Volunteer: Help make a dream come true & make a difference: Host an exchange student (Frederick, MD)

Volunteermatch; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate host families in Frederick, MD, to welcome high school exchange students. This rewarding opportunity allows you to share your culture, create lifelong friendships, and promote global awareness. By hosting an exchange student, you play a vital role in their educational journey and foster understanding among different cultures. With flexible scheduling and the support of a dedicated team, you can make a significant impact on a young person's life while enriching your own. If you have a spare bed and an open heart, consider becoming a host family and help make dreams come true!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 25 years old and have a valid driver's license.
• Orientation or training is required for host families.

Responsibilities

• Host high school exchange students and provide a supportive environment.
• Create lasting friendships and promote cultural exchange.

Skills

General Education

English as a Secondary Language (ESL)

Youth Services

Cross-cultural Communication

Relationship Building

Job description

Help make a dream come true & make a difference: Host an exchange student (Frederick, MD)

Share your world, raise global awareness in a personal way, and create friendships for a lifetime by hosting a high school exchange student.

We are CURRENTLY SEEKING host families in FREDERICK, MD and surrounding areas for several fall 2025 exchange students, full year, semester for 5 months, or welcome families! You only need a spare bed and an open heart.

These are just a few:

• Marina from Spain, age 15 - likes skiing, gymnastics, equestrian, and youth group
• Finn from Germany, age 16 - likes American Football, basketball, chess…

About international Experience-USA (iE-USA)

Location:

309 Division St., Suite 201, Northfield, MN 55057, US

Mission Statement

International Experience is a team of dedicated people across the globe who want to promote education across international border lines, help develop learning opportunities, and encourage worldwide understanding, goodwill, and respect for human rights among all races and cultures.

Description

iE-USA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational exchange organization that was founded in 2002. We are devoted to building and strengthening relationships and understanding among the people of the world and believe that learning about other cultures, languages, and customs is the best way to eliminate fears and prejudices. We pride ourselves on providing individual care and direct support to our exchange students, host families, local schools, and iE team members, and we are certified by the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET).

Visit our website to learn more!

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Multiple locations, 21702

SKILLS

• General Education
• English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
• Youth Services
• Cross-cultural Communication
• Relationship Building

GOOD FOR

• Kids
• People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

• Driver's License Needed
• Must be at least 25
• Orientation or Training
• Please note: host families cannot be on any form of public assistance, such as food stamps, welfare, etc.