Facilitator for Japanese High School Students

Facilitator for Japanese High School Students

The mission of GPI US is to empower today’s youth to thrive in a global world through educational study abroad programs. Our top-quality programs challenge, inspire and educate our students to better prepare them for an increasingly globalized world. Many of our programs explore current issues, leadership, cross-cultural understanding, and problem-solving, all while practicing communicating in English. We aim to maximize students’ experiences through thought-provoking seminars, engaging classes, excursions, conversations with peers, and practical discussions.

GPI US is seeking a Facilitator who is interested in leading our GPI US sessions with Japanese high school students visiting the NYC Area . Interest in global education, Japanese culture, and experience living abroad is a plus.

Duties Include

• Assisting in the design and development of curricula to improve student communication skills, critical-thinking skills, problem-solving skills, and cultural and global awareness.
• Preparing all necessary materials and lesson plans, and attending any pre-program orientation meetings.
• Leading classroom management and guiding Discussion Leaders through small group activities (the majority of the class will be conducted in small groups with university students serving as Discussion Leaders).
• Facilitating discussions, engaging students, and taking direction from the GPI US Head Coordinator when applicable.
• Being able to revise lesson plans on the spot depending on the students’ ability and time constraints.
• Providing constructive feedback to students and Discussion Leaders to support growth in communication, leadership, and critical thinking.

Requirements:

• Interest in education, international cultures, global issues, travel, and/or Japan.
• Experience teaching international high school students (preferred).
• Fluent English speaking and writing abilities (No Japanese language skill required).
• Commitment to all program dates/times (session lengths may vary from 2-4 hours)
• Ability to confidently lead and facilitate sessions.
• Flexibility and being able to make quick, educated decisions

Compensation: $35/hour including preparation

Dates & Times:

Program NYQ3.26-1

• Dates: July 26-August 2nd, 2025 (exact session dates TBD)
• Times: four 3-hour sessions

To Apply: Please email a resume, cover letter, and sample lesson plan (this does not need to be related to our content) to Allison Medoff at [email protected] or submit through our portal to be considered for future opportunities as well:

For more information about GPI US, please visit our website at

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person