Join the BFF team

What makes a great community advisor (CA)?

If you’re interested in supporting international high school students as they experience the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of living and learning in the US, this role is perfect for you! There are many qualities that make up a strong community advisor. Being a great community advisor requires someone with the following:

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with various stakeholders:
    • Teens
    • Volunteer Host Families
    • Schools
    • BFF Staff
  • Proficient writing skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines consistently and provide timely responses to student or family issues
  • Responsiveness to emails and requests for information within 24 hours
  • Willingness to learn, improve skills, and keep current on policies and procedure

BFF offers competitive compensation per student, opportunities for travel, and great support from the office!

student wearing red Boston hat taking a selfie at the beach with another student and host family member posing in the background
a group of students on sleds sliding down a sand hill with whispy clouds in the sky
host parent and student at a restaurant eating breakfast