Summer program leaders in Peru, Montana Blackfeet Reservation, and the Dominican Republic

VISIONS leaders are at the heart of our transformative service programs, which have spanned more than 36 years. We hire exceptional people who are driven to make positive changes in the world through working hard and being role models for young people. Leaders instinctively prioritize student, team and community needs. They understand that having their own needs met can be the result of serving others and doing an excellent job. Typical leader teams include outdoor educators, teachers, grad students, returned Peace Corps Volunteers, adventurers, and other individuals who understand that the most immersive work can be the most rewarding. Life skills and practical skills—from logistics to meal management and construction to “leave no trace”—are valued. Most teams include six leaders, keeping a 1 to 4 or 5 leader-to-student ratio. Leaders and teens live together in a group setting and are responsible for maintaining a smooth-running homebase, with meals, cleaning, shopping, etc