Responsibilities:

You work with a team of Program Leaders and Field Instructors in-country who are focused on student safety and responsibility. You facilitate and ensure life-changing experiences for the students on our semester programs as you do the following:​

• Engage with students and deliver the Verto program experience.
• Build and maintain positive community partnerships.
• Implement our safety guidelines and activity standards.
• Proactively work to safeguard and monitor the health and well-being of students and staff.
• Respond appropriately to medical incidents and situations as they arise.
• Build personal trust with students and maintain open lines of communication with them throughout their semester abroad programs.
• Facilitate positive group dynamics, and foster inclusivity and respect.
• Ensure program logistics are executed smoothly and consistent with Verto program standards.
• Help create updates for parents by collecting, creating, and managing written content and photos for our blog, social media sites, and email updates.
• Other duties as reasonably assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, enthusiastic, analytical, and solution-oriented.
• Follow through with Verto specific documentation practices.
• Appreciation for diversity in cultures and experiences
• Passion for discussion-based learning and helping students make meaning of their experiences
• Understands the value of experiential education and travel for young people.
• Eager to learn from colleagues and enjoys open collaboration and teamwork.
• Able to maintain excellence under pressure and ever-changing conditions.
• Able to follow organizational protocols while working independently.
• Knowledge of local and regional customs and norms in program location(s) through firsthand experience.
• High level of proficiency with Google Drive, Skype, and WhatsApp.

Location

Ability to work in one or more of our country destinations or regions for at least 13 weeks at a time during August -December.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: BA/BS from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience.
• ​​1-3 years of experience leading and working with high school or university students as a teacher, coach, camp counselor, community service coordinator, non-profit professional, adventure guide, or similar capacity.
• Experience delivering a curriculum and facilitating experiential education.
• Previous experience as an outdoor education summer program leader preferred.

Requirements:

• Must be 24 years of age or older by February 1, 2021.
• Must be CPR and Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certified from a licensed provider. Classroom or in-person training only. Online certifications are not acceptable. Certifications must be submitted 3 weeks prior to employment, and must be valid through May 2020 (for Spring 2020 Semesters).
• Must have a valid driver’s license and passport.
• Professional working proficiency in English.
• Fluency in Spanish required for Latin America programs.
• ​Professional working knowledge in the following areas and/or roles:
• Outdoor Education, Camp Counseling
• Community Service Project Leadership
• Wilderness and Emergency Medicine
• Teaching
• Professional Photography or Journalism
• Sports Instruction
• Mountaineering, Adventure, or Wilderness guiding

Preferred Certifications (Including but not limited to)

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Ocean Lifeguard
• Teaching Certifications (i.e.TEFL/TESL )

Work and Environmental Conditions:

• This position is based in a remote setting in one or more of our destination countries.
• This person is often driving and traveling with students.
• The work pace is continually fast-paced and work is required for more than 4 hours at time.
• Low supervision from managers with infrequent prompts.
• Travel is required up to 75% of the time.
• This position requires such physical abilities as lifting up to 20-100 lbs. sometimes, standing, kneeling, climbing, crouching, pulling, pushing, sitting, twisting, and walking in an outdoor setting. Other physical attributes include hearing students on the phone, and speaking to them constantly in person.
• The environment in which the job is performed outside may include exposure to extreme temperature, noise, heights, or other hazards.
• All of the above remains the same for any additional requirements for training, protective clothing, or monitoring.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that students and staff have a safe, fun, and impactful Verto experience
• Finalize all program logistics and familiarize program leaders with site before students’ arrival
• Implement systems related to program schedules, accommodation, transport, and meals
• Troubleshoot issues related to accommodation, transportation, meals or student issues such as behavior or group dynamics
• Coordinate appropriate responses to emergencies and incidents be they medical, mental health, behavioral, logistical, natural disaster, etc.
• Accurately track program expenses
• Coordinate all excursions with in-country partners
• For field programs, set up experiential learning program components
• Manage the local Verto team (there will be one Program Leader for everery 20 – 25 students)

Benefits Include:

• Unlimited vacation and sick time, with blackout dates related to the role
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Travel for training
• A retirement plan, as soon as possible

Job Qualifications:

• 2 years experience managing field or campus programs in the student travel/study abroad space
• Intimate knowledge of the location you will be managing
• Experience managing a team
• Experience implementing policies and procedures across an organization
• Experience working across lines of difference, preferably in international contexts
• Ability to deliver high-end customer service when interfacing with clients

What We Are Looking For:

