What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Student Exchange Homestay Coordinator position at ISE Student Exchange Program?
JOIN THE ISE STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM IN OREGON
- Job Type: WFH, freelance, choose your own hours
- Work area: 0-30 miles radius from your home community
- Compensation: fixed per-placement (not wage)
- Good Fit: World travelers, educators, homemakers, community engagers
The ISE Student Exchange Program is presently looking to expand its Area Representative base in the Greater Portland area, and we’re looking for a candidate who is ready to step out from social media promoting, and be more involved in networking student exchange within their local community. This is a WFH role, roughly 2-3 hours weekly community engagement.
About Our In-coming Exchange Students
- 14-18 years old from one of 40 different countries
- Speak English
- Attend nearest public high school to host family
- Have own spending money and medical insurance
- Are ready to become a participating member of an American host family, pitching in on everything from household chores to family discussions!
Enjoy the Freedom of Being an Independent Contractor 1099:
ISE representatives are considered Independent Contractors, so you’ll have the total freedom of determining your own hours of work, scheduling your personal time commitment, and setting your own independent student placement goals. And best of all, ISE stands ready to support you through in-person and online trainings, free downloadable recruitment materials, and access to August arriving exchange students who are ready to be matched with volunteer American host families. It’s truly a professionally fun and culturally rewarding role that offers supplemental income and free international travel perks!
Required Duties:
- Training and Certification: You'll complete our free online trainings and the State Department Certification program.
- Host Family Vetting: This process includes conducting in-person interviews and home visits to assess the suitability of the host family.
- Regular In-Person Check-ins: Conduct in-person contact with both the host family and the student at least six times during the homestay. These interactions foster strong relationships and provide opportunities to address any concerns promptly.
- Support and Guidance: You will be the key go-to person for both the student and the host family during the school year, and you will assist with immersion challenges and answer program questions.
- Documentation and Communication: You’ll maintain regular contact with your ISE manager through detailed supervision reports, as well documenting the exchange student's progress in school, their social interactions, and their overall adjustment to the homestay environment.
Qualifications
- Mature adults holding excellent character standing in his/her community
- Globally minded candidate who enjoys free international group travel!
- Experience working with high school age students, preferably in an educational or international setting
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a remote team environment
- Experience in recruiting, educating, or managing volunteers, an asset
- Social media savvy individuals (a plus)
Compensation:
Per-placement compensation (not weekly or hourly wage) $550.00 - $1,400.00 per year. You set your own paycheck. Make it a side gig or a full time career – you decide!
Apply today to join the Oregon team of ISE Representatives and we’ll schedule an interview.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: Up to $25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
- Work from home
Compensation Package:
- 1099 contract
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Supplemental income
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $550 - $1,400
