PAX Program of Academic Exchange

Community Coordinator (Lancaster) - PAX-Program of Academic Exchange - Lancaster, PA

Lancaster, PA, US

over 1 year ago
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PAX is an international non-profit, working with high school exchange students from 70+ countries! We are hiring for a Community Coordinator to represent PAX in Lancaster, PA. This is your opportunity to get involved in international education, bring the world to your community; make a difference in the lives of courageous international students; and learn more about the world! An ideal coordinator is a motivated self-starter who has worked with/raised teens and wants to make a difference in their community on an international scale! Our most successful coordinators are those who have: · Parented, taught, or worked with teens · Considered hosting or have hosted exchange students before · A passionate "can-do"/self-starter attitude · Excellent communication skills · An international mindset toward what they do · Experience in education, youth counseling · Strong connection to their local community PAX coordinators are integral in connecting the organization with families and schools in their local communities. Typical responsibilities for a PAX coordinator include: · Securing placements with volunteer host families and local high schools for semester and academic year exchange students · Generating interest in your local community and working with volunteer families interested in hosting · Conducting orientations for host families and students · Providing support and guidance as students adjust to cultural differences and their host family environment · Giving your friends, neighbors, community members, and the international students they host the opportunity of a lifetime to share cultures and become family Interested? Head to our website (https://www.pax.org/rep-application) to apply! The position boasts part-time, flexible scheduling, modest compensation on a commission basis, potential for annual international travel perks, and is managed from home. Many coordinators approach the position as a meaningful community service project with benefits, a second job, or an opportunity to pursue their interests and passions while making a contribution to their community. This is an independent contractor position; commission-based compensation is paid per student placed and supervised Job Types: Temporary, Contract, Part-time Benefits: Flexible schedule Referral program Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities Commission pay Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Sales: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Work Location: Multiple locations

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