Summer ESL Teaching Manager, Emerson College, Boston

Job Type : Non-Residential, Full-Time, Fixed Term

Reports to : Academic Manager

Dates : July 15- July 17

Working Hours:

• July 15- July 16: 8:15-12:45
• July 17: 8:15-12:45 & 1:45-6:15
  

Primary Role

This is a senior position, and the successful candidate will be a member of the school’s management structure. The holder has the key task of leading and managing the academic life of the center and plays a crucial role in whole-school strategy and development. You will inspire teachers to deliver high-quality, communicative lessons. You will also be responsible for communicating with the Center Director and Group Leaders about academic-related matters.

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

Lead and manage the Academic Team in the center by encouraging, supporting and challenging teachers to maintain ISV USA’s high academic standards

Ensure teachers prepare lessons and adapt material/stages to their class composition and support teachers in delivering the ISV USA syllabus

Deal with day-to-day issues of the academic department, as and when they arise and with student and group leader enquiries on academic matters

Ensure teachers are present in their assigned classrooms prior to the commencement of each lesson, adhering strictly to the official ISV USA timetable

Deal with student discipline issues and report any persistent bad behavior to the Centre Director

Attend and assist in welcome meetings and graduation ceremonies, as required by the Centre Director

Staff Management

Ensure there is a clear communication channel with staff and have an open-door policy

Monitor staff performance and teachers prompt completion of all administrative tasks required

Chair academic meetings in the center

Serve as the primary contact for all teacher inquiries, offering essential advice and support

Cover for absent staff

Arrange cover for absent staff and record and monitor all absences

Supervise the preparation of student reports within agreed deadlines

Inform the Academic Manager of all academic needs in the center

Delegate tasks to an assistant, if available, while providing necessary support and guidance

Conduct formal observations and provide feedback according to the ISV USA observation guidelines and rubric

Administrative

Assist the Academic Manager with student admissions, monitor and manage arrangements for entrance testing and assessment

Oversee the allocation of staff in consultation with the Academic Manager

Oversee the timetabling and administration of preparation

Monitor live updates of student attendance online and liaise with the Centre Director on student attendance matters

Supervise the completion of up-to-date teaching records online and student feedback questionnaires

Maintain accurate and complete online staff and student records, including completing and sending off staff timesheets for payment.

Program Setup

Attend all required training and orientation meetings before the session starts.

Review ESL curriculum, lesson plans, and accompanying materials before the program begins.

Participate in student welcome meeting, if required

Be proactive in providing support and guidance to teachers, including leading teacher training day

Supply additional materials to supplement the curriculum where necessary

Participate in and assist with the session graduation ceremony

Equipment and Facilities

Effectively manage resources and materials, making sure that they are returned to the staff room at the end of each teaching day

Ensure teachers’ rooms and classrooms are left secure and tidy after use

Ensure borrowed equipment has been returned

Help develop, advance and expand teaching resources

Keep an inventory of materials and ensure any unused items are returned to the Head Office at the end of the summer.

Safeguarding and Welfare

Prioritize the safety and welfare of students at all times.

Provide safety and welfare assistance to students

Report any issues which may be affecting students’ safety, wellbeing and academic performance

Be aware of relevant fire, health and safety issues in the classroom and around the center

Ensure all staff are aware of accident and emergency procedures

Professional Conduct

Uphold and actively contribute to ISV USA's mission of delivering high-quality programs.

Maintain a professional and presentable appearance.

Ensure teachers maintain smart dress and professional behavior at all times.

Ensure prompt start times for all scheduled duties; if unavoidable delays occur, notify your manager immediately.

Cultivate positive professional relationships with teachers, students and ISV colleagues, and represent ISV USA positively in all conversations with clients, staff and the host center.

ISV USA strictly enforces a zero-tolerance policy against abusive behavior, including violence, threatening, or disrespectful behavior or disorderly conduct.

The information above is not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties to ensure the smooth running of ISV USA operations.

Requirements

Essential

Must have the right to work in the US and complete a satisfactory criminal background check if required;

An advanced degree (master’s level or above), preferably in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or a related field is required

Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references

3–5+ years ESL or English teaching experience with teenagers

Be proficient in the use of IT

Desirable

ESL or English Summer School Teaching/Managerial experience in the US

Teacher Management experience

Teacher Training experience

First Aid Qualification

Person Specification

Ability to develop positive relationships with students, earning their trust whilst maintaining proper professional boundaries

Display absolute commitment to the highest standards of professional behavior and, at all times, to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children

Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)

Be committed to continuous personal and professional development

Team player

Motivate and inspire teachers sensitively and constructively and, where necessary, challenge colleagues assertively.

Self-motivated and passionate about driving up standards in management, teaching and learning

Be determined, well-organized and extremely hard-working

Ability to work accurately and calmly and show resilience when under pressure.

Be supportive and help staff with the use of IT

Ability to provide creative ideas to supplement program curriculum to facilitate learning

Customer orientated approach: highly aware of cultural sensitivities. Communicate clearly and persuasively with Group Leaders and students to ensure procedures are followed.

Ready to initiate and manage change, where necessary.

Benefits

HOURS: 27 hours (15h teaching + 12h extra: breaks, orientation, training, welcome meeting, graduation ceremony, daily meetings, admin)

PAY: $1,080- $1,134 for a 3-day program

Returning staff will automatically receive the higher pay rate.

LUNCH: Free lunch on Friday CONTRACT: Temporary, fixed term PREPARATION: An online orientation session with the Academic Manager needs to be completed in order to participate in the program