Academic Manager for English 1 HS Group - Bandung

English 1 Indonesia; Kota Bandung; On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and supportive team at a leading international education company, where you will play a vital role in enhancing the academic experience for students. As a Senior Teaching Manager, you will lead the academic team, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning. Your responsibilities will include managing schedules, supporting teacher development, and maintaining academic integrity. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of students and teachers alike, in a collaborative environment that values growth and excellence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of TEFL teaching experience and 2 years of managerial experience.
• Strong commitment to professional development for self and staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage academic team and ensure quality of English 1 language program.
• Support recruitment and training of teachers for the center.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Detail-oriented

Proficient in MS Office

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

At English 1, we provide life-changing education for global citizens. For over 50 years, our mission has been to give confidence and freedom to people of all ages, nationalities, and backgrounds. As an English 1 employee, you will become part of the world's largest privately-owned international education company, with more than 500 schools and offices worldwide and 80 centers in Indonesia. With the support of our united team, you will be able to open the world through education.

As the leader of the academic team, a Senior Teaching Manager will work alongside the Sales and Service teams to ensure the academic quality and integrity of the English 1 language program and the center’s development as a unit. You will support the Center Director in the management and development of the academic team and adherence to operational performance indicators such as production efficiency, staff and student retention, and customer satisfaction.

What exactly will you be doing?

Communication - Becoming an effective communicator skilled at influencing the team in the best interest of English 1 and having a strong awareness of customer requirements.

Scheduling and Teacher Utility – Managing teacher’s schedules, group size, and utility in the best interest of the center and ensuring the effective scheduling of classes, extra-curricular activities, and events in accordance with English 1 Guidelines.

Continuous Professional Development –Taking an active role in the teacher’s professional development through induction and onboarding, regular training and development, and evaluation. Conducting teacher Performance Reviews according to English 1 standards.

Academic Administration - Become familiar with English 1 company procedures, coordinate, and implement all operational procedures in a timely manner. Ensure all required paperwork and reports are submitted by the assigned due date and time.

English 1 Product Support - Proactively monitor the effectiveness of English 1 products and provide appropriate feedback through established channels.

Facilities and Resources - Train teachers in sensible resource management and maintain a presentable center; also manage and maintain an inventory of academic equipment belonging to the center.

Classroom Teaching - Teach professional courses based on customer needs and provide lessons to the highest standards using a variety of motivating techniques.

Recruitment – Work with the national recruitment team and independently to recruit and hire the best International and Indonesian teachers for the center.

Qualities and Skills:

• Highly motivated, proactive, and driven
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, approachable, supportive, and fair
• Committed to continuing professional development (self and staff)
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to change
• Detail-oriented
• Business and service minded
• Computer literate (Proficient in MS Office Package)
• Professional, neat and well groomed, well dressed.

Requirements:

• College/University Bachelor’s graduate
• Previous managerial experience, preferably in an educational environment
• A minimum of 6 years of TEFL teaching experience and 2 years of managing a team
• A recognized TEFL qualification (min. 120 hours) or equivalent
• Live around Bandung area or willing to relocate
• Ready to be placed at English 1 centers in Bandung area