Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:

Local Representative (Student Exchange Program)

Position Type: Part-Time / Independent Contractor

Location: [City/Region Name]

Reports To: Regional Director / Area Coordinator

About the Role

The Local Representative plays a vital role in supporting international high school exchange students and host families within their community. This position combines cultural exchange, relationship-building, and community engagement to ensure a positive and enriching experience for both students and hosts.

Key Responsibilities

Recruit & Support Host Families:Identify, interview, and screen potential host families to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for exchange students.

• Student Placement:Match students with suitable host families based on shared interests, values, and compatibility.
• Orientation & Check-ins:Conduct student and host family orientations before and during the exchange year to prepare both parties for cultural adjustment.
• Ongoing Support:Maintain regular contact with students and host families to monitor progress, address concerns, and ensure compliance with program and government regulations.
• Community Outreach:Promote the exchange program locally by networking with schools, churches, and community organizations.
• Reporting:Submit required documentation, progress reports, and updates to the regional office on time.

Qualifications

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Experience working with teens, families, or schools preferred.
• Knowledge of local community resources and schools.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage flexible hours.
• Passion for cultural exchange, global education, and youth development.
• Must be at least 25 years old (per program regulations).
• Ability to pass background screening.

Benefits

Flexible, work-from-home schedule.

• Modest stipend or per-placement compensation.
• Meaningful opportunity to promote cross-cultural understanding.
• Professional development and travel opportunities with the exchange organization.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Work from home

Work Location: Remote

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