Assistant Director of Studies at Education First

EF Cape Town is currently seeking an energetic individual for the full time position of Assistant Director of Studies. This position is perfect for someone who wants to use and continue developing their educational leadership skills in a supportive environment which focuses on providing quality learning outcomes in a fun and personalised way, both within and beyond the classroom.
 

The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Assisting the DoS in the planning and scheduling of General English, Cambridge, IELTS, Business English and Special Interest classes
• Being available to help students with questions, class change requests, language goals etc.
• Testing and placing students into classes on a weekly basis and participating in orientation
• Finding relief teachers when necessary
• Teaching a set amount per week up to full-time, and possible relief teaching (hours vary according to needs)
• Tracking student attendance, issuing formal warnings and counselling students
• Conducting teacher observations and providing constructive feedback
• Leading professional development training and workshops
• Monitoring and supporting teachers’ use of EF blended learning materials
• Liaising with EF Sales Offices to ensure high student satisfaction with internal communication
• Working with the DoS, School Director, Activities, Accommodation, and Student Services teams to run cohesive and memorable school events

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, the candidate must be a qualified and talented teacher with the ability to lead by example, and an ability to work well in a range of administrative roles. The candidate must be:

• Creative, flexible and resourceful
• Detail-oriented
• Able to work flexible hours
• A clear communicator

The candidate must have:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• TESOL qualification as recognised by NEAS (CELTA, Certificate IV in TESOL, etc.)
• Minimum two years’ experience teaching a wide range of levels and specialised courses
• South African Citizenship, South African Permanent Residency, or a visa which allows you to work full-time in South Africa for at least two years

Desirable:

• DELTA, or MA TESOL / MA Applied Linguistics
• Experience supporting teachers in special courses, e.g. Cambridge
• Experience providing professional development workshops and teacher observations

Please apply by submitting a cover letter outlining why you are suitable for the role as well as a CV.