Resident Director- Amsterdam
- Type
- Job
- Organization
- World4822Stri986Des
- Location
- Remote
- Deadline
- Rolling or not stated
- Who can apply
- On-site in Remote
- Posted
- 13 October 2026
About this Opportunity
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:
The Resident Director is responsible for the successful operational delivery of all WorldStrides programs in Amsterdam. The role involves oversight of student services, faculty-led program operations, financial administration, health and safety, local partnerships, and strategic development.
The Resident Director serves as the primary local representative of WorldStrides and plays a key role in ensuring an outstanding experience for students, faculty, and institutional partners.
Responsibilities:
1) Faculty-Led (Custom) Programs
Responsible for the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of faculty-led programs.
• Plan and coordinate educational itineraries and program schedules.
• Coordinate program logistics from confirmation through completion.
• Arrange accommodations, transportation, restaurant bookings, and local services.
• Confirm operational services and requirements with suppliers.
• Prepare rooming lists, operational documentation, and briefing materials.
• Liaise with faculty before, during, and after programs. Coordinate participant communications.
• Manage operational changes and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Support on-site program delivery when required.
• Conduct post-program reviews and evaluations.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement and efficiency.
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Documents you may need
- Updated CV / Resume
- Cover Letter (tailored to this role)
- Teaching Statement or Sample Lesson Plan
How to apply
- Click the "Apply — via Arbeitnow" button to go to the source page.
- Read the full description and confirm you meet the requirements.
- Prepare your CV and cover letter tailored to this role.
- Submit your application through the official portal.
- Follow up within 1–2 weeks if you do not hear back.