Female Counselor

WHAT DOES THIS JOB INVOLVE?

Counselors at ISSOS work as a team to look after the welfare of up to 160 students aged 13-18 years old. They also help to organise and run the sporting activities and our varied evening program. 

Individually, each counselor is in charge of their own group of up to 15 students. Counselors act as positive role models and are the first point of contact for our students, who come to us from over 80 countries around the world.

All of our summer positions are fully residential and all of our staff teams will be actively involved in the various events and activities that we put on for our students.

REIMBURSEMENT:

Before the start of the session, we run a three-day orientation (dates are inclusive of this).

Staff members receive reimbursement after the session. Travel reimbursements and any finders’ fees are paid separately. 

We provide accommodation in all locations for all staff. Meals are provided in the halls of residence once students arrive, however, staff are responsible for their meals during Orientation. 

St Andrews : £1950 GBP per session (£3900 GBP for the full contract)

Cambridge: £1950 GBP for the session

Yale: $2400 USD for the session

TRAVEL:

Up to £150 reimbursed for travel to/from St Andrews/Cambridge 

Travelling within the US:

Up to $350 reimbursed for travel to/from Yale 

Travelling from outside of the US:

Up to $500 reimbursed for travel to/from Yale. 

If we are taking you on the J1 visa, we will also reimburse up to $150 for travel to your embassy appointment. 

The cost of the J1 Visa + SEVIS Fee is paid for by ISSOS. 

Flights & Embassy Appointment costs are the responsibility of the staff member. 

WHO CAN APPLY?

To apply for our roles you must either be a UK or a US citizen, or have the legal right to work in the country you are applying for a role in. Please note that we cannot sponsor visas for working in the UK.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU SHOULD KNOW?

• All of our staff must pass a full criminal background check*

WHAT WILL YOU GET OUT OF IT

Our Counselor roles are a brilliant opportunity for anyone looking to gain more experience working with young people. You will improve your leadership and teamwork skills while working with students from over 80 nationalities, at the same time as having a fantastic summer experience of your own. No two days at ISSOS are the same and we are really proud of the fact that our staff team have as much fun during the summer as our students do.

Read our staff testimonials or check out our Staff FAQs

Disclaimer

*ISSOS International and ISSOS USA are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all stakeholders to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be expected to hold a current PVG/DBS or equivalent enhanced background check/be willing to obtain one. The cost of this will be covered by the company. Employment will be subject to the company receiving two references from previous employees covering your suitability for the specific position and working with those under 18 years old.