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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Job Title: Area Representative - MUST reside in Rapid City, SD
Job Type: Community Outreach, 1099 freelance, payment per placement (not considered hourly)
Good fit for: Active or retired teachers, coaches, community engagers, seniors, homemakers
Seeking Area Representative:
Have you ever dreamed of a side job that combines the thrill of international travel, the joy of community involvement, and the comfort of working from home?
The ISE Exchange Student Programs is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing individual to join their South Dakota Area Representative team. This unique freelance position offers the perfect blend of flexibility and cultural adventure. Imagine spending 40% of your role in the comfort of your own home, coordinating and planning, while the remaining 60% is dedicated to engaging with your local community recruiting volunteer host families for ISE's August arriving high school exchange students.
You'll have the opportunity to meet new people, share experiences, and make a tangible global impact right from your local neighborhood. This role is perfect for those who have a passion for cultural exchange,and love to earn free international travel.
Our students:
ISE exchange students come from over 60 countries, are aged 14-18, and are thoroughly prepared to integrate into their volunteer host families while attending the nearest public high school for an academic school year. They bring their own spending money and have full medical insurance, and are ready to become a participating member of their American host family. Our hosts are volunteer and provide bed, food and loving support throughout the academic year homestay.
Your Role and Responsibilities
- Engage with Schools and Communities: Collaborate with local high schools to enroll exchange students and emphasize the value of positive cultural diversity in education.
- Recruit Host Families: This program focuses on recruiting and screening host families to house and guide an international student. Area Representatives are provided with comprehensive online training and receive continuous support from an experienced regional manager.
- Provide Ongoing Support: To ensure a successful homestay, the Area Representative maintains regular monthly communication through phone calls and in-person visits. This support helps address any concerns promptly and enhances the overall homestay and school experience for all parties involved.
Perks of the Job
- Work Flexibly from Home: Design a work schedule that suits your lifestyle. Set your own recruitment goals and determine your own paycheck.
- Earn Supplemental Income: Representatives can receive up to $1,600 per exchange student for placement and supervision during the academic year. This incentive is designed to promote early homestay arrangements and facilitate pre-arrival communication between hosts and exchange students.
- Travel Opportunities: Achieve the target of placing eight students by the end of August and join our free team trip to exciting Copenhagen, Denmark in December of 2025 - or cash in option
- Cultural Impact: You’ll find that fostering professional friendships is more accessible than ever. These relationships, near and far, will not only enrich your personal life, but also enhance your professional journey.
Interviews are now being conducted on limited holiday schedule - apply now.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $1,600.00 - $20,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Work from home
Compensation Package:
- 1099 contract
- Bonus opportunities
- Supplemental income
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- On call
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $1,600 - $20,000
