Host an International High School Exchange Student (Hancock County, IN)

About the role

SHARE! High School Exchange Program is seeking caring individuals and families to host international exchange students for a semester or a full school year.

Responsibilities

• Experience the world without leaving home by opening your home to a high school exchange student.
• Host a student who is 14–18 years old and comes from countries including France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Poland, Japan, South Korea, China, Brazil, Mexico, and many others.
• Be part of a student's cultural exchange, allowing them to share their own culture and traditions while experiencing American family life.
• Ensure the student has comprehensive medical insurance and spending money for personal expenses.
• Screen and select students before they arrive in the United States.

Requirements

• Have a caring heart.
• Have a stable home.
• Be willing to welcome a student into your family.

Qualifications

• Two-parent families (with or without children).
• Single parents.
• Single adults.
• Retired couples.
• Empty nesters.

Benefits

• Experience the joy of hosting an international student and sharing their culture.
• Learn about different cultures and lifestyles firsthand.
• Enhance your child's social skills and understanding of diversity.
• Enjoy the company of a new family member and the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life.

Pay

No pay is provided for this program.

Schedule

The schedule for the exchange program varies based on the duration of the stay (semester or full school year), but typically includes attending local high school classes and participating in family activities.

Contact

To learn more or view available student profiles, contact us today.

Phone: 800-941-3738

Website: www.sharesouthwest.org/contact