APEX was established in 2011 to assist U.S. secondary educational institutions with the recruitment and hosting of international students. Our goal is to promote greater diversity in U.S. high schools, facilitate cultural awareness amongst American and international students, and ease the process of living and learning abroad.
Through the years, APEX has created a portfolio of 100+ private and parochial day schools located exclusively in Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, California, Rhode Island, a dormitory in Connecticut, and 300 host families that oversee the well-being, care, safety and education of over 400 international students annually. Our program ensures that students will succeed not only academically, but also socially while integrating into the American culture and education system.
HOMESTAY INQUIRY SPECIALIST
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
APEX is seeking a part-time employee to fulfill the position of Homestay Inquiry Specialist. The Homestay Inquiry Specialist is an integral member of the APEX Homestay Program Team. Responsibilities include:
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Fielding, responding, and following up with potential homestay leads interested in hosting an international student
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Marketing and promoting the APEX Homestay Program by promoting the Apex Referral Programs
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Daily scrubbing and updating leads in Salesforce
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Supporting the overall mission of the APEX Homestay Program
QUALIFICATIONS
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Excellent computer, typing, e-mailing and writing skills - intermediate Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel proficiency required
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Associates Degree Preferred
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Ability to learn, understand and explain the Homestay Program and vetting process to interested individuals
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Persistent and motivated attitude to accomplish given tasks with attention to detail
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Self-motivated and independent attitude to accomplish tasks with minimal oversight and supervision
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Excellent organization and multi-tasking skills
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Flexibility and willingness to adapt to change in a young but growing company
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Availability on weekday evenings and Saturdays when needed
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Ability to work well cross-culturally with multinational staff
COMPENSATION: Hourly $16-$18/hr (DOE) + Quarterly Incentive Plan ($25 per new Host Family & Student Match - details apply) + 401K (after 1 year of service)
JOB TYPE: Part-time, Non-exempt, Hourly
HOURS: 20-25 hours per week. Typical schedule: M-F, 4PM- 8PM, with additional hours during the week and Saturdays as needed.
WORK LOCATION: Remote