Assistant Director of Studies

Assistant Director of Studies EF International Language School Perth An exciting Assistant DoS career opportunity of interest to senior teachers/team members Teaching: taking over own cycles and classes, as well covering classes when needed Help to recruit, induct, observe and develop new teaching staff with the appropriate experience and qualifications. Help to provide ongoing professional development programs for teachers e.g. training, observations, leading meetings etc. Manage staff workload allocation including timetable planning and student allocation Maintain and develop teaching tools and resources Attend and sometimes lead regular teachers' meeting. Ensure that EF standards and expectations are met and exceeded on a daily basis Have a positive impact on the student experience at all times, including class allocation according to level, age and nationality and producing timely, appropriate feedback and reports and cross-departmental cooperation and collaboration to support academic infusion across activities. Managing student queries or concerns in a professional, caring and enthusiastic manner. Providing a supportive and professional academic support service to all students Requirements CELTA qualified or equivalent; undergraduate degree or equivalent, or working towards TEFLQ status Experience in management of people and programs preferred Ability to effectively lead and motivate both staff and students Strong customer-service focus with a commitment to the highest possible standards A strategic thinker and planner, able to prioritise and multi-task Excellent communicator, with ability to build and maintain strong relationships Resourceful Working to deadlines whilst remaining flexible at all times Able to handle difficult situations with ease and remain calm under pressure Commitment to the academic success and broader success of our students and our school Ability to adapt in a fast paced, exciting work environment; positive attitude A strong sense of ownership and the drive to succeed Experience with teenagers and young adults an advantage Candidates must apply by sending a CV and covering letter. About us EF Education First is a global education company focusing on language, academic, cultural exchange, and educational travel programs. We believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Our culturally immersive education programs—focused on language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics—turn dreams into international opportunities. When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique. Founded in Sweden in 1965, EF has school and offices around the world, including hubs in Boston, London, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more. Learn more at EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS and character reference check. References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. #J-18808-Ljbffr