Tour Guide

Terradventours; New York (NY); On-site; USD 5,200 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

Terradventours in New York City seeks a bilingual tour guide (English–Spanish) for full-time or part-time work leading walking tours across NYC neighborhoods, delivering engaging historical commentary, and coordinating group logistics.

Candidates must be native or fluent in Spanish and fluent in English, have good knowledge of NYC, and be available to work five days per week. A valid work authorization in the U.S. is required. Training and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Native or fluent Spanish required with ability to lead an entire tour in Spanish.
• Availability to work a complete shift at consistent scheduled times, at least five days per week.
• Knowledge of New York City neighborhoods, history and landmarks.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Experience leading tours or public speaking is valued but not required.
• NYC tour guide license preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication, group management, punctuality, and professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead walking tours in Spanish and English across NYC neighborhoods.
• Deliver engaging historical and cultural commentary.
• Coordinate group logistics to ensure a smooth experience.
• Represent Terradventours with professionalism, energy, and enthusiasm.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Public speaking

Customer service

Job description

Bilingual Tour Guide (English–Spanish) — Full-Time or Part-Time

Terradventours is a leading operator of cultural tours and guided walks in New York City, specializing in immersive experiences across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and other iconic neighborhoods. We are looking for a passionate, reliable bilingual tour guide for a full-time or part-time position.

Applicants must be available to work a complete shift at consistent scheduled times, at least five days per week.

Responsibilities:

• -Lead walking tours in Spanish and English throughout different NYC neighborhoods.
• -Deliver engaging and dynamic historical and cultural commentary.
• -Coordinate group logistics and ensure a smooth, enjoyable experience.
• -Represent Terradventours with professionalism, energy, and enthusiasm.

Requirements:

• Applicants must be available to work a complete shift at consistent scheduled times, at least five days per week.
• NATIVE OR FLUENT SPANISH IS REQUIRED. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO CONFIDENTLY LEAD AN ENTIRE TOUR IN SPANISH. IF YOU DO NOT MEET THIS REQUIREMENT, DO NOT APPLY.
• THE INTERVIEW WILL BE CONDUCTED IN BOTH ENGLISH AND SPANISH, WITH PARTICULAR EMPHASIS ON YOUR ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE CLEARLY AND NATURALLY IN SPANISH.
• IF YOU DO NOT HAVE VALID DOCUMENTATION AUTHORIZING YOU TO WORK IN THE U.S., DO NOT APPLY. DURING HIRING, WE VERIFY THE AUTHENTICITY AND VALIDITY OF YOUR DOCUMENTS THROUGH GOVERNMENT DATABASES.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; verification required.
• Native or fluent Spanish and fluent English, with strong communication skills in both languages.
• Availability to work a complete shift at the same scheduled times, at least five days per week, whether applying for a full-time or part-time position.
• Must live in New York City and have a good knowledge of its neighborhoods, history, and landmarks.
• Previous experience leading tours, speaking in public, or guiding and managing groups is highly valued but not required.
• An NYC tour guide license is preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication, group management, and punctuality.
• A polished, professional appearance.

Employment Type:

Full-time or part-time. Both options require a complete shift at consistent scheduled times, at least five days per week.

Experience Level:

Entry-level to intermediate. Beginners are welcome to apply. Experience in tour guiding, public speaking, or leading groups is an advantage, but it is not required.

Compensation:

Base pay: USD $30–$40 per hour, depending on experience and tour type.

Payment per tour, with the possibility of leading multiple tours in the same day.

Estimated Monthly Earnings:

• Low season: approximately $3,500 per month.
• Shoulder season: approximately $4,500 per month.
• High season: approximately $6,000 per month.

Actual earnings depend on the number of assigned tours, hours worked, and season.

Additional Details:

Training and support throughout the certification process, if needed.A dynamic team environment and opportunities for long-term growth.Consistent scheduled shifts, with a minimum commitment of five days per week. Whatsapp +1 ---------.