Pre-PHD Research Teacher

4 weeks ago


Cambridge Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom EF Education First Gruppe Full time

EF International Language Centre on Hills Road, Cambridge is looking for a teacher that would be able to teach Research Methodology for our pre-PHD programme. Students who are currently pursuing a PHD are welcome to apply. Immediate start.

EF Education First’s mission is opening the world through education. 

A career with EF combines the support and opportunity of a large international organisation, with the spirit and energy of a small business. We look for thinkers and doers – creative, collaborative, and motivated people who are excited by education, communication, and travel.

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries. In the UK and Ireland, our core presence is felt at our international language campuses and summer schools, where we welcome students from around the world to participate in language learning and cultural exchange. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and encourage you to open the world through education.

The Role

Lessons will be delivered in person at our Cambridge campus on Hills road. The position is paid hourly, £27.70 and the successful applicant will teach at least 6 hours 40 minutes a week, with potential for more hours. Modules run at different school terms, all terms are followed by an exam week with paid marking.

We are particularly interested in applicants with a background in electronics and exotic particles. A syllabus and materials will be provided.

EF ILC Cambridge, EF University Preparation and EF Executive School have a vibrant and friendly working environment. Using our own blended learning system to teach EFL, Syllabus-Specific Content for University Preparation, and Tailored Courses at the Executive School, you will have an opportunity to teach students from around the world. We have a very strong academic team of senior and new teachers. Through CPDs, observations and peer observations we ensure our staff gain the skills required to cater for all our student’s needs.

Requirements

· Have completed or currently pursuing a PhD

· Teaching experience in any setting is a bonus; online teaching an advantage

· Keen interest in teaching methodology, with a strong desire to develop teaching skills and knowledge

· Highly motivated, proactive and positive, with a sense of initiative

· Able to encourage a sharing and positive attitude in both classroom and professional issues

· Sensitive to students’ academic and welfare needs

Why you will enjoy life at EF Cambridge  

· Work in a truly international environment

· Regular social events

· Ambition is nurtured and fast-tracked career enhancement opportunities are provided

· Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition

· Global career opportunities

· Employee Assistance Program

· External trainings on safeguarding and mental health first aid

· Staff discounts at on site cafeteria

· Cultural and academic centre of UK

· Central location nearby train station

· Statutory Paid Holiday

· ‘Being able to use a great product really enables me to develop students and really see their progress over time’

· ‘Many opportunities for personal and (funded) professional development’

· ‘Able to meet, work with, train and develop a large number of interesting people from all walks of life’

· ‘I worked with some amazing people at EF and made friends for life’

· ‘Fantastic international students and good customer service’


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EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and are required to provide two references (contacts). References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.

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