Assistant Head Coordinator for Japanese High School Students

GPI US Assistant Head Coordinator

The mission of GPI US is to empower today’s youth to thrive in a global world through educational study-abroad programs. Our top-quality programs challenge, inspire and educate our students to be better prepared for globalization. Many of our programs deal with global issues, leadership, cross-cultural understanding, problem-solving, and communicative English. We aim to maximize our students’ experiences through thought-provoking seminars, engaging classes, excursions, conversations with peers, and practical discussions.

GPI US is seeking an Assistant Head Coordinator who is interested in creating a positive experience for Japanese high school students learning in the Boston area. Interest in global education and experience working in the travel industry or event planning is a plus.

Duties Include:

• Functioning as assistant to the Head Coordinator and assisting in any necessary manner to ensure successful execution of the program, including subbing in for the Head Coordinator if necessary
• Being an empowering mentor and role model to Japanese students throughout the duration of the program
• Operating effectively in conjunction with the Head Coordinator as a co-leader in a team environment
• Assisting the Head Coordinator with all program logistics, including but not limited to: confirming transportation, meal, accommodation, and activity reservations, communicating with external service providers and on-site contracted staff, and filling in for other positions if necessary
• Delegating responsibilities to on-site contracted staff in cooperation with the Head Coordinator
• Managing coordinators, discussion leaders, and other on-site contracted staff to ensure they are fulfilling their hired role, and establishing/maintaining open communication so everyone knows where to be/when to be there throughout the program
• Maintaining responsive and open communication with GPI Staff throughout the program
• Taking initiative in leading discussions to help students improve communication skills, critical thinking skills, problem-solving skills, cultural and global awareness
• Being confident and working in conjunction with the Head Coordinator to make quick decisions, handle emergencies, and act as a liaison between Japanese teachers/escorts and GPI US staff
• Being flexible and able to work 10 hour days during all program days

Requirements:

• Applicants should have an interest in education, international cultures, global issues, travel, and Japan.
• Applicants should have knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture.
• The ability to speak English and Japanese is a plus.
• Applicants must be familiar with the Boston area and feel confident navigating the public transportation system while leading students.
• Applicants must be confident and responsible for managing university students, guest speakers, facilitators, discussion leaders, and 20 Japanese high school students and their Japanese teachers while acting as the main contact for all aspects of the program.

Program Dates:

Program BQ3.24-1

• July 7 – 13, 2024
• Approximately 8:30 am – 7:30 pm each day

Program BQ3.24-2

• July 11th – 17th, 2024
• Approximately 8:30 am – 7:30 pm each day

Program BQ3.24-3

• July 21st-July 26th, 2024
• Approximately 8:30 am – 7:30 pm each day

Program BQ3.24-8

• July 22 – 30, 2024
• Approximately 8:30 am – 7:30 pm each day

Program BQ3.24-4

• July 26th - August 4th, 2024
• Approximately 8:30 am – 7:30 pm each day

Program BQ324-5

• July 28 – August 3, 2024
• Approximately 8:30 am – 7:30 pm each day

To Apply: Please fill out our application form by visiting the URL below. https://airtable.com/app9ZfhZZLfKXjq7v/shrn1qOCWG0Vvw7QY

Please contact Allison Medoff at allison@gpius.net with any questions.

For more information about GPI US, please visit our website at www.gpius.net.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person