Host an International High School Exchange Student (Tunica County, MS)

About the role

SHARE! Your Heart & Home with a high school exchange student. Host families and adults are needed to host exchange students for a school year or semester.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and welcoming home environment for an international student.
• Attend orientation sessions with the exchange student.
• Ensure the exchange student attends their local high school classes.
• Help the exchange student adjust to life in the new country and culture.
• Support the exchange student with personal needs and academic assistance.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Willingness to provide a safe and welcoming home environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Availability to host the exchange student for a full school year or semester.

Qualifications

• No criminal record.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Medical insurance coverage.

Skills

• Patience and understanding.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Personal growth through cultural exchange.
• The opportunity to make a difference in someone's life.
• Opportunity to meet new people and build friendships.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

• Health insurance for the exchange student.
• Accommodation provided by SHARE!

Contact

Call or contact us for more information and available student applications. Phone: 800-941-3738. Website: sharesouthwest.org/contact

Watch our video

To learn more about the SHARE! High School Exchange Program, watch our video.