Location: Kings London, Beckenham
Reports to: EFL Director of Studies
Start date: ASAP
Salary range: £17.40 to £19.86 per 45-minute lesson
Contract types: Fixed term for summer only
Work hours: Full-time (28 lessons per week) or part-time (20 lessons) plus two non-teaching hours per week;
lessons are 45-minutes long

Role description
The EFL Teacher delivers English language lessons to groups of international students at Kings London, a busy college.

To teach English Language courses to groups of teenagers and adults at levels ranging from Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1) as directed using up-to-date teaching methodologies and approaches; to reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching
To plan, prepare and deliver well-structured lessons appropriate to the students age, nationalities, levels and needs; to differentiate appropriately and respond to the strengths and needs of all students
To demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
To prepare weekly progress tests and complete weekly progress reports to monitor student progress
To set, mark and assess students course work, homework and other assignments as appropriate
To assess and provide timely feedback on achievement, progress and developmental needs to students, sponsors, parents, and academic managers
To write student progress and end-of-course reports as required
To encourage students to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study by incorporating study skills into their teaching
To provide academic advice, counselling, educational guidance and regular tutorial support to students; to encourage students to set learning targets
To plan out-of-class educational visits and activities as appropriate to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding students have acquired
To establish a positive, safe and stimulating learning environment for international students, rooted in mutual respect
To attend regular meetings for planning, co-ordination and development purposes, as directed
To manage classroom equipment appropriately and report any malfunctioning equipment to the DoS, EFL Coordinator or relevant member of staff
To complete administrative tasks necessary for the smooth running of the college
To engage in professional development as appropriate to the needs of the college and your own interests and level of qualification
To attend and contribute to conferences, courses and other special interest groups, as directed
To maintain a professional demeanour at all times within the college, helping to create a positive working environment for both students and staff alike
To take reasonable care for the health and safety of self and others who may be affected by acts or omissions related to your work
To implement the Kings Behaviour and Discipline policy
To adhere to all statutory regulations and to Kings policies and procedures
To adhere to the processes and procedures detailed in the Teachers Manual and to the Kings Colleges Teachers Standards
To make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the college
To work collaboratively with other members of teaching or administrative staff
To maintain high standards in your own attendance and punctuality
To undertake any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as required

Kings empowers international students to achieve their fullest ambitions, whether developing English skills for life or graduating from British or American universities. At Kings, students always come first.

Please Note:
These duties defined in this Job Description are not definitive and may be subject to future amendments following appropriate consultation.

Person Specification
Kings Colleges is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Kings is an Equal Opportunities employer and we adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of our recruitment process.

Essential
CELTA/TESOL or equivalent qualification
Degree

Preferred
DELTA or equivalent qualification
FCE, CAE, or IELTS experience
Business English teaching experience
English plus Law teaching experience
Minimum one years English language teaching experience

The right person for the position will:
be adept at producing and sharing teaching resources
be capable of delivering dynamic and effective lessons to the full age and ability range of students
be an innovative classroom teacher capable of helping to develop a syllabus that brings the subject to life for our students
have highly effective communication skills for dealing with international students




Successful appointment will be dependent upon:
Enhanced DBS check
Confirmation of right to work in the UK
Satisfactory references (inc confirmation of no child safeguarding concerns)

For more information about Kings please go to our website.
Kings is an Equal Opportunities employer and we adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of our recruitment process.
It is Kings Educations policy not to communicate further with applicants other than those who are shortlisted for a position.