Activity and Excursion Leader

Job Description

Location and Dates:

Concordia University Irvine - Housing available if desired

Camp runs from June 29 - August 9, 2025

6, 4, and 2-week contracts are available.

Job Description

You will oversee international students during on-campus activities, as well as lead and supervise students during off-campus excursions. We are looking for both residential staff who will live on-campus, as well as staff who can reliably commute.

Your key tasks will consist of, but not be limited to:

Student Supervision:

Act in loco parentis to ensure and maintain student discipline, welfare, safety, and security at all times.

Ensure that students adhere to the YES USA Student Code of Conduct.

Inform management immediately of any issues

Off-Campus Excursions

Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when arranged.

Prepare for off-site excursions (study and memorize cultural and historical information, check and study directions to excursion sites, etc.).

Provide information and share stories with students/chaperones about cultural and historical places visited in a fun and engaging way.

Actively supervise, interact with, and entertain students and chaperones to ensure their satisfaction.

Follow the itinerary but be ready to think on your feet and successfully manage emerging situations.

Provide receipts from excursion vendors or cafes/restaurants after each excursion, if applicable.

Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with emergencies.

Manage any problems or incidents and report them to the management team.

On-Campus Activities

Lead on-campus activities, such as music night, volleyball, etc.

Assist in coordinating on-campus food activity deliveries, including tasks such as picking up food, setting up a dining area, facilitating food distribution, and cleaning up the dining area.

Session Opening and Closing Responsibilities

Contribute to the preparation for student arrival by participating in tasks such as room inspections, assembling welcome packets, facilitating new student orientation, and conducting campus tours, among other responsibilities.

Meet and greet students at the airport and accompany them to the campus via private shuttle or taxi.

Provide support during new student check-ins.

Assist with end-of-course ceremonies.

Assist with room inspections during student check-outs and coordinate their airport transfers for a seamless departure experience.

Residential/Administrative/Miscellaneous:

Ensure punctuality for all excursions and scheduled activities

Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when applicable.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or current university student

Native fluency in English.

Effective written and oral communication skills.

Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Qualities

An ideal candidate possesses the following qualities:

Establishes strong rapport with teenagers through effective communication

Displays a fun and outgoing personality to foster an engaging environment

Exhibits genuine interest in other cultures and willingly shares personal experiences

Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and authority when dealing with students

Possesses a proactive approach to researching and learning about the city’s attractions to share with students

Ability to guide students around the city independently.

A good sense of direction and a strong knowledge of the city, including the public transportation system.

Adapts well to change, showing flexibility in various situations

Commits to working extended hours, including weekends and holidays, to ensure program success.

Application Procedure

Prior to offering a job to selected candidates, YES USA will:

Complete a reference check (names and contact details of three references are required).

Run a background check.

Upon signing a job offer, successful candidates will be required to:

Submit a copy of their diploma(s) or transcripts along with other new hire paperwork.

Staff Training

Virtual Training- A training session via Zoom will be announced prior to the start of camp.

In-Person Training - YES USA offers on-site training one day prior to your employment start date with housing available for residential staff. A $100 bonus will be given upon successful completion of the contract to staff who participate in the in-person training.

Available Employee Benefits

One day off per week.

Training bonus (see above).

On-campus housing in a shared dorm (residential staff).

Hours

Excursions on non-study days could begin as early as 10:30am and end at 10:00pm.

Excursions on study days could begin as early as 1:30pm and end at 10:00pm.

57 Hours per week

Compensation:

Residential Salary: $703 - $875 per week

Commuter Salary: $885 - $1,036 per week.

Full-time