Friday, October 29, 2010

Sakura Educational Exchange USA: Temporary Part-Time Positions Available - Cultural Assistant

Sakura Educational Exchange USA, a nonprofit international student exchange organization in Rockville, MD is seeking energetic, international-minded, fun-loving, dedicated people interested in working with visiting Japanese high school students in March 2011

Postion: Cultural Assistant

Dates: 1st Program: TBA- Full Day Orientation in Rockville, MD
TBA- Full day Orientation at Sleep Inn/ Crowne Plaza, Rockville, MD
Tue. March 15, 2011 - Sat. March 28, 2011 - Full time including weekends and lodging in Rockville, MD
Hours: vary depending on the day's activities but basically 24/7 except occasional mornings off

2nd Program: Tue. July 5, 2011- Orientation in Rockville, MD
Wed. July 6, 2011 through Tue. July 12, 2011- Full time 24/7 including lodging in Rockville, MD

Salary: 1st program: $1,000 - $1,300 (total) depending on experience and responsibilities
2nd program: $450 - $550 (total) depending on experience and responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Transport and Set up SEE-USA temporary office at hotel
  • Participate in orientation/training sessions before students arrive
  • Manage his/her assigned group of 10-15 Japanese high school students
  • Participate with the students in all study abroad activities including outings, school visits, sports special events, volunteer projects, English/communication games, meals etc.
  • Initiate conversations, songs, and games in English with the students
  • Study and follow the schedule and assigned activities to your fullest ability
  • Contribute with an energetic spirit and outgoing attitude with a focused direction
Requirements:
  • Completion of at least two years of college/university study
  • Interest in working with high school age international students
  • Openness and sensitivity to cultural differences
  • Flexibility; Ability to work well in a team with leadership qualities
  • Knowledge of camp songs and a willingness to entertain as well as direct the students
  • Outgoing, friendly, cheerful, and highly extroverted personality
Positions available: 13

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