Make a Difference! Become a Local Coordinator for High School Exchange Students

Education Travel & Culture; Staunton (VA); Remote; USD 17,264 - 20,679; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Performance-based incentive trips

Growth into management positions

Cultural exchange experience

Job summary

A nonprofit cultural organization is seeking a Local Coordinator for high school exchange students in Staunton, Virginia. This flexible, part-time role allows you to work from home while playing a crucial part in enriching the lives of young individuals through cultural exchange. Responsibilities include recruiting host families, engaging with students, and representing the organization in the community. The compensation can reach up to $1,700 per student, as well as bonuses and travel incentives, providing a fulfilling and impactful opportunity.

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with exchange students and families.
• Experience in community outreach and relationship building.
• Flexible schedule to manage part-time work.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit qualified host families.
• Engage with local high schools and organize monthly meetings.
• Promote ETC in the community via social media and local media.

Skills

Self-motivated

Networking

Positive impact

Job description

Make a Difference! Become a Local Coordinator for High School Exchange Students

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ETC provides inbound program opportunities for high school students worldwide to study in an American high school and live with an American family. ETC’s outbound program offers students the chance to study and live in a foreign country. Education Travel & Culture is a unique, personalized organization whose first goal is to provide exceptional support for both students and host families through a network of local coordinators and dedicated office staff. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Education Travel & Culture (ETC) is a non‑profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to enriching the lives of young individuals through transformative cultural exchange programs in the United States and abroad. Our goal is to welcome candidates who share our passion for spreading international goodwill and understanding and take pride in being part of our mission.

Qualities We Seek

We are looking for individuals who are self‑motivated, well‑networked within the communities, and eager to make a positive impact. As a Local Coordinator (LC), you play a vital role in expanding our program’s reach, contributing to the success of our mission and ensuring a positive experience for all program participants. Although part‑time, successful local coordinators are enthusiastic about sharing our mission and make the relationship building process a part of their daily life.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit and screen qualified host families. ETC provides training on proven methods for locating high‑quality host families and all marketing materials to use in your recruiting efforts.
• Establish and nurture relationships with potential host families, school administrators, and community influencers.
• Engage in person with exchange students, host families, and local high schools including monthly meetings, group student activities and periodic orientations. ETC provides comprehensive training to support all working with our students and families.
• Represent and promote ETC in your community through social media, email marketing, press releases, local media, and other avenues.

Benefits

• This is an independent contractor position that is family‑friendly, flexible, and complements a busy schedule (10–20 hours/month). Much of your work can be from home and on your own schedule.
• Annual performance‑based incentive trips including international travel opportunities.
• Potential for growth into a management position.
• Learn about a new culture while working alongside high‑school exchange students and their host families.
• Opportunity to mentor and support exchange students and volunteer families throughout the year and feel fulfilled knowing the positive impact you are making.

Compensation

Up to $1,700 (including student placement and oversight) per full‑year student, bonuses as well as travel incentives. NOTE: Salary range is based on average supplemental income per year. However, there is no limit on the amount a local coordinator can earn annually.

• As an independent contractor, you can earn supplemental income based on successful host family recruitment efforts and supporting students while they are here in the U.S.A.
• Ability to earn various bonus and incentives throughout the year.
• Local Coordinators active with ETC for 2+ years can earn additional compensation for recruitment and supervision.
• You can also qualify for the 5–7 day ETC Annual Travel Incentive Trip. Prior incentive trip locations include Italy, Cozumel, Maui, Germany, Costa Rica, Spain, Cancun, Japan and more!

Travel Requirement

• Applicants must have the ability to drive for in‑person visits and therefore must: live within 75 miles of the listed city, have a valid driver’s license.

Hosting an Exchange Student

If you love our mission but the local coordinator role is not the right fit for you at this time, please consider hosting an exchange student. For more information on the hosting opportunity, please email us at [e-mail].

Seniority level

Associate