ESL Teacher and Activity Counselor

Yes Usa•Irvine, CA

8d•$1,048 - $1,830•Onsite

About The Position

As an English teacher, you'll plan and deliver effective, dynamic, and engaging lessons for international teenagers and young adults, while evaluating their progress. Beyond academics, you'll lead off -site excursions to ensure a comprehensive learning experience. Your key tasks will consist of, but not be limited to:

Requirements

All applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in TESOL, linguistics, or English.
ESL teaching certificate, such as Cambridge CELTA or its equivalent.
Prior ESL experience of teaching teenagers.
Native fluency in English.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Establishes strong rapport with teenagers through effective communication
Exhibits genuine interest in other cultures and willingly shares personal experiences
Displays a fun and outgoing personality to foster an engaging environment
Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and authority when dealing with students
Possesses a proactive approach to researching and learning about the city to enrich students' understanding
Effectively navigates the city with a group of teenagers, showcasing effective leadership
A good sense of direction and a strong knowledge of the city and its surroundings, including the public transportation system, are required.
Remains calm under pressure and maintains a positive attitude during challenges and emergencies
Adapts well to change, showing flexibility in various situations
Commits to working extended hours, including weekends and holidays, to ensure program success.

Responsibilities

Act in loco parentis to ensure and maintain student discipline, welfare, safety, and security at all times.
Ensure that students adhere to the YES USA Student Code of Conduct.
Inform management immediately of any issues and initiate appropriate disciplinary actions.
Following the YES USA curriculum, prepare for and deliver high -quality and effective English lessons; adapt and supplement whenever needed.
Be prepared to teach unplugged in case of any issues with the classroom, technology, materials, or the like.
Maintain up -to -date records of student attendance.
Monitor student performance and evaluate their progress throughout the course.
Prepare and submit weekly evaluation reports in a timely manner.
Ensure punctuality for all classes, excursions, and scheduled activities, contributing to the smooth operation and positive experience of the program.
Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when arranged.
Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with emergencies.
Manage any problems or incidents and report them to the management team.
Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when arranged.
Prepare for off -site excursions (study and memorize cultural and historical information, check and study directions to excursion sites, etc.).
Provide information and share stories with students/chaperones about cultural and historical places visited in a fun and engaging way.
Actively supervise, interact with, and entertain students and chaperones to ensure their satisfaction.
Follow the itinerary but be ready to think on your feet and successfully manage emerging situations.
Provide receipts from excursion vendors or cafes/restaurants after each excursion, if applicable.
Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with emergencies.
Manage any problems or incidents and report them to the management team.
Lead on -campus activities, such as music night, volleyball, etc.
Assist in coordinating on -campus food activity deliveries, including tasks such as picking up food, setting up a dining area, facilitating food distribution, and cleaning up the dining area.
Contribute to the preparation for student arrival by participating in tasks such as room inspections, assembling welcome packets, facilitating new student orientation, and conducting campus tours, among other responsibilities.
Meet and greet students at the airport and accompany them to the campus via private shuttle or taxi.
Provide support during new student check -ins.
Assist with end -of -course ceremonies.
Assist with room inspections during student check -outs and coordinate their airport transfers for a seamless departure experience.