Summer ESL Teaching Manager, California State University, Northridge, LA

Job Type
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Non-Residential, Full-Time, Fixed Term
Reports to
:
Academic Manager

Dates
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• Session 1:
  July 8
  - July 15
• Session 2A:
  July 22-July 29
• Session 2B:
  July 23-July 30

This is a senior position, and the successful candidate will be a member of the school’s management structure. The holder has the key task of leading and managing the academic life of the center and plays a crucial role in whole-school strategy and development. You will inspire teachers to deliver high-quality, communicative lessons. You will also be responsible for communicating with the Center Director and Group Leaders about academic-related matters.

• Lead and manage the Academic Team in the center by encouraging, supporting and challenging teachers to maintain ISV USA’s high academic standards
• Ensure teachers prepare lessons and adapt material/stages to their class composition and support teachers in delivering the ISV USA syllabus
• Deal with day-to-day issues of the academic department, as and when they arise and with student and group leader enquiries on academic matters
• Ensure teachers are present in their assigned classrooms prior to the commencement of each lesson, adhering strictly to the official ISV USA timetable
• Deal with student discipline issues and report any persistent bad behavior to the Centre Director
• Attend and assist in welcome meetings and graduation ceremonies, as required by the Centre Director

• Ensure there is a clear communication channel with staff and have an open-door policy
• Monitor staff performance and teachers prompt completion of all administrative tasks required
• Chair academic meetings in the center
• Serve as the primary contact for all teacher inquiries, offering essential advice and support
• Cover for absent staff
• Arrange cover for absent staff and record and monitor all absences
• Supervise the preparation of student reports within agreed deadlines
• Inform the Academic Manager of all academic needs in the center
• Delegate tasks to an assistant, if available, while providing necessary support and guidance
• Conduct formal observations and provide feedback according to the ISV USA observation guidelines and rubric

• Assist the Academic Manager with student admissions, monitor and manage arrangements for entrance testing and assessment
• Oversee the allocation of staff in consultation with the Academic Manager
• Oversee the timetabling and administration of preparation
• Monitor live updates of student attendance online and liaise with the Centre Director on student attendance matters
• Supervise the completion of up-to-date teaching records online and student feedback questionnaires
• Maintain accurate and complete online staff and student records, including completing and sending off staff timesheets for payment.

• Attend all required training and orientation meetings before the session starts.
• Review ESL curriculum, lesson plans, and accompanying materials before the program begins.
• Participate in student welcome meeting, if required
• Be proactive in providing support and guidance to teachers, including leading teacher training day
• Supply additional materials to supplement the curriculum where necessary
• Participate in and assist with the session graduation ceremony

• Effectively manage resources and materials, making sure that they are returned to the staff room at the end of each teaching day
• Ensure teachers’ rooms and classrooms are left secure and tidy after use
• Ensure borrowed equipment has been returned
• Help develop, advance and expand teaching resources
• Keep an inventory of materials and ensure any unused items are returned to the Head Office at the end of the summer.

• Prioritize the safety and welfare of students at all times.
• Provide safety and welfare assistance to students
• Report any issues which may be affecting students’ safety, wellbeing and academic performance
• Be aware of relevant fire, health and safety issues in the classroom and around the center
• Ensure all staff are aware of accident and emergency procedures

• Uphold and actively…