Job Description:

Local Coordinator & Homestay Recruiter with MLI Homestay

The suitable candidate must reside in the local community of Burlington or Oakville, Ontario

Job Description:
The role of the Recruiter involves locating AND RECRUITING, selecting and orienting host families before the students’ arrival, matching students with host families, monitoring homestay placements during students’ stay, and responding to any incidents for all group and long-term homestay requirements in the region. As local Coordinator, you will be acting as local custodian for the students and will help support students through their experience and share updates with the Toronto office and natural families.

In addition, the candidate will work with the Homestay Management team in Toronto to ensure a consistently high quality of service in delivering homestay experiences.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Point of contact for homestay families based in the region (providing advice and support whenever necessary)
• RECRUITMENT, selection and orientation of host families for long-term student placements
• Completing profiles for each family and screening families to ensure families meet the criteria to host and have completed a recent police background check
• Matching students with appropriate host families
• Monitoring homestay placements during students’ stay
• Providing support to host families and students, as problems arise
• Completing monthly reports and necessary incident reports
• Growth and management of the host family database
• Providing guidance and support to homestay families and students
• Solving host family concerns
• Working with the management team to ensure consistency and quality in service
• Handling of daily inquiries by host families
• Some invoicing and financial reporting

Work Experience required

• Experience in the sales, travel and/or education fields
• Any type of youth and counseling work is an asset

Skills

• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and solve problems
• Ability to remain calm in crisis situations
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Diplomatic and professional
• Strong team-working skills
• Proficiency using Microsoft office applications
• The position requires a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle
• Position will require someone willing to take calls and follow up on student/host issues outside of standard work hours or in emergency situations as necessary
• Must have a functional PC with MS Office and SMART cell phone

Apply Now

Join Our Team – Local Coordinator – (Laval) Montreal, Quebec

“The applicant must be a resident of Laval.”

At MLI Homestay, we believe that every international student deserves a safe, welcoming, and caring home in Canada.
Our Local Coordinators are the heart of that mission. They connect students from around the world with Canadian host families, ensuring that every placement is meaningful, well-supported, and filled with cultural exchange.

We are currently seeking a Local Coordinator in the Laval region to join our growing team.
This is a part-time(up to 30 hrs/week), 12-month contract position that offers flexibility, community engagement, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of both students and families.

About the Role

As a Local Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in building and maintaining our network of host families.
Your main focus will be recruiting, onboarding, and supporting host families throughout the year — ensuring that our program continues to thrive at the community level.

You’ll also support students during their stay, helping them adjust to life in Canada and ensuring a safe, positive experience. This role is ideal for someone who loves connecting with people, enjoys outreach and community involvement, and has a genuine passion for youth and education.

What You’ll Do

• Actively recruit, screen, and orient new host families throughout your region.
• Build lasting relationships with existing hosts, ensuring ongoing engagement and retention.
• Conduct home visits, complete background checks, and maintain accurate family profiles.
• Match students with suitable host families and monitor placements during their stay.
• Visit students as needed and maintain consistent communication with the Head Office and Student Care Supervisor of the Laval Community.
• Respond promptly to host and student inquiries, offering caring and professional support.
• Participate in community outreach, host appreciation, and local promotional events.
• Complete reports, administrative follow-ups, and invoicing as required.

What You Bring

• Experience in sales, recruitment, or community engagement (required).
• Experience in education, youth programs, or travel (asset).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills — you’re a natural connector.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• A warm, diplomatic approach when supporting students and families.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (mainly Word; Excel would be at asset) and digital communication tools.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle (required).
• Flexibility to occasionally take calls or respond to issues outside standard work hours.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Be part of a nationally respected organization passionate about cultural exchange.
• Make a lasting impact by helping students feel at home in your community.
• Enjoy flexible part-time hours and the independence of remote, local-based work.
• Join a supportive, dedicated, and people-centered team.

Ready to Join?

If you love building community, supporting youth, and connecting people across cultures, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply by sending your resume and a short cover letter outlining your experience in community engagement, recruitment, or education to: APPLY HERE

Job Description:

Local Coordinator & Homestay Recruiter with MLI Homestay

The suitable candidate must reside in the local community of London, Ontario

Job Description:
The role of the Recruiter involves locating AND RECRUITING, selecting and orienting host families before the students’ arrival, matching students with host families, monitoring homestay placements during students’ stay, and responding to any incidents for all group and long-term homestay requirements in the region. As local Coordinator, you will be acting as local custodian for the students and will help support students through their experience and share updates with the Toronto office and natural families.

