What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Coordinator for Au Pair Services position at Agent Au Pair?
The Local Coordinator Network
Our Local Coordinator Network is a diverse, collaborative group of individuals from various professional backgrounds all across the United States.
Each Local Coordinator is a global expert who represents Agent Au Pair and cultural exchange in their community while working part-time from home as an independent contractor and supplementing their income.
What is an au pair?
An au pair is a young person who lives with a host family and provides childcare and in exchange for room and board, and a stipend. Au pairs are between the ages of 18-26, single, and without children. They travel to the USA on a J-1 Visitor Exchange Visa, to immerse themselves in American culture and practice their English. Au pairs are assigned a local coordinator who provides mentorship and guidance in the USA.
What do local coordinators do?
Local Coordinators support American host families and their international au pairs during their 12-month program year together.
LC' s are responsible to monitor the placement of the au pair and provide customer service to the host family while upholding program rules and regulations.
Local Coordinator Primary Responsibilities
- Uphold the U.S. Department of State Au Pair Regulations and philosophies
- Initiate monthly personal contact with each au pair and host family
- Maintain a record of monthly contact and a monthly communication log
- Interview host family members in their home prior to au pair arrival
- Provide feedback on the host’s Household Guide to set them up for a successful program
- Video call the au pair within 48 hours of arrival to ensure their safe arrival
- Facilitate the agency’s orientation process with the host family and the au pair within the first two weeks of arrival
- Conduct fun, engaging monthly meetings your au pair cluster and provide a report with communication logs
- Answer common questions as the main point person for program participants
- Follow our conflict resolution process in case of potential problems
- Facilitate Zoom support calls as assigned by your regional manager
- Promote agency programs within personal networks and community groups
- Refer families to host and earn a $500 referral bonus! *restrictions apply
The Ideal Candidate
- 25 years old
- Must submit and pass a background check
- Must be a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States
- Must live within a one (1) hour drive from job posting location
- Drivers License and access to a personal vehicle
- Access to a personal smartphone and WhatsApp account
- Access to reliable home wifi, laptop and personal Zoom account
- Flexible evening and weekend availability
- Willing to commit to the position for a minimum of one (1) year
- Comfortable working as an independent contractor
- Background in education, ESL, social work, childcare, or parenting a plus
- Passionate about cultural exchange
- English language proficiency; bi-lingual is a plus but not required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to navigate conflict resolution and de-escalate high stress situations
For more information, please visit our website below and apply online:
https://agentaupair.com/local-representative-overview-2-html.html
*Please note that the pay amount listed is a potential number. The amount will vary based on tasks completed.
Next Steps:
- Selected applicants will receive a phone call to discuss the position with our application coordinator, Fritz. For assistance with your application, call 1415-376-0202
- Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a Zoom interview with our hiring manager.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $600.00 - $9,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Wayne, IN 46835 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $600 - $9,000