Volunteer: Make A Difference, Wayzata! - Local Coordinator to Exchange Students Ne...

Education Travel & Culture; Wayzata (MN); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established non-profit organization is seeking passionate individuals to serve as Local Coordinators for exchange students in Wayzata. This role offers a unique opportunity to foster cultural exchange and support high school students from around the world. As a Local Coordinator, you will engage with students and host families, providing guidance and support while working flexible hours that fit your schedule. This position allows you to make a significant impact in the lives of young people while enhancing your resume in human services or education. Join us in promoting global understanding and making a difference in your community!

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Experience with High School Exchange Students

Potential Growth into Management Roles

Annual Incentive Trips

Qualifications

• Ability to support students and families effectively.
• Self-motivated, organized, and well-connected within the community.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with exchange students, host families, and local high schools.
• Assist in recruiting volunteer host families through outreach methods.

Skills

Community Engagement

Organizational Skills

Recruitment Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Education or Human Services

Job description

Volunteer: Make A Difference, Wayzata! - Local Coordinator to Exchange Students

Join us to apply for the Volunteer: Make A Difference, Wayzata! - Local Coordinator to Exchange Students role at Education Travel & Culture.

About ETC: Education Travel & Culture (ETC) provides inbound programs for high school students worldwide to study in American high schools and live with American families. Our outbound programs offer students the chance to study abroad. As a non-profit organization, ETC is dedicated to supporting students and host families through a network of local coordinators and staff.

Role Overview:

• Help make a difference in the lives of exchange students by providing support and fostering cultural exchange.
• Offer flexible, supplemental income on a family-friendly schedule (10-20 hours/month).

Perks:

• Experience new cultures and work with high school exchange students.
• Enhance your human services or education resume.
• Enjoy flexible hours and potential growth into management roles.
• Participate in annual incentive trips, including international destinations.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with exchange students, host families, and local high schools, including monthly oversight.
• Receive full training, ongoing support, and guidance from the Field Manager.
• Assist in recruiting volunteer host families through various outreach methods; compensation is per family recruited.

Qualifications:

• Ability to support students and families effectively.
• Self-motivated, organized, and well-connected within the community.
• Valid driver’s license and transportation.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Recruitment skills are a plus.

Additional Details:

This is an independent contractor position, allowing you to work from home on your schedule. Compensation is based on recruitment efforts and student oversight. Open to applicants nationwide who share a passion for promoting global understanding.

If interested, join us in fostering international goodwill and supporting ETC’s mission!