In addition, the candidate will work with the Homestay Management team in Toronto to ensure a consistently high quality of service in delivering homestay experiences.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Point of contact for homestay families based in the region (providing advice and support whenever necessary)
• RECRUITMENT, selection and orientation of host families for long-term student placements
• Completing profiles for each family and screening families to ensure families meet the criteria to host and have completed a recent police background check
• Matching students with appropriate host families
• Monitoring homestay placements during students’ stay
• Providing support to host families and students, as problems arise
• Completing monthly reports and necessary incident reports
• Growth and management of the host family database
• Providing guidance and support to homestay families and students
• Solving host family concerns
• Working with the management team to ensure consistency and quality in service
• Handling of daily inquiries by host families
• Some invoicing and financial reporting

Work Experience required

• Experience in the sales, travel and/or education fields
• Any type of youth and counseling work is an asset

Skills

• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and solve problems
• Ability to remain calm in crisis situations
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Diplomatic and professional
• Strong team-working skills
• Proficiency using Microsoft office applications
• The position requires a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle
• Position will require someone willing to take calls and follow up on student/host issues outside of standard work hours or in emergency situations as necessary
• Must have a functional PC with MS Office and SMART cell phone

Apply Now

Job description:

Student Care Coordinator– West (12 Month Contract)

MLI Education Group
Burnaby, BC

Join a Team That Changes Lives

MLI Education Group is one of Canada’s leading international education organizations, supporting thousands of international students each year through exceptional Student Care and Homestay programs.

We are looking for an experienced, compassionate and highly organized TEAM MEMBER to join our Student Care team in Metro Vancouver and the Tri-Cities.

This is a unique hybrid role combining professional Student Care leadership with meaningful community engagement. Approximately twenty (20) scheduled office hours each week are dedicated to Student Care administration, case management and operational responsibilities. The remainder of the role is community based and focuses on supporting students, recruiting and supporting host families, conducting home visits, and building strong relationships throughout your assigned communities.

 If you are someone who enjoys solving problems, building relationships, working independently and making a genuine difference in young people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

This is a full-time, 12-month contract position that combines two integrated areas of responsibility.

PART A: Approximately 20 scheduled weekday office hours (remote) each week dedicated to:

• Student case management
• Student wellbeing and support
• Communication with schools, school boards, agents and parents
• Custodianship responsibilities
• Operational coordination
• Reporting and documentation
• Database management
• Policy implementation
• Complex student situations
• Departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives

PART B: The remainder of your role is community based and includes:

• Recruiting and onboarding host families
• Conducting home visits and home assessments
• Matching students with suitable host families
• Supporting students throughout their program
• Supporting host families
• Conducting student monitoring visits
• Coordinating arrivals, departures and homestay moves
• Building relationships with schools and community partners
• Responding to emergency situations when required
• Promoting MLI Education Group within your assigned communities

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with people first and foremost.The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in international education, student services, homestay, education, youth services or a related field
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• A positive, professional and customer-focused approach
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Confidence working with students, families, schools and community partners
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and online systems
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.

Requirements

• Valid BC Driver’s Licence
• Reliable personal vehicle
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout Metro Vancouver
• Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends
• Eligible to work in Canada
• Successful Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Suitable home office with reliable internet access

Why Join MLI Education Group?

At MLI, our people make the difference.

We value collaboration, professionalism, compassion and continuous improvement. Every member of our Student Care team plays an important role in creating positive experiences for international students studying in Canada.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible home-based work environment
• Meaningful and rewarding work
• Supportive leadership team
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and positive workplace culture
• Opportunity to build lasting relationships within your community
• The chance to make a genuine impact in the lives of international students

The Ideal Person

You are someone who:

• Loves working with people
• Builds trust quickly
• Communicates with confidence and empathy
• Enjoys solving problems
• Stays calm under pressure
• Is highly organized and dependable
• Can work independently while remaining a collaborative team member
• Takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service
• Wants to contribute to a growing and respected international education organization

Location

This is a remote, home-based position serving Metro Vancouver and Burnaby. Regular travel throughout the assigned communities is required.

Job Type

• Full-time
• 12 Month Contract

APPLY HERE

If you’re passionate about supporting international students, building strong community relationships and making a meaningful difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining why you would be an excellent fit for this opportunity.

MLI Education Group thanks all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.