Summer Program - Director of Studies

Director Of Studies

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior leadership role in our vibrant summer school. Your expertise will benefit our teachers as you guide and support them with their teaching journey. It's a real team spirit and a truly valuable experience for all involved.

We're an English Language school hosted by our state-of-the-art CATS Academy Boston high school located in Braintree, MA. Our Study Holidays welcome groups of young students from overseas, usually for periods of 7-14 days at a time. During their stay, they're immersed in learning with a fun and dynamic academic and activity program. Employment dates for this position run from mid-June to early August 2026.

• Managing the academic program and the teaching team to ensure that students and teachers alike gain the most from their time in the program
• Responsible for teaching resources and high-quality delivery of lessons
• Ensuring academic lessons and activities are integrated to promote the best learning experience for our students - this includes organizing schedules for teachers who are involved in the activities program
• Holding weekly staff meetings and conducting weekly staff development seminars
• Observing, appraising, and giving feedback on teaching performance in a supportive, effective manner - we're proud to champion staff development here at Stafford House
• Participating in pastoral duties with our students and managing their general wellbeing
• Some overnight residential duties form part of this role
• Actively support fellow management colleagues, i.e., Center Director, Activities Manager, Excursions Manager and Residential Life Manager, to ensure the effective running of the center
• Filling in for teachers to cover absences, as needed
• Answering student emergency phones during off-hours if necessary - this duty is rotated amongst the management team
• Working 6 days per week - as part of the management team, this is a fully immersive position

• Proven successful experience in teaching, with over 3 years of full-time EFL experience
• You must have a TESOL certification or equivalent
• Educated to degree level
• Excellent communicator
• Experience in working with and supervising young people
• Attention to detail
• Team player attitude with fantastic customer service skills
• We are unable to offer sponsorship; therefore, you must be legally able to work in the United States

• Experience working in a fast-paced, fun, and multicultural educational environment
• Working with a highly experienced and supportive team
• Opportunity to gain or further your management experience with full training and ongoing support throughout your contract
• Food + accommodation provided