Become a Local Area Representative with Your Education
Your Education is a specialised education agency offering high-quality and inspiring high school exchange experiences in New Zealand and around the world. We are accredited by the Ministry of Education to run reciprocal exchange programmes, welcoming students from a wide range of countries to experience life with a Kiwi host family, attend a local high school, and become part of the community.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic and community-minded volunteer Local Area Representatives to join our team and help share the life-changing experience of hosting an international student.
About the Role
As a Local Area Representative, you will play a key role in:
Supporting international students throughout their exchange
Recruiting and engaging host families
Coordinating enrolment with local high schools
You’ll need strong relationship-building skills, a warm and open approach, and a passion for cross-cultural exchange. Your efforts will help grow awareness of the programme and strengthen our connections within your local area.
What We Offer
Full training and ongoing support from our Head Office
Reimbursement of related expenses
A commitment of approximately 2–5 hours per week
The opportunity to build lifelong friendships and make a positive impact in your community
If you're someone who enjoys connecting with others and believes in the value of cultural exchange, we’d love to hear from you!