Hourly Paid Teacher

The post is based in a Kaplan International Languages school and may require occasional attendance at other sites within the UK or Ireland. Reports This position reports to the Director of Studies and teachers deliver well planned, engaging and successful lessons in line with the KIL Teaching Standards. They ensure all students have the best Kaplan Experience through top quality customer service.

Duties

• To plan, prepare and deliver lessons in accordance with the standards outlined in the KIL Teaching Standards
• To conduct regular tutorials in accordance with the KIL Independent Learning policy
• To set homework in line with school policy including exercises on K+ Online and ensure all homework is returned within 1 week Academic
• To produce personalised 5 weekly reports on student progress
• To promote independent learning via needs analysis, tutorials, support and reports
• To write lesson plans as and when requested by the Director of Studies for example for twice yearly formal observations, inspections or professional development purposes
• To contribute to the development of KIL materials though trialling and feedback
• To assist in the testing and placement of new and existing students (if required – paid at administrative rates) Administrative
• To keep accurate and up to date records of work done and materials used in class
• To complete the attendance portal within 10 minutes of each lesson starting (or returning from break) and report any absences according to school procedure 2 Customer Service
• To provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers at all times
• To assist students and others with enquiries and requests efficiently and effectively, and to know where to direct those in need of assistance if unable to provide it
• To be helpful and courteous to students and their representatives Compliance
• To have a good working knowledge and understanding of procedural documents and KIL policies relevant to the role
• All employees of Kaplan International English have a responsibility for data protection. They are obliged to undertake training and have a duty to adhere to our Data Protection policies General •To attend the teachers’ meeting once per week
• To be proactive about both your personal and professional development including attendance/completion of all compulsory training sessions and to actively participate in any training offered
• To undertake other duties as deemed necessary by line manager Welfare
• All members of the school team are responsible for all aspects of our students safeguarding and welfare in conjunction with the wider school and company management teams

Qualifications (Essential)

• Bachelor’s degree
• TEFLI Status – For example via a CELTA or equivalent

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Qualified EFL examiner status (Cambridge/IELTS) Experience (Desirable)
• Experience in administration work (preferably in an ELT environment)
• Experience in developing learner autonomy
• Experience in effective student counselling and tutorials
• Experience in student assessment
• Experience in teaching a variety of levels
• Experience in teaching exam preparation and/or business classes
• Experience in using IWB’s in the classroom
• Experience in working in a customer-facing environment 3 Competencies (in alphabetical order) •Ability to develop learner autonomy with students
• Ability to find and present solutions to problems
• Ability to motivate students to achieve goals
• Ability to relate to and build rapport with international students
• Ability to teach effectively, achieve results and inspire students to learn
• Ability to use initiative when required
• Ability to work effectively on an individual basis and as a member of a team
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent IT skills including MS Office
• Excellent organisation skills and ability to multitask and manage conflicting priorities
• Exceptional customer service ethos
• High level of patience and approachability
• Knowledge of IWB programs and educational technology
• Strong attention to detail and high level of data accuracy