Assistant Head Coordinator for Japanese High School - San Francisco, United States - GPI US

GPI US
GPI US
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San Francisco, United States

3 weeks ago

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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 discussion.


GPI US is seeking an Assistant Head Coordinator who is interested in creating a positive experience for Japanese high school students learning in the
San Francisco Bay 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 program, including subbing in for the Head Coordinator if necessary
  • Acting as an empowering mentor and role model to Japanese students throughout duration of program
  • Operating effectively in conjunction with the Head Coordinator as a coleader in a team environment
  • Assisting the Head Coordinator with all program logistics, including but not limited to: confirming all transportation, meal, accommodation, and activity reservations, communicating with external service providers and onsite contracted staff, and filling in as discussion leader or other positions if necessary
  • Delegating responsibilities to onsite contracted staff in cooperation with the Head Coordinator
  • Managing coordinators, discussion leaders, and other onsite 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 liaison between Japanese teachers/escorts and GPI US staff
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Being flexible and able to work 10+ hour days during all consecutive 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.
  • Ability to speak English and Japanese is a plus.
  • Applicants must be familiar with the San Francisco Bay 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 40+ Japanese high school students and their Japanese teachers while acting as main contact for all aspects of program.

Compensation:
Ranges depend on the length of the program.


Program SFQ3.24-1

  • Dates: July 21st 28th
  • Location: UC Berkeley

Program SFQ3.24-3

  • Dates: July 23rd 29th
  • Location: UC Berkeley

Program SFQ3.24-4

  • Dates: July 26th 31st (no program on the 28th)
  • Location: UC Berkeley

Program SFQ3.24-5

  • Dates: July 26th
  • August 6th (weekdays only, no program over the weekend)
  • Location: BART accessible downtown SF

Program SFQ3.24-6

  • Dates: July 27th
  • August 4th
  • Location: UC Berkeley

Program SFQ3.24-7

  • Dates: August 6th 13th
  • Location: UC Davis

Job Types:
Part-time, Temporary


Pay:
$ $30.00 per hour


Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

  • San Francisco, CA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person

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