EdOdyssey Inc Excursion Leader - NYC & Catskills Remote · Contractor

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EdOdyssey is a boutique study abroad provider and educational travel company. Founded in 2014, we work with colleges, universities, and secondary schools to create customized trips, first year experiences (FYE), and semester study abroad programs that are authentic and educational. We’ve traveled millions of miles with thousands of students and are on a mission to make transformative and meaningful global experiences part of more students’ education. Meet the team and learn more at www.EdOdyssey.com/about-us.

Position Summary & Opportunity:

Excursion Leaders will lead cohorts of students on 6–7 day trips and weekend excursions throughout the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. Day trips will take place in New York City, while weekend excursions will head to the Catskills for deeper learning and bonding experiences. Each trip is built to spark curiosity, strengthen student relationships, and connect students to the culture, history, people, and learning outcomes of the places they explore.

All excursions occur between Friday and Sunday, and leaders will be scheduled in pairs, with trip dates divided evenly among the four hired leaders. You’ll be part of a small but impactful team helping students feel grounded, inspired, and confident as they navigate their first year of college in an unfamiliar city.

This role is ideal for experienced educators, youth facilitators, or travel leaders who thrive in fast-paced settings and bring warmth, maturity, and structure to group travel experiences.

Position period is August 15, 2026 - April 15, 2027 with possibility of extending in the future.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead groups of 50-100 college freshmen on weekend and day long educational excursions.
• Facilitate education centered experiences with a focus on culture, history, team-building, and professional development.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of participants at all times.
• Respond to health and safety concerns or emergencies during excursions.
• Collaborate with EdOdyssey and University partner staff to ensure smooth programming and student preparation.
• Pick up materials locally before excursions depart and distribute them accordingly.
• Coordinate with excursion vendors, bus drivers, and venues to keep activities running smoothly.
• Manage trip expenses in collaboration with EdOdyssey full time staff. Track and submit expense reports after each excursion.
• Conduct pre, during and post-trip communications with students, as needed.
• Assist with monitoring and evaluation of programs by deploying and collecting participant surveys.

*All excursion itineraries are already fully designed and include hands-on activities, guest speakers, and visits to culturally and thematically relevant sites — with all transportation, accommodations, and meals seamlessly coordinated.

Required qualifications & skills:

• 3+ years of professional experience in leading student travel, educational field trips or similar.
• Proven ability to effectively manage large groups and complex logistics.
• Exceptional communication (written and oral), interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work weekends and some nights. All day trips and excursions are Friday - Sunday.
• Flexibility and adaptability in dynamic or challenging situations.
• Impeccable integrity, with an ability to act with discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to represent EdOdyssey with maturity, discretion, and respect in diverse settings.
• Comfortable working with digital tools (Google Suite, Zoom, WhatsApp, etc.).
• Must be able to commute to the departure point within New York City independently.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (can be provided if needed).

Please note: Hiring for this position is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Location:

This is a part-time, on the ground, position based in the New York City area. Some administrative work to be completed remotely, as needed. Home office requirement: high-speed internet connection.

Compensation:

$1,500 per weekend excursion. $500 per day trip. In addition, lunch, activities, and transportation during the event are included and covered for Excursion Leaders.  Total earning potential: $5,000-$5,500 over the year.

Work Date(s): 

• September 13, 2026
• September 19, 2026
• September 25-27, 2026* 
• October 3, 2026
• October 9-11, 2026*
• October 16-18, 2026*
• November 13-15, 2026*
• November 21, 2026
• February 6, 2027
• February 26, 2027
• April 3, 2027
• April 10, 2027
• TBD Virtual trainings/meetings (~6 hr commitment over the year) 

Work Start/End Times: 

Generally 8 AM - 6 PM

*Entire weekend including Friday and Saturday nights: 5:30 PM on Friday - 4 PM Sunday

About EdOdyssey:

EdOdyssey is a boutique study abroad provider and educational travel company. Founded in 2014, we work with colleges, universities, and secondary schools to create customized trips, first year experiences (FYE), and semester study abroad programs that are authentic and educational. We’ve traveled millions of miles with thousands of students and are on a mission to make transformative and meaningful global experiences part of more students’ education. Meet the team and learn more about EdOdyssey.

Core Values:

We seek to create authentic experiences with our students and authentic connections with our partners. We are good to each other, our clients, and the world.  We are passionate about the transformative power of travel.

Commitment to Diversity / EEO:

We embrace diversity and seek to create and foster a team that reflects the diversity of our world. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Whoever you are, if you believe you’re a great fit for this position, we’d love to hear from you.