Flexible Opportunity Working with Teens & Local Families

October 7, 2026

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This opportunity involves actively reaching out in your community to find host families for international high school exchange students.

If you enjoy talking to people, building relationships, and making things happen locally, keep reading.

Description

This is not a behind-the-scenes opportunity. It’s for someone who is comfortable reaching out, starting conversations, and staying persistent.

As a Local Coordinator, you’ll connect international high school students with volunteer host families in your local area and support them throughout the school year.

Aspect Foundation is a non-profit organization that has been leading high school international exchange programs for over 40 years. We work with students from over 50 countries who come to the U.S. to attend a local high school and live with a host family.

About the Opportunity

A big part of this opportunity is reaching out locally to find and connect with potential host families. This could include talking to people in your network, sharing the opportunity in your community, and building relationships with local schools and families.

You will:

reach out in your community to share the opportunity of hosting an exchange student
connect with local families, schools, and community members
support and guide host families and students throughout the program
help create a positive and welcoming experience for everyone involved

This opportunity is a great fit if you:

enjoy talking to people and building relationships
feel comfortable starting conversations and following up
are active in your community (schools, sports, local groups, etc.)
don’t get discouraged if someone says no
are organized and follow through on commitments
have an interest in working with teens and different cultures

What We Offer

set your own hours
work from home with the option to be active in your local community
training and ongoing support
the opportunity to build meaningful connections locally and internationally
performance-based incentives and travel opportunities

Basic requirements to apply:

age 25 or older
authorized to work in the USA
ability to pass a criminal background check
valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
access to a computer/tablet and basic tech skills

Ready to apply?

Learn more and apply here:

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $1,350.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Referral program

Application Question(s):

Do you have reliable transportation for school visits and home checks?

Are you willing to complete a background check?

What kind of experience (if any) do you have working with youth, students, or families?

What makes you most excited to work with international exchange students?

Would you consider hosting an international high school exchange student in your own home as part of getting started as a Local Coordinator?

Work Location: Remote

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