About Student Exchange Australia New Zealand
At Student Exchange we create an environment in which people can and do make a difference. We are committed to attracting, retaining and developing high calibre individuals, responsible for programs that will enrich the lives of young people.
When you choose a career with Student Exchange, you will become a member of a committed team striving to deliver our mission. Student Exchange is an equal opportunity employer and encourages interest from a wide range of applicants.
We are part of Educatius Group
Educatius Group is the world’s largest organization dedicated exclusively to high school programs abroad. We offer programs in 10 countries and recruit students from 50 countries through partners and our own subsidiaries. Our diverse global team shares a passion for education and empowering our students to reach their potential. Since 2003 Educatius has grown immensely and now own 10 brands in 8 countries, with headquarters in Boston, USA and Gothenburg, Sweden. Our sister charitable organization, Aiducatius, works to improve lives through education with children studying in Tanzania, Ecuador and The Gambia.
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Supportive Environment
At Student Exchange we create an environment in which people can and do make a difference. We are committed to attracting, retaining and developing high calibre individuals, responsible for programs that will enrich the lives of young people.
When you choose a career with Student Exchange, you will become a member of a committed team striving to deliver our mission. Student Exchange is an equal opportunity employer and encourages interest from a wide range of applicants.
Student Exchange Australia New Zealand places the safety and wellbeing of our exchange students as its highest priority. We maintain and continually improve a Quality Management System that complies with the requirements of the International Standard ISO 9001. Our objectives are to:
- deliver a safe, secure, and enjoyable experience to student participants
- consistently and efficiently deliver services that comply with confirmed specifications and relevant Child Safety Standards.
At all times, staff must operate in accordance with the Child Safety and Quality Management Policy and in compliance with legislation, regulations, and conditions. All applicants for any role must have a current working with children check and complete a fit and proper person declaration.
Mission
To offer the unique experience of living, studying, and working in another culture and to enable young people to develop the skills and awareness that will enhance their future potential. Experience is everything™.
Core values
The values fostered and supported in our workplace are:
- Openness and Honesty
- Innovation and Creativity
- Responsiveness
- Listening
- Problem Solving
- Ownership & Responsibility
- Teamwork
- Respect
- Communication
- Humour
Student Exchange Australia New Zealand Positions available
The role
Local Coordinators are one of the most important pieces of our company and allows us to provide quality placements and support for our high school students Across Australia & New Zealand. The Local Coordinator, with the support of their Regional Manager, is the “go to” person for the students while they are here to help them adjust to their new life on exchange.
Responsibilities include:
– Finding, interviewing, and screening host families for students coming into their local community. Host families receive a monthly stipend.
– Provide support for students and host families during the school year so that everyone enjoys their experience.
Student Exchange Australia New Zealand supplies training for all Local Coordinators and each Local Coordinator will have a Manager to provide continued training and support.
This job is a casual and voluntary work from home position and perfect for someone looking to earn some additional income while interacting with students from other cultures. Pay is commission based per student placed.
Skills needed:
– Experience working with people, teenagers in particular.
– Ability to network within their community to recruit host families.
– Creativity and persistence.
– Ability to remain neutral in problem solving situations.
– Social media skills (Facebook) a plus.
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To apply: Please email your CV and cover letter to: careers@studentexchange.org.au
