Host an International High School Exchange Student (Clinton County, MO)
ERDT/SHARE! is a global non-profit educational foundation established in 1974. It provides international student exchange services to host families and international teens. SHARE! Your Heart & Home with a high school exchange student.
Host an international exchange student!
- Host families and adults are needed to host exchange students for a school year or semester.
About the role
SHARE! students, boys and girls aged 15-18 from countries such as France, Germany, Spain, China, Brazil, Poland, Italy, Mexico, Japan, and South Korea, are looking for a family or adult to host them. These students speak English, have medical insurance, and funds for personal expenses. They will attend their host family's local high school and aim to become part of your family.
Requirements
- Diverse backgrounds including traditional two-parent families, single parents, retired couples, and empty-nesters can all be wonderful host families.
Benefits
- Share in the cultural experiences of international students.
- Provide a safe and welcoming environment for young people from different cultures.
- Learn about different languages and customs.
Contact
To learn more about the SHARE! High School Exchange Program, call or contact us at 800-941-3738 or visit sharesouthwest.org.
Schedule
The program runs for a school year or semester, depending on the student's needs.
Pay
No pay is provided for hosting SHARE! students.
Qualifications
- Willingness to open your home and heart to a new friend.
- Ability to provide a safe and comfortable living environment.
- Interest in learning about and sharing different cultures.
Skills
- Open-mindedness.
- Patience.
- Flexibility.
Benefits
- Personal growth through cultural exchange.
- Opportunity to build lasting friendships.
- Enhanced understanding of global issues.
Watch our video
To learn more about the SHARE! High School Exchange Program, watch our video here.