Director of Studies: New Academic Management Positions in China
China
- Beijing:
Beijing
- Shanghai:
Shanghai
- Hangzhou:
Hangzhou
- All Other Areas in China:
Suzhou,
Guangzhou,
Nanjing,
Tianjin,
ChongQing,
Shenzhen,
Wuxi
- Xi'an:
Xi'an
Length of Position: One year, renewable
Description:
EF English First, with 150 schools in China, is the market leader and is opening new schools every month. We are looking for dynamic, enthusiastic individuals, who are excited by the challenge of running a language school, improving both its programs and the quality of instruction from the teaching staff. As a Director of Studies (DOS), you will be responsible for ensuring the academic integrity of the programme through the development and management of the academic team; training of all staff in academic matters; the implementation of new directives while maintaining the highest standards of service and operations in order to consistently provide students with quality English language education. The duties of a DOS include: * support, guidance and training for teachers * management of resources (human and material) * scheduling of classes * quality control of the academic program * overseeing of placement testing * organization of extra-curricular activities * participation in the growth and development of the school Candidates are encouraged to send speculative applications for specific provinces as positions are filled very quickly.
Highlights:
We offer: * Competitive salary * Roundtrip airfare * Official work Z-Visa * Comprehensive health insurance * Paid vacation in addition to public holidays - celebrate the holidays and customs of the local people during Spring Festival and China's National Day. Use your free time to travel around and experience all that China has to offer * Help on arrival: airport pickup, welcome package, teacher handbook, orientation, temporary housing, etc * Startup loans * Professional development training and academic support * Career promotion and transfer throughout the worlds leading private educational organization * Free Chinese lessons
Qualifications:
* College/University graduate * A recognized TEFL qualification * A minimum of 2 years EFL teaching experience * Computer literate * Native English Speaker * Passport holder from a native English speaking country Preferrable: * Diploma level EFL teaching qualification and/or Masters in TEFL or related subject * Previous supervisory experience, preferably in an educational environment Personal Profile * Able to show initiative, share ideas and best practice * Possesses strong inter-personal skills * Friendly, approachable, supportive and fair * Committed to continuing professional development * Able to work under pressure and adapt to change * Professional and of smart appearance * Responsive to the needs and interests of staff and students * Acts in the best interest of the company and its clients * Exemplifies a model of professional conduct * Service minded
Salary / Pay: All positions offer market competitive salaries, reimbursed flights, free accommodation, legal work visa and comprehensive medical insurance.
Experience Required: yes
This Program is open to
American,
Australian,
Canadian,
European
and Kiwi
Participants.
Participants Travel to China
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- In-Person Interview when Feasible
- Letters of Reference
- Resume
- Written Application
Post-Program Services Include:
- Alumni Network
- Job and Internship Network
EF English First's Mission Statement: EF English First is part of EF, a global enterprise that has been in the business of education for 44 years. Founded on the premise of breaking down the barriers of language and culture, we have grown to being the largest English language training school on earth, operating in 53 countries worldwide. Today 3,000 staff and 23,000 teachers help people of all ages and nationalities explore the world in which they live. Every year we encourage about two million people to expand their own personal horizons and learn a language with EF.
Year Founded: 1965
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