DIRECTOR OF STUDIES – SUMMER SCHOOL GALWAY
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In this capacity you will be expected to perform all acts, duties and functions as John Daly Atlantic Language Galway Ltd.
Academic Department
Reports To Junior Programmes Director, Academic Manager
Subordinates Teaching staff, Academic Assistant
Location Galway
Timetable Fixed term Temporary full-time 11 June 2018 – 3 August 2018
Atlantic Language’s mission is to:“Achieve excellence in providing tuition, accommodation, customer support and related services to enable and support the life and learning objectives of our students in the unique social and cultural environment of Ireland”
To realise this, the aims in addition to the roles and responsibilities listed below are to:
Provide quality tuition to all of our students in an effective and professional manner;
Offer a teaching and learning environment that is both dynamic and innovative in nature;
Facilitate openness and participation in both teaching and learning through encouraging a diverse,welcoming, communicative and friendly school setting;
Offer a study setting where students may develop language skills, grow in confidence and develop personally;
Promote a working atmosphere allowing staff members to utilise their abilities and potential to contribute to their own professional careers and to the life of the school;
Provide the opportunity to experience the unique life, environment and culture of Ireland.
Role overview Responsible for the day-to-day management of the summer school teaching team, the administration of the academic programme, and the successful delivery of all aspects of the academic programme which includes both teacher and student pathways.
Essential
MUST be degree qualified Experience of academic management of YL centres
Minimum 5 years’ English Language Teaching experience at all levels of YLs
Experience of teacher observations and teacher development
Excellent communication skills Demonstrable IT proficiency
Track record of proficiency in time management
Strong people management skills
Desirable
DELTA qualified or equivalent
Experience of YL ELT in an international context
Familiarity with EAQUALS accreditation of language schools and associatedquality assurance
Experience of curriculum and syllabus writing and development for YLs
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge and understanding of up-to-date Child Protection regulations
Note The above areas contain a list of general points for consideration. Atlantic Language provides more detailed information for each of the outlined areas in a full Job Description to shortlisted candidates
Salary and Benefits Competitive, based on experience
Closing Date Friday 25th may 2018
Please send your cover letter and CV to: Sharon.mannion@atlantic.ac