Seasonal Overnight Student Chaperone: Williamsburg, VA

Company Introduction

WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways.

Job Description:

Night Chaperones are responsible for monitoring for student misconduct, responding to emergency situations, and reporting suspicious activity on their assigned hotel floors during nighttime hours - 9:45 PM to 5:00 AM. Team Members ensure the highest quality experience for our students and educators while working closely with the Night Chaperone Coordinator and the Onsite Coordinator.

Responsibilities: 

• Treat customers, vendors, and fellow employees with honesty, respect, and professionalism.


• Provide the highest level of safety for all participants while they are on tour.


• Actively monitor assigned hotel floors from 9:45pm to 5am. (required)


• Present a professional image – remain courteous, positive, and helpful. 


• Follow proper procedure while working on assigned floors to include checking in/out of the hotel with designated personnel, introduction to Program Leaders, and groups and escalation protocol.


• Always maintain a professional relationship with students. (required)

Qualifications:

• Availability from March-June, during peak season. (required)


• Team player who works well with students, teachers, vendors and WorldStrides staff.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent technical skills with knowledge of Microsoft programs (Word and Excel), email, and working from a smartphone.


• Must have the use of sensory skills as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, and hear – to be able to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and clients. (required)


• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, including walking up and down numerous flights of stairs with or without a reasonable accommodation. (required)


• Successful completion of applicable background screening. (required)