Question 1

What do host families provide for their students?

Accepted Answer

A host family provides a bedroom, three meals a day, and, most importantly, a warm, nurturing environment for learning about American culture and sharing their own.

Question 2

Where are the students from?

Accepted Answer

Our students come from over 40 countries around the world! Each year, we place more than 2,000 exchange students with host families across the U.S.

Question 3

How long does the exchange program last?

Accepted Answer

Our cultural exchange programs run for 5, 10, or 12 months. The 5-month programs can start in either August or January, the 10-month program begins in August, and the 12-month program begins in January.

Question 4

Do ISE exchange students speak English?

Accepted Answer

Yes! All ISE exchange students speak English. Students participating in International Student Exchange's J-1 program are required to meet a designated ELTiS (language proficiency exam) score.

Question 5

Are host families paid?

Accepted Answer

No, all of our host families are volunteers and are not paid to host students.

Question 6

What does an Area Representative do?

Accepted Answer

Area Representatives help make cultural exchange possible by building relationships with local high schools, recruiting volunteer host families in their communities, and providing ongoing supervision and support to exchange students and their host families throughout the exchange program.

Question 7

How are Area Representatives compensated?

Accepted Answer

Area Representatives are independent contractors who receive payment each time they successfully place a foreign exchange student with a volunteer family. They also receive payment at key supervision checkpoints throughout a program. Many bonus opportunities are also made available throughout the year.

Area Representatives who recruit approved volunteer families can also earn a spot on our annual Celebration of Success incentive trip. ISE's Celebration is an international trip provided by ISE to recognize the hard work and dedication of our reps throughout the program season. Trip locations have included Ireland, Spain, England, Argentina, and many other beautiful international destinations. Recruit additional families to earn spots on the trip for family and friends!

Question 8

Is there a minimum or maximum number of students I have to place?

Accepted Answer

There is no minimum number for placing exchange students. ISE Area Representatives who place 8 or more foreign exchange students can earn a spot on our annual Celebration of Success trip.

Question 9

Will I be working alone?

Accepted Answer

Although the position may be remote, you will have plenty of places to receive support and guidance from. Each Area Representative reports to a local regional manager who provides guidance and training. Additional training and support are also available from our home office through online and in-person resources.

Question 10

Are you required to host an exchange student?

Accepted Answer

No, you are not required to host a foreign exchange student if you are an ISE Area Representative.

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