Apr 8

Job: Academic Director – BridgePathways (Colorado)

Jobs Comments Off on Job: Academic Director – BridgePathways (Colorado)

Via JET alum Carleen Ben. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai, seeking work opportunities in NYC starting in August 2014.
Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

Position: Academic Director
Posted by: BridgePathways
Location: Denver, Colorado
Type: full-time

Overview:

Bridge Linguatec, Inc. (“Bridge”) has been a world leader in language education and teacher training for over 25 years. Based in Denver, Colorado, Bridge is a global company with operations in Argentina, Chile, and Brazil. Through our 5 main divisions, we offer services in English as a second Language (BridgeEnglish), education abroad (BridgePathways & BridgeAbroad), translations and interpretations (BridgeLanguages), and teaching English as a foreign or second language (BridgeTEFL). With just over 70 full-time employees and more than 350 teachers and trainers stretched across the world, Bridge comprises a diverse group of nationalities and cultures. Each year, we serve thousands of students, volunteers, and teachers from every corner of the globe. Please visit us at www.bridge.edu and www.bridgepathways.com.

What makes Bridge different? Our people and our culture. Bridge is a multi-cultural and welcoming environment that is fast-paced, service-oriented and entrepreneurial. Our values and mission are an integral part of our culture: excellence, integrity, learning, innovation and teamwork. Transforming peoples’ lives through international education is what motivates us.

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Academic Director manages the entire instructional program for Academic English at the University IEP Center.

As the Academic Director, you will:

• Manage overall student academic experience, from initial student testing and placement to graduation. Ensure student academic success and high customer satisfaction with instruction provided.
• Manage and build a high-performing instructional team, providing instructors with consistent professional development opportunities. Teach as necessary, depending on enrollment volume.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of the curriculum and program.
• Act as the contact person for all outside parties and maintain good relations with the host university.
• Manage the center’s resources and budget.
• Perform other administrative duties related to the management of the IEP center and its staff.

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant field (e.g., TESOL, Applied Linguistics)
• Minimum 3 years of adult English language teaching experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience managing high-performing instructional teams
• Customer focus and passion for fostering academic success; sensitivity to other cultures
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Problem solving and decision-making
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, ability to work as a team and deal with potential conflict
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities at once
• Skilled at using and leveraging new technologies

Compensation:

• Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Bridge offers medical benefits, paid time off and other benefits.

To Apply:

• Please visit the job listing to begin the online application process. Cover letter MUST include your salary requirements and available start date. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States. The company is looking to fill this position by mid May 2014. You are encouraged to apply before April 11, 2014.