• You’re organized and detail-oriented.
• You see problems coming from a mile away and you’re proactive in solving them when they arise.
• You have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to diverse constituencies.
• You’re a strong leader and seasoned people manager.
• You have a demonstrated ability to manage rapidly evolving priorities.
• You respond thoughtfully under pressure.
• You’re a team player.
• You’re adaptable. You excel at — and love working in — a fast-paced, always-changing environment.
• You are passionate about what we do and can draw parallels between a Verto Education experience and your own experiences.
• You value diversity in cultures and experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that students and staff have a safe, fun, and impactful Verto experience
• Finalize all program logistics and familiarize with site before students’ arrival
• Execute systems related to program schedules, accommodation, transport, and meals
• Troubleshoot issues related to accommodation, transportation, meals or student issues such as behavior or group dynamics
• Assist with responses to emergencies and incidents be they medical, mental health, behavioral, logistical, natural disaster, etc.
• Help students adjust to living in a new city
• Coordinate and lead all excursions with in-country partners
• Check in weekly with 20 students to make sure they are feeling supported and excited about their experience

Benefits Include:

• Unlimited vacation and sick time, with blackout dates related to the role
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Travel for training

Job Qualifications:

• Experience working in the student travel/study abroad space
• Experience living abroad in the country you are applying for
• ​​1-3 years of experience leading and working with high school or university students as a teacher, coach, camp counselor, community service coordinator, non-profit professional, adventure guide, or similar capacity.
• Experience delivering a curriculum and facilitating experiential education.
• Ability to deliver high-end customer service when interfacing with clients

What We Are Looking For:

• Must be 24 years of age or older by February 1, 2021.
• You’re organized and detail-oriented.
• You see problems coming from a mile away and you’re proactive in solving them when they arise.
• You have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to diverse constituencies.
• You’re a strong leader and seasoned people manager.
• You have a demonstrated ability to manage rapidly evolving priorities.
• You respond thoughtfully under pressure.
• You’re a team player.
• You’re adaptable. You excel at — and love working in — a fast-paced, always-changing environment.
• You are passionate about what we do and can draw parallels between a Verto Education experience and your own experiences.
• You value diversity in cultures and experiences.

Responsibilities & Timeline:

• March/April: Build on existing Course Descriptions to write Course Syllabus and Rubric with cyclical feedback and review from Verto Education and partner colleges.
• March/April: Collaborate with Costa Rica program team to identify in-country experiential opportunities which align with the course to include in the program itinerary.
• May/June: Participate in the final hiring and screening of Verto’s Field Instructors.
• May/June: Write Field Instructor’s Resource Guide (lesson plans).
• June/July: Plan training modules on course content for Field Instructors.
• August: Participate in in-person (location TBD) training of Field Instructors.
• September – December:
  • Biweekly meetings with Fied Instructors to provide coaching and guidance on content delivery.
  • Supervision of grading and assignments as carried out by students.
  • Possibility of field visits depending on necessity and availability.
• Possibility of extension into Spring Semester running from February – May 2020.

Work & Environmental Conditions:

• This position is designed to be successfully completed by remotely faculty. However, applicants from program locations are encouraged to apply.
• You will be working in an innovative educational model where you will need to be comfortable operating a non-traditional university context.
• If you are interested in teaching these courses directly on the program but do not meet the requirements for the Course Director position, please consider applying for the Verto Education Field Instructor positions posted online.

Job Qualifications:

• Education:
  • PhD in Physics
  • Other academic qualifications accepted where a PhD is not a universally recognized terminal degree in the field of study.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in college-level curriculum design. 
  • A demonstrated record of coaching graduate students in teaching freshman level courses.
  • Experience delivering a curriculum and facilitating experiential education with proven success.
  • Experience living or working in the countries on the itinerary is preferred.
• Requirements:
  • Professional working proficiency in English.

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of Physics in the local and regional context of the program locations.
  • Ability to receive and apply feedback.
  • Patient, enthusiastic, analytical, and solution-oriented.
  • Ability to follow through with Verto Education specific documentation practices.
  • Commitment to promoting diversity in cultures and experiences.
  • Passion for discussion-based learning and helping students make meaning of their experiences.
  • Understands the value of experiential education and travel for young people.
  • Eager to learn from colleagues and enjoys open collaboration and teamwork.
  • Able to maintain excellence under pressure and ever-changing conditions.
  • Able to follow organizational protocols while working independently.

Responsibilities & Timeline:

• March/April: Build on existing Course Descriptions to write Course Syllabus and Rubric with cyclical feedback and review from Verto Education and partner colleges.
• March/April: Collaborate with the Costa Rica program team to identify in-country experiential opportunities that align with the course to include in the program itinerary.
• May/June: Participate in the final hiring and screening of Verto’s Field Instructors.
• May/June: Write Field Instructor’s Resource Guide (lesson plans).
• June/July: Plan training modules on course content for Field Instructors.
• August: Participate in in-person (location TBD) training of Field Instructors.
• September – December:
  • Biweekly meetings with Fied Instructors to provide coaching and guidance on content delivery.
  • Supervision of grading and assignments as carried out by students.
  • Possibility of field visits depending on necessity and availability.
• Possibility of extension into the Spring Semester running from February – May 2020.

