within CIEE and Department of State guidelines
• An understanding of cultural differences is helpful, as well as a desire to work with international youth
• A desire to share the larger world and bridge cultural understanding domestically and internationally

Training and Support:

CIEE provides comprehensive training for Local Coordinators to prepare them for all aspects of the position including, but not limited to placements, outreach, school relationships, and intercultural training. Regional Managers work directly with Local Coordinators to guide them through initial training modules and provide additional support and training throughout the year.

Hours/ Compensation:

This position is not salaried. Local Coordinators are independent contractors and earn financial compensation in the form of placement fees and bonuses. Compensation is based on each placement and earlier placements earn increased incentives. As a Local Coordinator, you manage your own schedule and have flexible hours. Many of our current Local Coordinators have full-time jobs, are stay-at-home moms and dads, or are retired.

Diversity Matters:

CIEE believes that diversity matters and that professionals with diverse backgrounds provide diverse approaches and ideas to solving problems and finding ways to advance our mission to bring the world together. Candidates from underrepresented groups with diverse backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply.

Due to federal regulations, a background check will be conducted as a condition of being an independent contractor.

Must be 25 years of age to apply!