Job Description

Company Description

Alpadia Language Schools develops language skills through summer courses in English, French and German for juniors across Europe. Alpadia enjoys a premium reputation being part of the Kaplan International Languages group. All our schools are in exclusive locations and provide a fantastic setting to thrive.

Established in 1996 and ever-growing, Alpadia\'s mission is to encourage language development through immersion, broaden students\' horizons and inspire their futures. By joining Alpadia for Summer 2024, you will be a part of our growing, diverse, and vibrant team welcoming international students from around the world.

We also aim to provide a developing and enriching experience for our employees and to help you develop personally and professionally.



Join ALPADIA\'s team to make summer 2024 an unbelievable experience! We are looking for highly motivated people, who have the ability to engage and inspire young students, and who are looking for an enriching and educational experience themselves.

We are currently recruiting English Language Teacher/ Creative Arts Teacher on a fixed term summer contract.

Your role:

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of all students in our care
• Ensure all language tuition is appropriate to a camp environment in line with the Alpadia syllabus and course structure
• Have and demonstrate a sound knowledge and awareness of the use of English and the linguistic systems underlying it, providing appropriate models of both spoken and written English
• Ensure the content of the lessons considers the course objectives, the learning needs, and cultural backgrounds of the students
• Ensure each lesson leads to relevant learning outcomes, which are made known to students, and which are achieved through a coherent sequence of activities
• Ensure the teaching techniques are appropriate to the focus of the lesson and to the needs of the group and individual learners
• Ensure learning is promoted by the effective management of the classroom environment and resources
• Ensure students receive appropriate and timely feedback on their performance during the lesson
• Ensure lessons include activities to evaluate whether learning is taking place
• Ensure students are engaged and create positive learning atmosphere is created
• Show initiative to ensure the syllabus is adapted to meet the specific needs of our students, both at a class and individual level
• Encourage the sole use of the target language in classrooms wherever possible, both from the students and the other teachers
• Always represent ALPADIA in the best possible way, being polite and friendly to the students, both inside and outside of the classroom
• Engage positively in a reflective teaching approach and developmental observation process, embracing an \xe2\x80\x9copen-door\xe2\x80\x9d classroom policy
• Arrive at the centre, and ensure all lessons start and finish on time
• Actively participate in all staff meetings as necessary
• Attend, and where necessary contribute to, weekly Professional Development Sessions in a spirit of positive engagement
• Assist with placement testing as required
• Read, understand, and sign any relevant risk assessments as required
• Liaise with the Camp Manager/Academic Manager to resolve any instances of issues/questions/concerns raised by students, agents, parents, or other stakeholders
• Always maintain proper levels of student discipline, safety, and welfare, highlighting any issues to the Camp Manager or Academic Manager

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• TEFL qualification (Essential)
• First Degree or equivalent (level 6)
• CELTA, Trinity Cert. TESOL or equivalent
• DELTA or Dip TESOL - (Desirable)
• PGCE in Creative Arts

Skills & Experience

• Excellent communication skills (Essential)
• Ability to motivate and enjoy working with large groups of children/teenagers (Essential)
• Excellent organisational skills (Essential)
• Ability to work well in a team (Essential)
• Positive, flexible and adaptable attitude towards team working and teaching (Essential)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a client focused approach (Essential)
• Experience of teaching in summer camps (Desirable)
• Experience of teaching junior students (Desirable)

Additional Information

We offer you:

• A competitive salary.
• A great summer work-life balance with only 15 - 18.75 contact hours,
• A Monday to Friday timetable, with no working hours after 13:00 (13:30 on Wednesdays)
• A prepared, yet flexible, course requiring minimum preparation
• A dedicated academic management team and support staff to ensure a smooth summer experience
• No residential, activity or supervision responsibilities beyond the classroom
• CPD sessions with qualified Academic Managers
• Small manageable class sizes with a fantastic nationality mix
• Attractive bonus options for returners
• The possibility of career progression within Kaplan International Languages
• An inclusive organisation with positive student and staff feedback

Location of our course centre and dates of commitment:

• Monday - Friday
• 5 x Morning (08:30 - 12:30) teaching with c.15-18.75 hours EFL contact time per week
• 3 x Afternoon (14:00 - 17:00) teaching with 9 hours Fashion Course contact time per week
• London Central, London UCL 01.07.24 -09.08.24

Miscellaneous:

• Typically a residential position with accommodation provided on site
• We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students therefore all staff employed will be required to provide / undergo an Enhanced DBS check (and provide overseas conduct certificates where applicable)
• Equality and diversity is part of our core purpose. Alpadia summer schools are for everyone. This applies to both our students and our brilliant team of staff.

Do you enjoy teamwork and working with children? Are you ready to get involved and have a new, enriching experience? Send us your application!

Unfortunately only applications accepted for an interview will receive a reply.

Alpadia Languages Schools