Work & Environmental Conditions:

• This position is designed to be successfully completed by remote faculty. However, applicants from program locations are encouraged to apply.
• You will be working in an innovative educational model where you will need to be comfortable operating a non-traditional university context.
• If you are interested in teaching these courses directly on the program but do not meet the requirements for the Course Director position, please consider applying for the Verto Education Field Instructor positions posted online.

Job Qualifications:

• Education:
  • PhD in Mathematics
  • Other academic qualifications accepted where a PhD is not a universally recognized terminal degree in the field of study.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in college-level curriculum design. 
  • A demonstrated record of coaching graduate students in teaching freshman-level courses.
  • Experience delivering a curriculum and facilitating experiential education with proven success.
  • Experience living or working in the countries on the itinerary is preferred.
• Requirements:
  • Professional working proficiency in English.

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of Calculus in the local and regional context of the program locations.
  • Ability to receive and apply feedback.
  • Patient, enthusiastic, analytical, and solution-oriented.
  • Ability to follow through with Verto Education specific documentation practices.
  • Commitment to promoting diversity in cultures and experiences.
  • Passion for discussion-based learning and helping students make meaning of their experiences.
  • Understands the value of experiential education and travel for young people.
  • Eager to learn from colleagues and enjoys open collaboration and teamwork.
  • Able to maintain excellence under pressure and ever-changing conditions.
  • Able to follow organizational protocols while working independently.

Responsibilities & Timeline:

• March/April: Build on existing Course Descriptions to write Course Syllabus and Rubric with cyclical feedback and review from Verto Education and partner colleges.
• March/April: Collaborate with the Costa Rica program team to identify in-country experiential opportunities that align with the course to include in the program itinerary.
• May/June: Participate in the final hiring and screening of Verto’s Field Instructors.
• May/June: Write Field Instructor’s Resource Guide (lesson plans).
• June/July: Plan training modules on course content for Field Instructors.
• August: Participate in in-person (location TBD) training of Field Instructors.
• September – December:
  • Biweekly meetings with Fied Instructors to provide coaching and guidance on content delivery.
  • Supervision of grading and assignments as carried out by students.
  • Possibility of field visits depending on necessity and availability.
• Possibility of extension into the Spring Semester running from February – May 2020.

Work & Environmental Conditions:

• This position is designed to be successfully completed by remotely faculty. However, applicants from program locations are encouraged to apply.
• You will be working in an innovative educational model where you will need to be comfortable operating a non-traditional university context.
• If you are interested in teaching these courses directly on the program but do not meet the requirements for the Course Director position, please consider applying for the Verto Education Field Instructor positions posted online.

Job Qualifications:

• Education:
  • PhD in Computer Science
  • Other academic qualifications accepted where a PhD is not a universally recognized terminal degree in the field of study.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in college-level curriculum design. 
  • A demonstrated record of coaching graduate students in teaching freshman level courses.
  • Experience delivering a curriculum and facilitating experiential education with proven success.
  • Experience living or working in the countries on the itinerary is preferred.
• Requirements:
  • Professional working proficiency in English.

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of Computer Science in the local and regional context of the program locations.
  • Ability to receive and apply feedback.
  • Patient, enthusiastic, analytical, and solution-oriented.
  • Ability to follow through with Verto Education specific documentation practices.
  • Commitment to promoting diversity in cultures and experiences.
  • Passion for discussion-based learning and helping students make meaning of their experiences.
  • Understands the value of experiential education and travel for young people.
  • Eager to learn from colleagues and enjoys open collaboration and teamwork.
  • Able to maintain excellence under pressure and ever-changing conditions.
  • Able to follow organizational protocols while working independently.

Responsibilities:

• Assist staff in collecting photos, videos and stories from other Verto alumni
• Work with Community Manager to produce written and video content that provides helpful and engaging pre-departure information for students preparing to go abroad 
• Participate in webinars for prospective and pre-departure students 
• Brainstorm ways to improve pre-departure communication and transitions for students who have completed a Verto semester
• Act as a mentor for current students transitioning to life back in the US
• Assist Marketing Director and Community Manager with other projects as needed

Desired Outcomes (as the Alumni Intern, you’ll be able to gain the following):

• Gain valuable writing, storytelling, and content production skills 
• Help students be more prepared to go abroad and be able to get more out of their Verto experience 
• Opportunity to implement new ideas and projects with the guidance of our experienced staff

What We Are Looking For:

• You’re a Verto Education alum (of any program) 
• You’re focused on helping students, willing to help guide Verto students via your own experience 
• You’re organized, detail-oriented and are a fearless experimenter 
• You have knowledge of basic technology for remote work & a consistent internet connection
• You have an interest in international education, counseling, marketing, entrepreneurship, and/or social media 
• You are willing to learn and apply new concepts

To apply, email your resume and a short cover letter detailing why you’re the best fit for this role to madeline@vertoeducation.org.