The English Specialist
The English Specialist
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05-09-2024
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Etonkids Educational Group ("Etonkids") is a collaborative of experts in the fields of education research and school management established by alumni of Harvard and Northwestern universities with representatives of international Montessori organizations. Since its founding Etonkids has utilized educational philosophies and models of successful school management from around the world to improve Chinas early education sector and establish the countrys premier institution of bilingual early education.
OVERALL POSITION PURPOSE
The English Specialist plays an essential teaching role at an individual campus under the guidance of his/her Campus Principal and the Head of the English Department. The English Specialist is responsible for direct implementation and instruction of the Etonkids English Curriculum to his/her assigned classroom and students (either ages 02.5 or 2.56). On all classroom matters the English Specialist will report directly to his/her Lead Montessori Teacher and develop a team oriented environment with his/her classroom teaching team.
Reporting Line: Campus principle and English Department. the ES will report to Lead Montessori Teacher on classroom issues.
Working hours : Regular working hours shall be Monday to Friday 8 working hours and 1hour lunch time (8:00am to 5:00pm each campus may differ)
Accountabilities
Prepare teaching materials during set prep time as noted by the English
Department and create original teaching materials each month to match the existing English curriculum.
Ensure all Etonkids English curricula is implemented properly in the classroom and
provide feedback to the R&D Department in order to develop it.
Lead English lessons during scheduled times provide an immersive English
speaking environment throughout the day and provide feedback and suggestions to
other English Specialists in regard to successful teaching methods.
Communicate and cooperate with Chinese English Teachers to ensure both parties
are on the same page in regard to lesson plan content.
Monitor student progress and maintain a portfolio for each student.
Attend all English Department PD days noted by the English Department Regional
Supervisor and campus meetings and PD days as deemed necessary by the Campus
Principal. Also attend all
weekly meetings with the classroom teaching team as scheduled by his/her Lead
Montessori Teacher.
Identify developmental needs of his/her students and organize ways to meet these
needs.
Complete standardized forms as set by the English Department.
Assist the Lead Montessori Teacher in reviewing and editing all English materials
parent letters and Student Reports to ensure no language mistakes are made.
Visit the Etonkids English Department website on a weekly basis and contribute to
discussion groups and blogs.
Greet students and parents at the door (model and practice English).
Maintain good relationships with parents and keep them wellinformed about their
student s progress.
Represent Etonkids and participate at campus school and community events as
needed. (8 times a year as a Volunteer Day)
Adhere to appropriate dress code for working with young students meeting the
requirements set forth by the English Department.
Help cover classes in the event of a colleague s absence as deemed necessary by
the Campus Principal.
Promote the corporate image of the organization and its educational activities to
all individuals groups internal and external to the organization.
Requirements
Native English Speaker or BA/MA in Native English Speaking Country (USUKCASAIRNZAUS and other English Speaking Country recognized by China Foreign Experts Bureau) .
Completed Bachelor s Degree in Early Childhood Education (Master s Degree preferred) non native speakers are required to have a relevant degree in education. (legalized and authenticated by Chinese Embassy)
Minimum 2 years in ESL early childhood education experience (preschool preferred) will need a letter of 2 experience (volunteer parttime acceptable if applicant is recent graduate).
TEFL/TESOL/ELL Certification (unless degree is in TESOL or Early Childhood Education with 2year reference letter in teaching.).
Noncriminal record within 6 months (legalized and authenticated by Chinese Embassy)
03 or 36 Montessori Certification (preferred) Skills.
Proven communication skills both orally and in writing.
Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
Benefits
Salary range: 18K after tax including housing allowance (depending on different cities and teaching experience)
Commercial Insurance after probation.
4 weeks paid holidays each year in addition to Chinese public holidays.
70% Children tuition discount after probation.
Free lunch
Visa and Immigration full support.
Traffic reimbursement of domestic relocation with presentation of original invoice(s) up to RMB 2000 after initial twomonth probation period should it be across city. It shall be applicable to train (second class) and flight (economy class) by actual expense; Up to RMB 6000 shall be reimbursed should it be across boarder. 5day free hotel.
Annual reimbursement for one round trip economy class airfare to your home country up to RMB5000 after 2 years employment.
The Employee should teach at least one extracurricular class per school term. Extracurricular courses that take place outside of regular work hours once a week one hour. For such classes the Employee shall earn additional compensation on a perclass basis dictated by the ECA pay scale.
Professional development sessions and the option of taking part in our EMTTA Montessori certification program.
Bachelor s degree from an accredited institution Minimum 2 years teaching experience working with children 6 years and under Strong command of spoken and written English Demonstration of a neutral accent, clear pronunciation, and good intonation Creativity and excitement to bring a unique personality to the preschool classroom including talents in music, art, and performing arts Able to work in a diverse team of both foreign and local cast members
Employment Type
Full Time
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