Local Program Coordinator (Menlo Park)

InterExchange is a well-established private nonprofit organization with over five decades of experience dedicated to promoting international cultural exchange, understanding, and global competence. As a leader in the field, InterExchange administers several prestigious J-1 Visa exchange programs, including Au Pair USA, Work & Travel USA, Camp USA, and Career Training USA. These programs connect young people worldwide with host families in the United States, facilitating mutual cultural enrichment, personal growth, and professional development. The organization operates from its New York headquarters and collaborates closely with international agencies and U.S. government bodies to ensure high standards and impactful experiences. InterExchange is deeply committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity, fostering vibrant and collaborative communities that embrace participants from all walks of life regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other factors. The organization’s mission is grounded in advancing cross-cultural exchange as a path to global understanding and respect through meaningful work and training opportunities in the U.S. and abroad. The role of Local Coordinator for the Au Pair USA program offers a unique, flexible part-time opportunity primarily based in the Menlo Park area (ZIP code 94025), ideal for individuals enthusiastic about cultural exchange, community involvement, and childcare. As a Local Coordinator, you will act as the essential local support and liaison between au pairs and host families, providing mentorship, resources, and problem-solving assistance year-round. This position blends remote administrative tasks with engaging in-person responsibilities such as interviews, orientations, and organizing cultural events, creating a hybrid work model that leverages local knowledge and interpersonal skills. The Local Coordinator fosters relationships, facilitates conflict resolution, and mobilizes grassroots marketing efforts to grow the community of host families within a 60-mile radius of Menlo Park. This position not only offers financial compensation with monthly payment schedules ranging typically between $30 and $40 per hour based on task completion but also includes mileage reimbursement, internet and cell phone stipends, and special discounts for coordinators who host au pairs themselves. In this role, you will become intimately connected with your local community's childcare landscape, helping match host families with suitable au pairs and ensuring both parties enjoy a rewarding cultural exchange experience. Through monthly cultural events, orientations, and an annual Family Day, you will create supportive, vibrant environments for your cluster of families and au pairs to thrive socially and culturally. Emergency support, including temporary housing, may occasionally be required, reflecting the vital human element inherent to this role. Success as a Local Coordinator demands qualities such as empathy, effective communication, adaptability, reliability, and marketing acumen — all essential in building trust and sustaining program quality in your community. Your efforts will be backed by ongoing support from InterExchange’s national staff, providing you with training and resources to excel in this meaningful work. InterExchange values candidates who embrace equity and mutual respect, ensuring participants and team members alike benefit from a culture of inclusivity and open dialogue. Local Coordinators are not just employees but ambassadors of cultural understanding, helping to bridge international communities through everyday interactions and celebrations of diversity. If you seek a rewarding part-time role that combines community engagement, cultural exchange, and organizational skills, this opportunity is tailored for you. Join InterExchange in fostering welcoming environments for au pairs and families while contributing to a global mission that enriches lives across borders.

• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
• Reliable access to a computer and the internet
• Ability to attend domestic training and conferences
• Must provide professional references
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
• Residents within 60-mile radius of Menlo Park
• Availability for occasional in-person site visits