Counselor

Job Description

Are you passionate about inspiring youth? Do you believe experiential education is crucial to growth and development? Travel For Teens staff have the unique opportunity to work with teens in incredible countries all around the globe.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you now!

What we’re looking for in our summer staff
• Passion for experiential learning, travel, and working with teens
• Experience working with youth (12-19 years old)
• Ability to perform as a role model, team-player mentality, responsible, independent problem solver
• Physical and mental stamina
• Willingness to work unusual hours with limited time off

COUNSELOR

Travel For Teens is looking for qualified candidates to be counselors for programs throughout Europe, Oceania, Asia, North America, and Latin America. Potential counselors must be at least 21 years old and preference is given to candidates able to commit to at least two summers. Successful candidates are reliable, passionate about travel and different cultures, and have experience working with youth. All staff must attend mandatory training either in person or virtually in late May or early June 2023.

Responsibilities:
• Ensuring the safety of our group
• Creating and maintaining a positive environment
• Teaching, and infusing knowledge of the locations we travel
• Creating lifelong enjoyable memories
• Keeping a clear line of communication with parents and office staff
• Completing day-to-day tasks that include errands and odd jobs

Qualifications:
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Fluency in English
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and take direction
• Experience and a passion for working with teens
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Travel experience in the locations where we travel
• Ability to drive a 9-15 passenger van for domestic programs
• Ability to work with little time off and limited personal time
• Photography skills are a bonus