Assistant Director of Studies York, England

English In York

Full Time York, England 10.56 - 12.04 GBP Today

Job description

English in York, a division of York Associates International Ltd, is currently looking for a full-time Assistant Director of Studies for our language school in York, starting ASAP.

English in York provides General English courses and exam preparation classes to students aged 16+ from all over the world. Most of our teaching and training takes place in our language school and training centre, Peasholme House, located very close to York city centre.

About the role:

The Assistant Director of Studies will be primarily responsible for the following tasks:

Shared responsibility for the provision and development of effective English language teaching at English in York, by maintaining and developing a suitable environment and culture for study and work
Building a stable team of EFL teachers, including the recruitment and induction of new teaching staff, conducting regular observations to ensure pedagogical standards are maintained, and providing support, guidance, and staff development programmes for teachers to continue performing their duties
Take a leading role in the review, development and design of new teaching and learning practices at EiY, as well as also new course design and development
Act as a focal point for student-related pedagogical issues, including the monitoring of student progress, and the induction of new students upon arrival (including dealing with their placement test results)
Attending to pastoral duties, including overseeing lateness issues
Teaching on a range of courses, from General English to Exam Preparation courses, and providing cover for absent teachers wherever needed
Designated Safeguarding and Prevent Person, helping to ensure that the teaching team are aware of their safeguarding obligations
The role may also require carrying out some occasional out of office hours activities (meeting groups, leading social activities) on a rota basis with other staff. Such duties will be paid in addition to normal contractual terms and conditions.

About the person:

Qualified to CELTA or CertTESOL level, or equivalent: ESSENTIAL
Qualified to DELTA or DipTESOL level, or equivalent: DESIRABLE
Experience in teaching a wide range of courses, including Business English and Exam Preparation: ESSENTIAL
An ability to both lead and motivate teaching staff and students: ESSENTIAL
An ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment, and work well under pressure: ESSENTIAL
Strong customer-service focus & committed to high standards: ESSENTIAL
Has excellent IT skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, and dealing with databases: ESSENTIAL
Resourceful, flexible, detail-oriented, and has a strong drive to succeed: ESSENTIAL
An empathetic communicator that has a high degree of intercultural awareness and is aware of the needs of international students: ESSENTIAL
A strategic planner that is able to multi-task, prioritise, and make sound decisions under pressure: ESSENTIAL
An excellent communicator who is positive and able to maintain strong relationships: ESSENTIAL
Prior experience in academic management, including teacher recruitment: DESIRABLE
Experience delivering teacher training courses: DESIRABLE

To apply: Please send a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the role.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview at our school in York, which will also involve meeting key members of the academic team.

York Associates International Ltd and English in York are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of under-18 students, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

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