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EF Education First
Thornwood, NY
EF High School Exchange Year is seeking positive, energetic, and responsible individuals to work with international high school exchange students at its Welcome Days program held on the EF Academy campus in Thornwood, NY. EF Welcome Days provides participating exchange students with a memorable New York City experience, valuable communication skills, and strong bonds with other exchange students before they embark on their high school exchange year. The ideal candidate: Has the desire and ability to work with teenagers Is able to lead small group activities and is comfortable leading in a classroom setting Has a passion for cultural exchange, travel, and education Is enthusiastic, patient, creative, flexible and has a great sense of humor Has a “nothing is impossible” attitude and is willing to go the extra mile to give students the best possible start to their exchange year Has exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions quickly Has stamina to work in a fast-paced program that includes some late night and early morning shifts Is comfortable in an airport/ assisting students with check-in processes Is familiar with the exchange student experience and community If 21+, has driver's license and would b e comfortable driving a minivan or 15-passenger van Must have high school diploma, GED, or equivalent at time of applying Group Leaders will guide approximately 20 students through hands-on orientation activities and classroom content, supervise students on a trip to Manhattan, assist with student arrivals and departures, and overall help students feel reassured and excited about their exchange year . EF Welcome Days is broken up into six (6) sessions and includes Senior Staff and all-staff trainings as detailed below. You must be able to attend at least the first five sessions of Welcome Days; considerations may be made for special circumstances . Preference will be given to candidates who can attend all sessions. Group Leaders arrive: July 10 All-Staff Training: July 11 - July 15 Session 1: July 16 - July 19 Session 2: July 23 - July 26 Session 3: July 30 - August 2 Session 4: August 6 - August 9 Session 5: August 13 - August 16 Session 6: August 20 - August 23 Staff departures: August 24 Group Leaders are estimated to work around 40- 50 hours per week at $16/hour, with any overtime hours being paid at time and a half. Group Leaders are responsible for their transportation to and from the Welcome Days location. All summer roles are provided room and board for the duration of the program. Group Leaders are required to complete two online training modules to familiarize themselves with the EF High School Exchange Year program and attend a training prior to students’ arrival . About EF Education First Some companies are in the Business of Technology. Others are in the Business of Finance...Sports...Or Soft Drinks. At EF, we’re in a different kind of business. One that’s a little less tangible, and a lot more important. We’re in the Business of Understanding. For over 60 years we’ve been the leader in international educational programs and culturally rich travel experiences with the power to change how people think, feel and act. The programs we deliver open the world to students and travelers in ways that challenge biases, overcome barriers, and pave the way for a more understanding world. You’ll find us working across more than 50 countries, with offices in some of the world’s greatest cities - each one filled with smart, driven people who push each other to be better every day. And yes, we have technology, we have finance, we even have sports with our own professional cycling team. But it’s what we do with it - building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better world...that makes all the difference.
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Campus Operations Coordinator
EF Education First
Thornwood, NY
EF High School Exchange Year is seeking positive, energetic, and responsible individuals to work with international high school exchange students at its Welcome Days program held on the EF Academy campus in Thornwood, NY. Welcome Days provides participants with a memorable New York City experience, valuable communication skills, and strong bonds with other exchange students before they embark on their high school exchange year. The ideal candidate: Is comfortable liaising with facilities staff, ensuring that the needs of the program are met and that relationships are maintained Has an exceptional ability to assess interpersonal dynamics between staff for the purpose of building cohesive teams Has a high emotional intelligence Is highly organized and has experience working with a large-scale student program Enjoys problem solving, is solutions-oriented and remains calm in fluid situations Proficient to Advanced skill level in Microsoft Suite, especially Excel Is able to work with many stakeholders, while putting the needs of the program first Is solutions-oriented in managing a time-sensitive workload Has experience working with and managing a predominantly intern-level staff Is enthusiastic, patient, creative, flexible and has a great sense of humor Is an exceptional team-player and enjoys working with dynamic colleagues Is equipped to work late hours (past midnight) 1x per week or more Must have high school diploma, GED, or equivalent at time of applying Main responsibilities of the Campus Operations Coordinator include communicating program needs with facilities staff and campus partners, managing rooming assignments and space bookings , handling the distribution of all keys, meal planning, assisting with oversight of student transportation on arrivals / departures and NYC trip day , ensuring that the campus is ready for each group of students, and helping all staff feel supported in their roles. Must have valid driver’s license and be comfortable driving a minivan and 15-person van. EF Welcome Days is broken up into six (6) sessions and includes Senior Staff and all-staff trainings as detailed below. Senior Staff arrivals: July 6 Senior Team training: July 7 - July 10 All-Staff Training: July 11 - July 15 Session 1: July 16 - July 19 Session 2: July 23 - July 26 Session 3: July 30 - August 2 Session 4: August 6 - August 9 Session 5: August 13 - August 16 Session 6: August 20 - August 23 Staff departures: August 24 The Campus Operations Coordinator position is a part of our Senior Staff, who are collectively responsible for the smooth operation of a fast-paced and ever-changing summer program. All Senior Staff candidates must be available for the full duration of our summer season. The Campus Operations Coordinator is e stimated to work around 45- 60 hours per week at $18/hour, with any overtime hours being paid at time and a half. All summer staff are responsible for their transportation to and from the Welcome Days locatio n and are provided room and board for the duration of the program. All staff are required to complete two online training modules to familiarize themselves with the EF High School Exchange Year program and attend a training prior to students’ arrival. About EF Education First Some companies are in the Business of Technology. Others are in the Business of FinanceSportsOr Soft Drinks. At EF, we’re in a different kind of business. One that’s a little less tangible, and a lot more important. We’re in the Business of Understanding. For over 60 years we’ve been the leader in international educational programs and culturally rich travel experiences with the power to change how people think, feel and act. The programs we deliver open the world to students and travelers in ways that challenge biases, overcome barriers, and pave the way for a more understanding world. You’ll find us working across more than 50 countries, with offices in some of the world’s greatest cities - each one filled with smart, driven people who push each other to be better every day. And yes, we have technology, we have finance, we even have sports with our own professional cycling team. But it’s what we do with it - building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better worldthat makes all the difference.
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