High School International Area Representative

Pan Atlantic Foundation • Waco, TX

1d • $1,000 - $20,000 • Remote

About The Position

The International Area Representative recruits host families for international high school exchange students, guides families through the application and orientation process, and supports host families and students throughout the student’s stay. The role involves building relationships with local schools and the community, conducting home visits and interviews, and documenting activity in an online system. It is a flexible, part-time 1099 position designed to fit around existing responsibilities, 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 in the assigned area.
• Build and maintain relationships with local schools to raise awareness of exchange opportunities.
• Promote exchange programs through community outreach and engagement.
• 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.
• Conduct monthly check-ins with host families and students by phone or in-person visits.
• Accurately document interactions, check-ins, and progress reports in the online system.

What This Job Offers

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