Visiting Teacher Program Orientation Logistics Volunteer
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AFS-USA Volunteer Position Description
Visiting Teacher Program Orientation Logistics Volunteer
Responsible to: Visiting Teacher Orientation Coordinator
General Description: The orientation logistics volunteer will work with AFS staff and volunteers on-site and/or off-site during the length of the End-of Stay (June) and Arrival (August) Orientations for the Visiting Teachers in NY. Assist in a variety of projects including airport coordination, on-site event planning and off-site logistical planning.
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:
- Directing Visiting Teachers at the airport as they arrive/depart
- Checking on flight times
- Assisting Visiting Teachers with shuttles/busses
- Aiding in a various on-site projects
- Setting up/working at the registration and/or departure desk
- Organizing travel information
- Sorting passports/international flight information
- Providing general logistical guidance to all Visiting Teacher and fellow volunteers
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
