Local Coordinator High School Exchange Students

Make a Difference! Become a Local Coordinator for High School Exchange Students

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Education Travel & Culture (ETC) provides inbound program opportunities for high school students from around the world to study in an American high school and live with an American family, while our outbound program offers students the chance to study and live abroad. ETC is a unique, personalized organization whose first goal is to provide exceptional support for both students and host families through a network of local coordinators and dedicated office staff.

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Join Education Travel & Culture (ETC), a 501(c)(3) non‑profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of young individuals through transformative cultural exchange programs in the United States and abroad. We welcome candidates who share our passion for spreading international goodwill and understanding.

We are looking for individuals who are self‑motivated, well‑networked within their communities, and eager to make a positive impact. As a Local Coordinator (LC), you play a vital role in expanding our program’s reach, contributing to our mission’s success, and ensuring a positive experience for all participants. Though part‑time, successful local coordinators are enthusiastic about sharing our mission daily.

• Identify, recruit, and screen qualified host families with training and marketing materials provided by ETC.
• Establish and nurture relationships with potential host families, school administrators, and community influencers.
• Engage in person with exchange students, host families, and local high schools, including monthly meetings, group student activities, and periodic orientations. Training is provided for all interactions.
• Represent and promote ETC in your community through social media, email marketing, press releases, local media, and other avenues.

• Independent contractor position that is family‑friendly, flexible, and complements a busy schedule (10‑20 hours/month). Much of your work can be from home.
• Annual performance‑based incentive trips including international travel opportunities.
• Potential for growth into a management position.
• Learn about a new culture while working alongside high‑school exchange students and their host families.
• Opportunity to mentor and support exchange students and volunteer families throughout the year and feel fulfilled by the positive impact you are making.

Up to $1,700 (including student placement and oversight) per full‑year student, bonuses as well as travel incentives.

NOTE:

Salary range is based on average supplemental income per year. There is no limit on the amount a local coordinator can earn annually.

• As an independent contractor, you can earn supplemental income based on successful host family recruitment and student support.
• Ability to earn various bonuses and incentives throughout the year.
• Local Coordinators active with ETC for 2+ years can earn additional compensation for recruitment and supervision.
• Eligible for the 5–7 day ETC Annual Travel Incentive Trip. Prior Incentive trip locations include Italy, Cozumel, Maui, Germany, Costa Rica, Spain, Cancun, Japan, and more!

Applicants must be able to drive for in‑person visits. Must live within 75 miles of the listed city and have a valid driver’s license.

• Live within 75 miles of listed city.
• Have a valid driver’s license.

If you love our mission but the local coordinator role is not a fit at this time, consider hosting an exchange student. For more information, please email us at support.