Summer Centre Teacher

Emerald Cultural Institute provides a transformative educational and cultural experience within a positive, nurturing environment where both students and staff can grow and prepare to meet their personal and professional goals.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE
: 15-04-25
RESPONSIBLE FOR
: Delivering lessons in accordance with ECI standards which stimulate the students, and enhance their confidence in learning the language.
REPORTS TO
: Director of Studies (DoS)/Activity Manager
DATES
: July and August
LOCATION
: Campuses across the City Centre, Rathgar and Ranelagh areas.
RESPONSIBILITIES
:
• Attend a teacher training and induction session prior to starting work (all teachers).
• Arrive punctually, if possible, two days before the start date to attend a pre-course meeting and training.
If not possible, the training can be provided on the first day.
• Teach 15–30 hours of English lessons (ECI syllabus) on five days per week, including both morning and afternoon sessions.
• Follow the framework syllabus with a focus on language skills in the morning lessons and interactive language use.
• Prepare and deliver English lessons as assigned by the Centre Director of Studies (DoS), ensuring all required photocopies are made before class.
Teachers should not leave the classroom during lessons to avoid leaving students unsupervised.
• Use recommended resource materials (or substitute own resources in consultation with the DoS/Senior Teacher) while respecting all copyright requirements.
• Provide feedback to students and assign/correct homework, which should require students to use English outside the classroom to obtain information or complete tasks.
• Complete and maintain accurate class and attendance records, as well as student reports and progress check results, as required by the DoS/Senior Teacher.
• Assist with the welcome, induction, and testing of students on the first morning.
• Co-operate with the DoS, Senior Teacher, third-party agents, colleagues from language agencies, and accrediting inspectors in lesson observations and evaluations.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings for briefing and discussion of academic and welfare matters.
• Report any concerns regarding students to the DoS or Centre Manager as appropriate.
• Liaise with colleagues to ensure that the program delivered is integrated.
• Create a positive learning environment where all students feel included.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
:
• Primary Degree (minimum level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications, NFQ) from a recognized third-level institution or university.
• A recognized ESL/EFL qualification in English Language Teaching, approved or certified by ACELS/QQI (details available on ).
• Experience working with teenagers is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• An interest in other cultures and a professional, presentable appearance.
• Garda Vetting (this is arranged through ECI according to regulations governing the recognised language-school sector in Ireland).
WORKING HOURS
:
5 mornings per week – Monday to Friday (either 15 hours or 30 hours of teaching weekly depending on age-group taught)
OPTIONAL: Afternoon teaching work (on some schedules)
Afternoon and/or evening/weekend work on the social and cultural programme as agreed with the Centre Manager.
N.B. Teachers employed on a package basis will be assigned this work weekly.
If additional work is available once all of these teachers have had their schedules assigned, the Centre Manager will check availability with other staff members.
SALARY
:
Commensurate with experience.
Emerald Cultural Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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