Local High School International Area Representative

Pan Atlantic Foundation • Tallahassee, FL

1d • $1,000 - $20,000 • Remote

About The Position

The International Area Representative supports a high school exchange program by recruiting host families, guiding them through application and orientation, and providing ongoing support throughout a student's stay. The role involves community engagement, relationship-building with local schools and families, and documenting interactions and progress in an online system. It is described as a flexible, part-time 1099 role with remote work available and local travel required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with families, schools, and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Comfort conducting in-home visits and interviews.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliable transportation for local travel to schools and host family homes.
• Basic computer literacy for online documentation and applications.
• Proficiency with online application systems and digital documentation tools.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace applications.
• Comfort using smartphones or tablets for check-ins and reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in education, community outreach, or customer service.
• Familiarity with international education or cultural exchange programs.
• Experience working with schools or educational institutions.
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities.
• Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet for remote coordination.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit prospective host families within the assigned area.
• Build and maintain relationships with local schools to raise awareness of student exchange opportunities.
• Promote exchange programs through community outreach and engagement activities.
• Guide prospective host families through the online application process.
• Conduct in-home interviews with prospective host families and verify references.
• Facilitate host family orientations before student arrival.
• Perform monthly check-ins with host families and students by phone or in-person visits.
• Document interactions, check-ins, and progress reports accurately in the online system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED