Flight Chaperone Recruitment

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AFS-USA Volunteers encouraged to apply to be a 2011 Flight Chaperone

As many of you may be aware, each year AFS-USA offers volunteers and staff members the opportunity to chaperone our returning and arriving sending program participants to and from the US. Being selected as a chaperone is an opportunity for AFS-USA volunteers to be honored by their fellow volunteers for their service and dedication to the organization.

The primary responsibility of the flight chaperone is the welfare of participants traveling on these international and domestic flights. Chaperoning can add an even greater benefit for the volunteer - an opportunity to travel abroad, at little cost, to interact with some of our participants, and to learn about the culture of that country. Some of the trips include participation in the Gateway orientations and other special requirements. Selected chaperones will be kept on the list for all opportunities during the year. Names will be removed from the list of potential chaperones if two flights are turned down due to country offered. Applicants can turn down flights due to scheduling or time of year issues.

The chaperone flights that are offered vary each year and some have additional requirements. The chaperone flights may include:

Annual Core program flights
Annual Sponsored program flights
Flights with additional requirements including orientation participation
Special flights
Flights of an emergency nature

Eligibility - Please read carefully to ensure you meet the requirements.

• Have been a registered AFS-USA volunteer for at least two years.
• Currently registered as an AFS-USA Volunteer.
• Be at least 25 years old.
• Have a current, valid passport.
• Have experience as a chaperone or in a related role.
• Have international travel experience and ability to deal with unexpected travel situations
• Have ability to relate to teens
• Have skills in problem solving, organizing and flexibility.
• Be open to new experiences.
• Be available to travel

Submit Chaperone Application and two references completed by the reference (one must be from an AFS volunteer) to volrecognition@afsusa.org. Chaperone flight lists will be developed based on an evaluation of applicants at least twice a year if flights are available.

See Also: Flight Chaperone for more information including countries and deadlines.