INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION HOMESTAY COORDINATOR – Temporary, Full-Time

2 weeks ago

Kelowna BC VX N, Canada School District #23 (Central Okanagan) Full time $62,207 - $77,758 per year

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION HOMESTAY COORDINATOR – Temporary,Full-Time

It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls over 25,500 students (including approximately 3,200 students who self-identify as having First Nations, Metis, and/or Inuit ancestry from Canada). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are 50 school sites with 32 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation for providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for students and staff. We believe equity empowers each learner to thrive, holistically.

We invite applications for the position of International Education Homestay Coordinator. This is an exempt, temporary full-time position with an annual salary range of $62,207 to $77,758. This position has an expected end date of January 16th, 2026, with possibility of extension. The successful applicant will be prepared to transition into this position as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities:

The Homestay Coordinator, reporting to the District Principal – International Education, liaises with homestay parents, students, office staff and itinerant teachers in the District's International program as required. The responsibilities are varied, often of a confidential nature, and require the ability to work independently as well as with a broad range of individuals. The coordinator must exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to exercise sound judgment and tact. The successful candidate must be able to be available inside and outside of the regular workday as required to support students, host families, and the International Student Program. The Homestay Coordinator is expected to be reliable, dependable, and self-directed in their work.

Homestay Coordinator will be primarily responsible for:

  • Recruitment of homestay families
  • Student homestay placements
  • On-going support of students and homestay families
  • Liaison between student, host families, agents, and schools
  • Maintenance of student and host family records
  • Organization and supervision of program activities and trips for students
  • Development of homestay materials and resources for the program

The successful applicant must have:

  • Grade 12 (Senior Secondary School Graduation);
  • A minimum 2-year post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant program;
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, critical thinking, organization, and teamwork skills;
  • Adaptability to meet program demands with flexible work hours including monitoring the program emergency phone 24/7 as scheduled;
  • Ability to work through situations in order to address issues and support students;
  • Ability to use a wide variety of technology, including databases and presentation software;
  • Valid BC Driver's license and use of personal vehicle required.

Please apply online at . Include a letter of application, complete with a comprehensive resume (include your phone number and email address), copies of supporting documents, and the names of three references by 8:00 a.m., Friday, October 17, 2025.

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