Cultural Exchange Program Manager (Education)

Position Overview:

You will be able to support TPG teachers in various Florida school districts. This position is remote but does require the use of a vehicle to visit school sites.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• You will serve as a key member of our team on the ground in the United States, coordinating with our team members both domestically and internationally
• There will be some domestic travel required to school districts within a three-hour drive of your location. Trips will be planned, but comfort driving and flexibility with travel are important.
• You will serve as a primary coordinator between principals in the United States, our team, and the teachers. You will need to be quick with phone & email, thorough, and organized to keep the process moving forward
• You will be working with teachers from all over the world. You must be comfortable speaking to people from many different backgrounds, engaging with them, and getting to know them as you guide them through this process. Patience and kindness are the most important characteristics you can possess.
• You will act as a resource for teachers, answering questions and helping support them throughout arriving in the United States, finding housing, and settling into school. You will act as a guide and sounding board for these teachers. You will need to build strong relationships with them by listening and caring.
• You will assist teachers with developing classroom management plans and strategies appropriate to the individual school and wider district discipline progression plan

Summer

• This position will be busiest in the summer months when we prepare for the teachers’ arrival and then support their transition in July, August, and September.

Academic Year

• You will be spending significant time using online tools such as Gmail, Google Drive, Asana, Microsoft Office Suite, MailChimp, Adobe e-sign, and others.
• Informally observe (non-evaluative) lessons and provide feedback for a teacher's professional growth and students' success
• Provide feedback and resources to teachers struggling with classroom management
• Build strong relationships with TPG teachers and administrators
• Perform other duties and responsibilities related to instruction and classroom management in all content areas as assigned by supervisor.

*Applicants outside of the Orlando Metropolitan area will not be considered.

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in client communication.
• Track record of providing excellent client service within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Service-oriented with the ability to resolve and troubleshoot issues.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software programs.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
• Experience working in Florida Public Schools is a plus
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of effective technology usage and immersion
• Ability to work with highly diverse populations
• Ability to assist TPG teachers in providing appropriate educational opportunities for children
• Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and assignments
• Driver’s license
• Reliable transportation

Supervisor Responsibility:

None

Workplace Environment:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to stand, sit, or walk for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to reach with hands and arms routinely
• Ability to bend, stoop, carry, push, or pull
• Ability to carry furniture such as tables and chairs, supplies, and materials
• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds routinely and 30 pounds occasionally

*Applicants outside of the Orlando Metropolitan area will not be considered.