We are looking for a Teacher Trainer for the EF Teach Online Services, Johannesburg office. This role is a permanent position subject to a 3-month training period as well as a 3-month probation, running concurrently. Reporting to the Academic Manager, you will work closely with teachers and other functional areas within the EF organization. The Teacher Trainer will form part of an established training team that is encouraged to proactively identify teacher needs and conduct training accordingly. Schedule and host support sessions in line with centre needs towards improving teacher’s ability and efficacy in delivering teaching services,  as well as to broaden your responsibilities beyond the job description. A Bachelor’s degree in Training and Development, Education, or related areas would be advantages but not required. Most importantly, you can identify yourself with the organization and have the right drive and ambition to build a career within EF. Requirements: Proven track record of meeting teaching KPIs Highly organized, detail and process orientated  Bachelor’s degree or NQF Level 7 equivalent  1 year or more of relevant working experience in the EFL field (preferred) Strong analytical and English communication skills Attention to detail and ability to solve problems and meet deadlinesKnowledge of OBS, Excel and other MS office programs Ability to present complex information in understandable and clear language Discrete communicator  Self-starting, pro-active, positive attitude and service-minded Strong administrative and planning skills Proven creative mindset and open to change Flexible, responsible and committed to work together with team members Adherence to principles of the POPI Act and general confidentiality  As we are working in a very fast-paced environment, we are looking for a self-starter who can apply their teaching knowledge and experience to continue the successful growth and development of the center.

 

 Responsibilities: Implementation, instruction and practical elaboration on LMS training material for both Full-time and Freelance teachersOnboarding trainees in the training processScheduling and hosting training and support sessions for new and experienced teachersUpdate training materials and training flows as per business needsLiaise with local and global teams to tailor training in line with international standardsEquipping teachers with practical tools for teaching various elements of the English languageCompleting training as requiredAssessing whether full-time and freelance teachers grasp various concepts covered in trainingProvide constructive feedback to teachers on their training progress as well as conducting remedial support sessions to assist in preparing teachers for delivering teaching services. Create and update teaching resources i.e. infographics, videos, handbooks etc.Provide online support to teachers facing various technical challengesConduct mentorship sessions to support the progress of new teachersLiaise with teachers & staff on matters relating to trainingTrack and record teacher progress on Talent LMS as well as internal recordsTeach online classes as per centre quality guidelines and expectations  Reports to: Academic ManagerContract Type: Permanent Position, subject to 3-month probation Working hours: Monday to Friday, 21h00 - 06h00 SASTLocation: Office-based, EF Johannesburg, The Oval office, CNR Meadowbrook Lane and Sloane Street, Bryanston, Johannesburg, 2191. Applications close on the September 30th, 2024.  
 

About EF Education First 

 

At EF we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Our culturally immersive education programs—focused on language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics—turn dreams into international opportunities.

 

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.

 

Founded in Sweden in 1965, EF has schools and offices around the world, including hubs in Boston, London, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more. Learn more at https://www.ef.com.