Area Representative- Cultural Exchange- Granite City Illinois

Pan Atlantic Foundation • Granite City, IL

10d • $1,000 - $20,000

About The Position

Pan Atlantic Foundation is seeking an Area Representative to support international high school student exchanges in Granite City, Illinois, and surrounding communities. The representative is the local point of contact helping connect students with host families, schools, and community resources. The role involves recruiting and preparing host families, building relationships with schools and community organizations, welcoming and supporting students, and completing program documentation and communications.

This is a flexible, part-time opportunity rather than a traditional office position. Work varies throughout the year according to student placements, host-family recruitment, school schedules, and community activities. Some tasks can be completed remotely, while other responsibilities take place locally. The position is a 1099 independent contractor role compensated at $1,000 per successful student placement, with no hourly wage or salaried base. Representatives may also have opportunities to earn international travel experiences. Training and ongoing program support are provided.

Requirements

• Pass required background screening and complete program training.
• Build rapport with families and community members and communicate professionally with parents, teenagers, educators, and organizational leaders.
• Work independently, manage one's own schedule, make phone calls, and initiate conversations with prospective families and schools.
• Handle sensitive situations with maturity and good judgment; follow through on commitments and deadlines.
• Represent Pan Atlantic Foundation in a positive and professional manner.

Nice To Haves

• Connections to local schools, families, youth organizations, civic groups, businesses, churches, community organizations, or other local networks are encouraged.
• Relevant experience may come from education, coaching, recruiting, customer service, sales, youth programs, community organizations, counseling or social services, hospitality, nonprofit work, family services, or volunteer leadership.
• A background in international exchange is not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Promote international student hosting opportunities in the local community and respond to interested individuals and families.
• Meet prospective host families, explain program expectations, complete interviews, assist with the approval process, and maintain regular communication with participating families.
• Develop relationships with local high schools and school personnel, explore student attendance opportunities, and introduce the exchange program to community organizations and groups.
• Welcome students and help them adjust to their new community; maintain regular communication and conduct required supervision visits and monthly check-ins.
• Help students find opportunities to participate in sports, clubs, activities, and community events.
• Serve as a local resource for student and family questions or concerns; communicate significant issues to Pan Atlantic Foundation staff and assist with follow-up.
• Complete required training and program documentation, maintain accurate records of student and host-family contacts, and participate in occasional exchange-related events and activities.
• Communicate consistently with the Pan Atlantic Foundation team.

Benefits

• Flexible part-time opportunity compatible with other employment, family responsibilities, retirement, or other commitments.
• Training and ongoing program support.
• Opportunity to earn international travel experiences through work with Pan Atlantic Foundation.
• Placement-based compensation of $1,000 per successful student placement.

What This Job Offers

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