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Director of Studies - Summer School

Ardmore Language Schools

London (Greater), GBFull-timeIn-personPosted 6 days ago

About this role

The Director of Studies’ key responsibilities are to ensure the smooth running and successful delivery of all aspects of the academic programme on centre, and to work closely with the other managers to provide a cohesive, productive, and enjoyable experience for the students, staff, and group leaders. The Director of Studies will provide ongoing support for EFL Teachers in the preparation, co-ordination, and teaching of English, as well as clear guidance and encouraging teacher development.

The Director of Studies uses our in-house resources and syllabus to implement the academic programme.
The DOS is responsible for supporting planning, lesson delivery, academic administration, checking class registers, and monitoring student progress to achieve the objectives of our syllabus.
The DOS needs to ensure that the lessons being delivered are engaging, age and level appropriate, effective, fun, and student-centered to suit our young learners needs.
The DOS organizes and manages the Level Assessments for students at the start of the course, the Progress Reviews during and at the end of the course, academic timetabling, course planning, and student graduation. Where applicable, he/she will organize and oversee the delivery of Trinity or other exams.
The DOS will also work closely with the Activities Manager to provide Active English sessions and increase the opportunities for students to improve their English outside the classroom.
The DOS inducts and manages a team of teachers, creating a positive, enthusiastic environment to deliver a high-quality programme and achieve student satisfaction.
The DOS is responsible for teacher appraisals, delivering feedback, promoting CPD, and addressing any performance issues that arise.
The DOS monitors teaching staff levels and liaises with the Recruitment Manager to maintain appropriate teacher to student ratios. At the end of the course the DOS must write a full job specific report for the Academic Director.