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EF High School Exchange Year
Welcome Camp 2026 – Wellness Coordinator EF High School Exchange Year is seeking positive, energetic, and responsible individuals to work with international high‑school exchange students at its Welcome Camp program held on the EF Academy campus in Thornwood, NY. EF Welcome Camp provides participants with a memorable New York City experience, valuable communication skills, and strong bonds with other exchange students before they embark on their high‑school exchange year.
The Ideal Candidate
Has the desire to work with teens
Has an exceptional ability to assess interpersonal dynamics
Has a high emotional intelligence and empathy
Has experience working with a culturally diverse population
Is highly organized and has experience working with a large‑scale student program
Enjoys problem‑solving, is solutions‑oriented and remains calm in fluid situations
Is able to work with many stakeholders, while putting the needs of the program first
Is enthusiastic, patient, creative, flexible and has a great sense of humor
Is an exceptional team‑player and enjoys working with dynamic colleagues
Main Responsibilities Assist with supervision of students during their stay on campus and provide direct support to students as needed on topics such as homesickness, language concerns, and wellbeing. Communicate with EF staff on‑site and partners to relay support updates. Additional responsibilities include supporting the operations team (purchasing supplies, dealing with lost luggage, organizing materials), assisting with the Welcome Desk, traveling to Manhattan, NY on field trips, transporting students to urgent care or hospital, and participating in emergency response procedures as assigned. Must have a valid driver’s license and be comfortable driving in and around New York City.
Schedule
Senior Staff arrivals: July 12
Senior Staff training: July 13‑16
All‑Staff Training: July 17‑22
Week 1: July 23‑28
Week 2: July 30‑Aug 4
Week 3: Aug 6‑11
Week 4: Aug 13‑18
Staff departures: Aug 19
Compensation and Benefits The Wellness Coordinator position is part of our Senior Staff and is available for the full duration of the summer season. The role is estimated to work around 45‑60 hours per week at
$17/hour , with any overtime paid at time and a half. All summer staff receive room and board for the program’s duration. All staff are required to complete two online training modules to familiarize themselves with the EF High School Exchange Year program and attend a training prior to students’ arrival.
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Wellness Coordinator
role at
EF High School Exchange Year
Welcome Camp 2026 – Wellness Coordinator EF High School Exchange Year is seeking positive, energetic, and responsible individuals to work with international high‑school exchange students at its Welcome Camp program held on the EF Academy campus in Thornwood, NY. EF Welcome Camp provides participants with a memorable New York City experience, valuable communication skills, and strong bonds with other exchange students before they embark on their high‑school exchange year.
The Ideal Candidate
Has the desire to work with teens
Has an exceptional ability to assess interpersonal dynamics
Has a high emotional intelligence and empathy
Has experience working with a culturally diverse population
Is highly organized and has experience working with a large‑scale student program
Enjoys problem‑solving, is solutions‑oriented and remains calm in fluid situations
Is able to work with many stakeholders, while putting the needs of the program first
Is enthusiastic, patient, creative, flexible and has a great sense of humor
Is an exceptional team‑player and enjoys working with dynamic colleagues
Main Responsibilities Assist with supervision of students during their stay on campus and provide direct support to students as needed on topics such as homesickness, language concerns, and wellbeing. Communicate with EF staff on‑site and partners to relay support updates. Additional responsibilities include supporting the operations team (purchasing supplies, dealing with lost luggage, organizing materials), assisting with the Welcome Desk, traveling to Manhattan, NY on field trips, transporting students to urgent care or hospital, and participating in emergency response procedures as assigned. Must have a valid driver’s license and be comfortable driving in and around New York City.
Schedule
Senior Staff arrivals: July 12
Senior Staff training: July 13‑16
All‑Staff Training: July 17‑22
Week 1: July 23‑28
Week 2: July 30‑Aug 4
Week 3: Aug 6‑11
Week 4: Aug 13‑18
Staff departures: Aug 19
Compensation and Benefits The Wellness Coordinator position is part of our Senior Staff and is available for the full duration of the summer season. The role is estimated to work around 45‑60 hours per week at
$17/hour , with any overtime paid at time and a half. All summer staff receive room and board for the program’s duration. All staff are required to complete two online training modules to familiarize themselves with the EF High School Exchange Year program and attend a training prior to students’ arrival.
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