Host an International High School Exchange Student (Smith County, TX)

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. Students are 14–18 years old and come from countries including France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Poland, Japan, South Korea, China, Brazil, Mexico, and many others.

Responsibilities

• Experience the world without leaving home by opening your home to an international high school student.
• Host a student for a semester or a full school year.
• Attend your local high school with the student.
• Share your culture and traditions with the student.
• Be a true member of the student's family.

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.

Skills

• No specific skills required beyond being a welcoming host.

Benefits

• Experience the excitement of hosting an international student.
• Learn about different cultures and traditions.
• Build lasting friendships with both the student and other hosts.
• Enjoy the benefits of having a new family member in your home.

Pay

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Contact

To learn more or view available student profiles, contact us today. 📞 800-941-3738 🌐 sharesouthwest.org/contact