Campus Manager-Summer

Location: Pasadena, CA • Compensation: $1,500/week + room and board • Applicants must be age 21 or older and legally authorized to work in the U.S.

About the role

EF is the world’s leading educational travel provider with over 55 years of experience. Through our Language Travel Schools, young learners spend 2–4 weeks in North America improving their English skills while participating in a full activity program of sports, discos, parties, excursions, and more. As Campus Manager, you will assume responsibility for the daily operations of the campus, managing and coaching summer staff including Activity Leaders, ESL Teachers, and other team managers. You will assist with student transportation, activity development, student discipline, stock management, and payroll, serving as the main contact for the Regional Operations Manager to ensure students, staff, and local suppliers are accommodated throughout the summer.

Responsibilities

• Managing, coaching, and providing performance evaluations for program staff, including Activity Leaders, Local ESL Teachers, and Senior Staff Managers
• Ensuring the campus is set up (branding, stock, etc.) prior to student and staff arrivals
• Managing staff hours, payroll, and holding weekly staff meetings
• Handling student discipline and behavior concerns
• Being available to work nights and weekends for events such as arrivals, departures, and emergency situations
• Acting as primary liaison with international sales teams to ensure student expectations are met and exceeded
• Ensuring all student paperwork is completed and all EF and local regulations are adhered to
• Managing student arrivals, departures, and special events like orientations and graduation ceremonies

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience
• Administrative experience
• Excels under pressure
• Strong communicator
• Able to work independently and lead a team with little oversight
• Decisive – able to act fast and make informed decisions in the moment
• Passionate about customer service and quality
• Must be legally able to work in the U.S. (or have a work permit) and be age 21 or older

Benefits

• Continuous professional development
• Work in a truly international environment
• Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas, and bring them to fruition
• Potential for future career opportunities with EF
• Purpose-driven, international, and energetic community that thrives on continuous learning, fearless innovation, and mutual support
• Enhanced management knowledge and experience working with an international team
• Improved communication, organizational, and planning skills

Pay

$1,500 per week based on experience, plus room and board.

Schedule

Summer 2027 position; requires availability for nights and weekends for arrivals, departures, events, and emergencies.