Overview of position:

The instructor is responsible for teaching assigned classes in accordance with Berlitz instruction principles (Method^®); for maintaining student class records and fulfilling administrative duties within their instructor position as required or requested by the CMI; and for participating in professional development activities. In liaison with the CMI, the instructor is further responsible for counseling students, providing effective feedback and advice; recommending appropriate products services to meet customers' needs; and consulting with the CMI with regards to the design and/or delivery of programs in accordance with their enhanced product knowledge. All job functions are to be completed within the framework provided by the negotiated agreements.

 

Key areas of responsibility:

·        Deliver lessons in accordance with Berlitz teaching principles (Method®); and focused on the interests and needs of the students, working with private students and groups of differing sizes at the Franchise Language Center (FLC) and at off-site locations

·        Integrate learning technology into teaching programs, as required by the curriculum

·        Keep student records and pedagogical cards up-to-date as required or requested

·        Fulfill ongoing responsibilities to customers as required by the Berlitz Learning Cycle

o   assessing existing and prospective customers' level of proficiency

o   providing evaluation for progress reports and certificates

o   delivering counseling sessions to students in liaison with the CMI and based on above mentioned forms

o   recommending improvements to the students' programs, in liaison with the CMI

o   distributing and collecting feedback forms

·        Maintain an impeccable customer focus in the delivery of all duties

·        Can be asked to help promote FLC activities to customers

·        Actively participate in own professional self-development plan, directed and supported by the CMI, including lesson observations, peer observations, workshops, etc.

·        Careful use of instructional and center resource materials

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Qualifications / Related Experience

·        Educated native proficiency / near-native fluency in the language s/he will teach

·        Cultural sensitivity

·        Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·        Successful completion of the Berlitz instructor training (IQP)

·        One of the following minimum degrees or the equivalent:

o   English:     Associate Degree

o   French:      Baccalauréat 

o   German:    Abitur

o   Italian:       Maturità 

o   Spanish:    Bachillerato

·        Relevant work experience, preferred

·        Teaching experience and/or qualifications desired, but not essential

·        Ability to communicate in local language desired