Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking Center Directors to ensure the delivery of our exciting international summer school programs in our Summer Schools in United Kingdom and North America for 2024 Summer.
The MLA Center Director is a full-time, seasonal position (mid-June until mid-August). As the Center Director, you would be the main point of contact at an MLA Summer School and responsible for all operations and employees. You will reside on campus and monitor the safety and well‑being of international high school students attending our cultural immersion program.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Responsible for the overall Management of the Summer School
Reports to Operations Manager
6 working days per week
1 Day off per week
The Center Director is required to reside on campus for the duration of the program. They will also oversee nightly on-call responsibilities.
Required Skills
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
Positive outlook
Enthusiasm
Dedicated leader
Excellent organization skills
Ability to work long hours in a high-pressure environment
Company
For almost 50 years, MLA World has been bridging cultures together through education and world travel. We are a company dedicated to encouraging the growth of global citizens through English language learning abroad and safe, culturally immersive youth programming. With travel and education at the forefront of our mission, MLA’s work culture is always exciting and full of change. We are an international team who loves sharing culture, stories of travel, and a passion for working with youth and enlarging their perspectives of the world.
Company Mission Statement
MLA Move Language Ahead is an industry leader committed to providing premier international study abroad programs that ensure the highest levels of safety, education, and cultural immersion.
LOCATIONS
CANADA
Metropolitan University, Toronto, ONT
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE
As a successful candidate for this role, you should have a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. You are also enthusiastic with excellent organizational skills, the ability to be creative, good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a high-pressure environment. As a representative of MLA and our values, you will be a good model of those values to subordinates and colleagues.
Further required skills include:
Capacity to motivate a team and lead by example
Ability to multi-task
Excellent communication (verbal and written)
Attention to detail
Self‑motivation
Aptitude to effectively use Microsoft Excel
Ability to be pleasant, polite, and cooperative with fellow employees, vendors, and guests
Additional preferred qualifications:
Prior work experience leading a team
Prior experience overseeing a strict operating budget
First Aid certification
Lifeguard certification
The completion of a satisfactory background check, including a child abuse clearance, is required
KEY POSITION
ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Smaller Centers do not have all management positions, such as a Center Administrator. Those responsibilities would fall to the Center Director who will oversee taking on and delegating such tasks.
Pre-Program
Attend all required, paid training/induction meetings prior to the start of a session
Review itineraries and become knowledgeable with all aspects of the program
Review the Center Set-up Guide and all handbooks
Become familiar with the MLAEasy Center Management software
Communicate with the center staff regarding move-in, training, and any other pre-program information
Management of the Center
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional Center Office
Oversee the efficient completion of all duties of all staff
Review all details pertaining to the day-to-day Center operations and ensure all program components are properly planned and delivered
Work in conjunction with the Director of Studies to confirm the tuition program is running in accordance with company standards
Hold a minimum of two meetings with Group Leaders to be sure they are fully aware of their responsibilities and to ensure their needs and those of their students are being met
Ensure the Center Administrator hold regular meetings with Campus Partners which may include Conference Services, Dining Services, and Public…
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