Academic Director

  • Full-time

Company Description

EF stands for “Education First”. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people transform their lives by breaking down the barriers of language, culture and geography.  Today we’re the world’s largest private education company- offering every imaginable way to learn a language, travel abroad, experience another culture, or earn an academic degree.  For more information, visit http://www.ef.com/careers.

 

Job Description

Academic Director

EF International Language Centers

San Diego, CA

 

Synopsis

EF International Language Centers is looking for an experienced leader to direct the academic team at our San Diego center located on the Alliant University campus. This position includes managing 20+ part-time and full time teachers, as well as directing all functional and logistical aspects of the academic program.  EF is the market leader in a growing industry at the crossroads of education and travel.  The hallmarks of success in this role are passion, ability to think quickly on your feet and attention to detail.

 

The Role

EF offers a wide range of programs to meet the English education needs of our diverse student body, including general English integrated skills and elective classes. As the Academic Director, you will be responsible for implementing a consistent quality of academic programs, while managing a team of teachers.

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Creating and scheduling classes to meet needs of the school and your teaching team
  • Leading teacher training and development; including classroom observations and feedback
  • Working with our online database systems and computer-assisted language learning, as well as doing some curriculum development
  • Liaise internally, with the academic operations team and the academic departments in North America, as well as EF offices worldwide
  • Conduct academic orientation for all incoming students
  • Maintain strong class size averages to ensure cost effective classes
  • Advise students regarding classes, programs, schedules and academic goals

 

Requirements

  • MA in TESOL or related field preferred/ BA with equivalent experience considered
  • Direct management/supervisory experience (1 year min.) and excellent leadership skills
  • Minimum 3 years ESL/EFL teaching experience
  • Proven record of flexible and creative decision-making
  • Overseas teaching experience strongly recommended

 

To Apply

  • Send a cover letter outlining your enthusiasm for international education and fit for the job
  • Provide a resume showcasing you skills and experience

 

International Language Schools offers language courses for students 16 to adult at our schools around the world. Our flexible courses in top destinations allow students of all language levels to study abroad when it’s convenient for them at a course intensity that fits their goals. With EF you learn a language by living it! www.ef.com/master/ils

 

International Language Schools is a division of EF. EF stands for “Education First”. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people transform their lives by breaking down the barriers of language, culture and geography.  Today we’re the world’s largest private education company- offering every imaginable way to learn a language, travel abroad, experience another culture, or earn an academic degree.  For more information, visit http://www.ef.com/careers.


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Additional Information

EF is an equal opportunities employer. EF offers competitive salaries and a multicultural working environment. If you are motivated by the prospect of an international career with a dynamic and forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you.