Homestay Inquiry Specialist; Los Angeles, CA

Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Compensation: $20/hour + Quarterly Incentive Plan

Hours: 20 hours per week. Mostly during evenings (4pm-8pm), with flexibility to work during the mornings/afternoons occasionally during the weekdays and Saturdays as needed.

Location: Los Angeles County, CA

About APEX International Education Partners

Established in 2011, APEX International Education Partners helps U.S. secondary schools recruit and support international students, promoting diversity and cultural awareness. We provide international students with the support needed to thrive academically, socially, and culturally while studying in the U.S.

Our portfolio includes private day schools across the U.S., a dormitory in Connecticut, and host families who ensure the well-being and success of students. We are committed to guiding students through both their academic and social experiences, ensuring a seamless integration into American culture.

About the Role

APEX is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Homestay Inquiry Specialist to join our Homestay Program Team on a part-time basis. This role is instrumental in growing our network of host families by engaging with prospective hosts and supporting program visibility and outreach efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries from individuals interested in hosting international students via phone, email, and online platforms
• Follow up with potential host family leads and guide them through the application and vetting process
• Promote the APEX Homestay Program, including the Apex Referral Program, through digital and community-based marketing efforts
• Manage, scrub, and update lead records daily using Salesforce
• Distribute promotional materials such as yard signs and brochures to increase local visibility and community engagement
• Identify, coordinate and attend marketing/recruitment events (ie. school open houses, community events, town halls, etc.) in an effort to attract new Host Families.
• Support overall team goals and contribute to the mission of the APEX Homestay Program

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel;
  Salesforce experience a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Associate's degree preferred
• Ability to quickly learn and clearly explain program details and processes
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Flexible and adaptable within a growing organization
• Comfortable working with multicultural teams and communities
• Available to work weekday evenings and Saturdays as needed

Compensation, Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $20/hr.
• Incentive Plan: ($25 per new Host Family & Student Match - details apply)
• 401K Plan

How to Apply

To apply , please submit your resume outlining your experience and qualifications relevant to this position at:

APEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.