Job Title / EFL Teacher
Reports To / Academic Manager & Activity Manager
Main
Responsibilities / Teaching & Learning
  • Have read and understood the LSETeacher Handbook and be fully conversant with LSE’s policies for the welfare and protection of children.
  • Assist in carrying out student induction, placement tests and marking.
  • Demonstrate an ability to plan lessons effectively, appropriate to both the course objectives and the needs of students.
  • Show sound knowledge of the linguistic systems of English and be able to model both spoken and written English appropriately.
  • Demonstrate an ability to manage resources appropriately and effectively to facilitate learning.
  • Use appropriate feedback and correction techniques.
  • Ensure a positive and safe learning atmosphere within the classroom.
  • Attend CPD sessions as specified by the DoS/Academic Manager/Academic Coordinator.
Activities & Excursions
  • Lead and assist groups on afternoon, evening and weekend excursions on a rota basis and ensure the safety and welfare of the students.
  • Read all material provided by the Activity Manager/coordinator to gain knowledge on the cities/attractions listed on the programmes.
  • Provide students with the necessary information to help them get the maximum benefit from their stay.
  • Aim to answer enquiries any students or Group Leaders have about the excursions and endeavour to find out if unsure.
  • Actively encourage the involvement of students in activities and on trips.
  • Look after materials/equipment and ensure they are returned at the end of each trip/activity.
  • Provide feedback on the programme and on risk assessments for the Activities Team.
Welfare/Other
  • Have read and understood the Employee Handbook.
  • Carry out mealtime and general supervisiondutiesas per rota.
  • Assist with airport transfers and student arrivals and departures.
  • Assist in closing the centre and returning equipment.
  • Participate in the staff induction day.
  • Additional duties as required.

Compiled by / CMC
Date / November 2016

Person Specification

Essential / Desirable
Education Level /
  • Educated to degree level

Professional Qualifications /
  • CELTA/Trinity CertTESOL
or
  • PGCE in English/Modern Languages with ELT/TESOL subsidiary

Experience /
  • Previous experience of teaching EFL classes
/
  • Previous experience of working on residential programmes
  • Experience of working with teenagers

Personal Skills and Qualities /
  • Awareness of appropriate boundaries in relations with students
  • Enthusiastic and flexible
  • Ability to be patient with teenagers
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Time management skills
  • IT literate
  • Ability to work to a high standard under pressure
  • Professional appearance
/
  • First Aid certificate
  • An interest in sports/arts & crafts/drama