DIRECTOR OF STUDIES – SUMMER SCHOOL GALWAY

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