ILSC Assistant Director of Studies Temporary Contract
ILSC Assistant Director of Studies Temporary Contract
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Job Description
Role:Assistant Director of Studies
Reports to:Director of Studies
Location:Vancouver BC (onsite)
Employment type: Short term temporary Contract (May 20 to August 15 2025
Description:
ILSC Vancouver is looking for an Assistant Director of Studies (ADoS) to support the Director of Studies starting in May 20 to August 15 2025. The position will be required to work 37.5 hours per week inperson generally between 8am and 5:30pm Monday through Friday. Exact timings may be discussed with the manager.
Job Duties:
Under the direction of the Director of Studies (DoS) the ADoS will be responsible for assisting the DoS in the following areas:
ACADEMIC:
Responsible for ongoing teacher recruitment induction and mentorship
Conducting regular classroom observations and performance reviews with teachers
Planning room allocation and class selection each session
Managing student advising and academic support
Coordinating resources including textbook and online component
Coordinating with the DoS on academic KPIs
Leading and facilitating teacher meetings & professional development sessions for teaching team
Leading positive change management when needed
Assisting with orientation and interviews with new students
Coordinating across departments on student academic issues
ADMINISTRATION:
Attending administration and academic meetings
Arranging for leave coverage (vacation sick other)
English Only Policy enforcement
DoS coverage during leaves
Support DoS in compliance & accreditation
OTHER:
Actively upholding ILSCs mission and vision
Developing fostering and instilling the ILSC philosophy with new staff
Consistently conducting oneself in a professional manner. A warm friendly and supportive approach towards the clients of ILSC is needed so that each student/staff is made to feel cared for and welcomed.
Maintenance of a safe tidy and organized work area
Participation in public relations events
Attending general staff and team meetings and training sessions as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Essential Qualifications Skills and Attributes:
Exhibits patience able to maintain composure and professional behavior at all times
Able to problem solve question and think critically
Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Has strategic ability and takes initiative
Able to manage time and systems; able to multitask
Able to plan organise set priorities; forward thinking
Able to make quality decisions in a timely basis
Empathetic and approachable
Reliable honest and trustworthy
Lifelong learner
Education and Experience Required:
Undergraduate Degree TESOL qualifications or equivalent (Languages Canada Approved)
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Minimum 2 years experience in academic management in international education industry
Minimum 3 years teaching ELL adults preferably abroad
Demonstrated proficiency and familiarity with technology. Specifically but not limited to: Microsoft Teams and Office Suite student database systems blended and hybrid classroom setups and apps that support classroom learning
Customer service experience
Valid authorization to work in Canada is required
Additional Work Experience Preferred
Cambridge Delta (complete or separate modules) OR related Masters Degree
Teacher training experience
Experience with regulatory bodies such as Languages Canada or PTIRU
Having learned another language preferably in a foreign environment
Experience working in a unionised environment
Contact Information:
We kindly ask that applications be submitted on the Career Centre only as we do not accept fax or mail applications and request that you do not phone. While we thank all applicants only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.
About ELS ILSC & Greystone College
A world leader in language education & vocational training ILSC Education Group which opened its first language school in Vancouver Canada in 1991 and Greystone College in 2002 offers lifechanging educational experiences in Canada Australia and India some of the worlds most attractive and popular Englishspeaking work and study destinations. Since opening its first school in Vancouver BC Canada ILSC has become a world leader in language and career training and has grown to include 8 incredible locations around the world in Vancouver Toronto and Montral Canada; New Delhi India; and Brisbane Sydney Melbourne Adelaide and Perth Australia.
In early 2022 ILSC Education Group joined forces with ELS Education Services bringing together over 100 years of combined experience delivering lifechanging learning experiences to international students. Since 1961 when ELS Educational Services opened its first school in Washington DC ELS has developed a global reputation for delivering topquality English language programs. ELS now has the most extensive network of oncampus English language programs and University partners across the USA.
Our mission is to provide our global community with transformative learning living and work experiences by offering the finest language career and higher education programs.
Our Core Values
- PASSION: To enrich & transform peoples lives
- INNOVATION: To evolve through creativity & diversity
- RESPECT: To treat everyone with compassion & dignity
- COLLABORATION: To build community & achieve more together
- INTEGRITY: To act responsibly & ethically in everything we do
ELS ILSC and Greystone College are committed to providing a barrierfree environment and are proud to be Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Contract
