Visiting Teacher Program Orientation Leader
From AFSWiki
AFS-USA Volunteer Position Description
Visiting Teacher Program Orientation Group Leader
Responsible to: The Visiting Teacher Program Orientation Coordinator
General Description: The Group Leader volunteer is responsible for working with approximately 10 Visiting Teachers for the duration of the orientation leading them through various session content.
Time Required: Length of commitment will vary; orientations vary in length depending on program and size of group. Generally, a commitment of 3-5 days is expected.
Competencies Required:
- Flexible
- Dependable
- Responsible
- Keen organizational skills
- Team oriented
- Comfortable working independently on various key projects
- Ability to maintain open lines of communication with fellow volunteers as well as Sponsored Programs staff
Training:
- No formal prior training is required
Materials/Resources Provided by AFS:
- Volunteer Registration materials & manual available online at afswiki.org
- Orientation volunteer mailings sent prior to the event containing specific event information
- Meals and local transportation during event provided by AFS.
Works with:
- Staff
- Visiting Teacher Program Coordinator
- Volunteer
- Fellow orientation volunteers
Responsibilities:
- Leading a group of approximately 10 Visiting Teachers for duration of the orientation
- Ensuring the safety of Visiting Teachers at all times
- Ensuring the timeliness of Visiting Teachers at all required events
- Ensuring all Visiting Teachers are familiar with the orientation agenda and materials
- Responding to general Visiting Teachers concerns
- Facilitating group discussion during each orientation session
Benefits to Volunteer:
- Develop friendships with participants, volunteers and staff
- Engage in meaningful exchange of ideas with participants about their experiences abroad
- Enhance knowledge and understanding of differing cultures
