Teaching Coordinator

Are you an organised administrator with some experience in EFL teaching in search of a rewarding summer position? Hold a DELTA, TEFL or CELTA certificate? Whether you're enthusiastic or already experienced in leading a team of teachers, your perfect opportunity is here Look no further Join our team and play a pivotal role in guiding a team of teachers towards the shared goal of student success by fostering a collaborative and enriching academic environment. Rest assured, we provide comprehensive training and all the necessary equipment.

As a Teaching Coordinator in one of our UK centres, you will **manage a small team of teachers** to **ensure that all aspects of the academic department in your centre run smoothly** and that students are kept safe and happy throughout their time with us.

**About us**:
Europa School of English runs fun and entertaining summer camps for our European students visiting the UK on language holidays. UK Centres for 2024 will run in Bournemouth, Exeter, Winchester, Moyles Court (Ringwood), Tiverton. Students between the ages of 11 to 17 travel to our centres (some University campuses/some private schools) in the UK and take part in lessons in the mornings and trips and activities in the afternoons and evenings. Most students stay in residential accommodation on site, but some are with host families.

**Requirements**:

- **Full-time availability** in the centre:

- Bournemouth (from 28/06/2024 until 25/08/2024).
- Winchester, Exeter (28/06/2024 - 09/08/2024).
- **Part-time availability** from May 06/05/2024 (5 hrs per week approx.) working from home.
- University degree - DELTA or equivalent (Level 7, Master’s) is preferred, CELTA or equivalent is essential.
- Right to work in the UK.
- 2 up-to-date references (which will be checked).
- **Safeguarding **our young students is the most important priority for our school and as such no contracts will be awarded without** full ID checks, references and appropriate police/DBS checks**.
- Participation in Safeguarding training (provided by us).
- DBS certificate or police clearance (not older than 1 year). To be paid for by us if not available.
- Excellent **English language skills**, the ability to communicate in one or more additional language is a plus.
- Experience in **leading and managing a team** (ideally in an international context). Experience in running a busy, international summer/holiday camp is a huge advantage.
- Good **organisational and time-management skills**, ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Successfully completion of our pre-season training sessions as well as participation in the Destination Training in the Summer Centre (3 days before the opening of the season).

**Responsibilities prior to the season**:

- Attend training sessions on all administration tasks to be ready **to run the academic side in your centre to the company’s standards.**:

- Provide **induction** for all teaching staff in your centre (prior the season or on their first day).
- Set up and manage **communication systems** that will be essential for the management of your teaching team during the season.
- **Meet and liaise with campus staff** where necessary (depending on centre location).
- Familiarise yourself with the **company policies and procedures** particularly in regard to safeguarding and student welfare.
- Familiarise yourself with the **products on offer** in the centre to ensure our offer is in line with client expectations.

**Responsibilities during the main season**:

- Provide **on-site induction** prior the season or on teachers’ first day
- Train teachers to use **the App** to monitor student attendance.
- Provide **support and guidance** for teaching staff in the centre.
- Ensure the **availability of materials** for all teachers.
- Host and record **weekly teacher meetings**.
- Carry out **lesson observations** and brief **feedback sessions** with the teaching staff and write references for teaching staff at the end of the season.
- Maintain **academic administration** (e.g. class registers, class lists, records of work).
- **Plan** and **allocate** **teaching hours** by producing a weekly teaching **timetable**.
- Using our software** Record teaching hours** electronically and **ensure payments** are accurate and timely.
- Manage student **testing**, **class placement**, **feedback**, **reporting**, **certificate completion** and
- **Manage** student, group leader and agent **enquiries** as far as teaching is concerned.
- Take immediate action on any complaints and any damage reports, reporting to the Centre Manager.
- Work closely with the Management team (Centre Manager) and Director of Studies to **ensure academic part is well-integrated**. Communicate with providers and partners within the destination.
- Assist with the **recruitment of a limited number** **of teaching staff** in emergency situations during the season with the assistance of the Director of Studies.
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