Area Representative- Global Exchange- Trafalgar Indiana

Pan Atlantic Foundation • Trafalgar, IN

8d • $1,000 - $20,000

About The Position

Pan Atlantic Foundation is seeking a community-minded Area Representative to connect international high school students with welcoming host families, local schools, and community opportunities in Trafalgar, Indiana, and surrounding Johnson County areas. The role helps students experience American life, build relationships, participate in school and community activities, and adjust successfully throughout their exchange.

The representative recruits and supports host families, develops relationships with local schools and community organizations, and helps coordinate student enrollment and required documentation. After students arrive, the representative welcomes them, conducts required supervision visits and regular check-ins, supports students and host families with questions or concerns, and communicates significant issues to Pan Atlantic Foundation staff. Training, resources, and ongoing program support, including 24/7 emergency assistance, are provided.

This is a flexible, part-time, 1099 independent contractor opportunity rather than a traditional 9-to-5 job. Some tasks can be completed from home, while others involve meetings, school communications, community events, and student check-ins. Compensation is $1,000 per successful student placement, with no traditional hourly wage or salaried base. Earnings depend on successful placements and program requirements. Qualifying program incentives may provide opportunities to earn international travel.

Requirements

• Be at least 25 years old.
• Successfully complete the required background check.
• Be friendly, dependable, and comfortable meeting new people.
• Be able to build relationships with families and community members.
• Be organized and able to manage responsibilities independently.
• Be comfortable communicating with parents, teenagers, educators, and community leaders.
• Be willing to make phone calls, follow up, and build relationships over time.
• Be able to handle sensitive situations with maturity and good judgment.
• Show interest in cultural exchange and helping young people succeed.
• Show interest in becoming more involved in the local community.
• Demonstrate initiative and consistent follow-through.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in education, recruiting, coaching, customer service, sales, youth programs, nonprofit organizations, hospitality, counseling, family services, or community leadership.
• Local connections with high schools and educators, parent and family networks, youth and sports organizations, churches and faith communities, civic groups, community organizations, local businesses and employers, or community festivals and recreational programs.

Responsibilities

• Share hosting opportunities through social media, personal connections, community groups, and local events.
• Respond to individuals and families interested in the program.
• Meet prospective host families and explain program expectations, commitments, and available support.
• Complete required host family interviews and approval steps.
• Maintain relationships with host families before and during the student's stay.
• Establish relationships with local high schools and school personnel and identify schools interested in welcoming exchange students.
• Communicate with school administrators and counselors, and help coordinate student enrollment and required documentation.
• Build awareness of cultural exchange opportunities in the surrounding area.
• Welcome students and help them connect with their new community.
• Maintain regular communication with students and host families.
• Complete required supervision visits and ongoing check-ins.
• Encourage students to participate in school activities, clubs, sports, and community events.
• Help students and host families address questions or concerns.
• Communicate significant issues to Pan Atlantic Foundation staff and serve as a local resource throughout the exchange experience.

Benefits

• Training, resources, and ongoing support from Pan Atlantic Foundation, including 24/7 emergency assistance.
• Opportunities to earn international travel through qualifying program incentives.
• Flexible schedule and independent work.
• $1,000 per successful student placement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed