Purpose of Position: To assist the PDO Teacher in preparing program participants for their exchange experience using materials provided by American Councils; to plan PDO sessions together with the local PDO team; to share your experiences as an alumna/us of the program; to teach students in English about American culture and life in an American host family.

Application Deadline: January 15, 2025

Description of Duties:

•  Learn the established goals and objectives of the program and its pre-departure orientation materials;
• Attend the entire in-person four-day Training of Teachers workshop (TOT) in April and become thoroughly familiar with the lesson plans;
• Actively participate in PDO planning and preparation meetings coordinated by your local program hub office in the time period between the TOT workshop and the beginning of your assigned PDO cycle;
• Assist orientation teachers by acting as a cross-cultural resource and role model for students;
• Conduct Alumni-led sessions of the PDO, as assigned;
• During non-classroom hours, be a supportive listener and positive role model for students;
• Maintain program integrity at all times by enforcing organizational rules and regulations;
• Perform other logistical duties as assigned by the Program Hub Director.

Reports to: Program Hub Director

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