Host Families for International Staff

During summer Resident Camp, we give campers the benefit of a culturally diverse camp staff by hiring international camp counselors. You can help to make their experience in the United States a more positive one by hosting an international camp counselor for this summer.

When each camp session is over, the international staff needs a place to stay. Pick up a counselor from camp on Friday evening, and spend the weekend learning more about her country and culture. Take her shopping, show her around town, or just spend a relaxing weekend at home.

You can read more about the Host Family Responsibilities and fill out the Host Family Application. If you have questions, contact Frances Maloy at fmaloy@gseok.org.

General Responsibilities

Provide a welcoming, friendly environment for our international camp staff.
Guide and assist your new “family member” by providing support and encouragement as they adapt to their new surroundings.
Encourage the exchange of ideas and provide exposure to the American culture and family traditions of your home.

Room and Board Responsibilities

Applies to all assigned dates

Provide a comfortable bed, with clean bedding, and some storage for their belongings.
Ensure access to bathing/toilet facilities and laundry facilities.
Provide meals during all assigned dates.
Provide access to a stable Wi-Fi connection.

Transportation Responsibilities

Applies to all assigned dates

Welcome the staff member at Tulsa International Airport (TUL) when they arrive.
Provide transportation to and from camp for work. This typically involves picking up the international camp staff on the last day of weekly camp sessions by approximately 7:00 p.m. and dropping off the staff member on the first day of the next session by noon at Camp Tallchief (Skiatook, OK).
Provide transportation to stores for replenishing personal items (such as shampoo, soap, snacks, etc.)
Provide transportation to Tulsa International Airport (TUL) in time to board their departing flight.