South Sydney College (SSC)

ELICOS and Vocational Education and Training provider to International Students

Company information: South Sydney College (SSC) is a Vocational Education and Training & ELICOS provider that delivers high quality vocational courses to international students. We offer a range of courses including ELICOS (General English), Business, Leadership & Management, Project Management, Information Technology (Cyber Security), Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, Community Services & Civil Construction Design. Our vision is “We will transform our students into a globally accomplished workforce for the 21st century through our practical and innovative training”.

Job Title: ELICOS Teacher (Evening classes)

*Qualification for an ELICOS Teacher: *

A degree

Certificate IV in TESOL

*Skills and abilities: *

•⁠  ⁠Previous experience in teaching or designing ELICOS or similar ESL courses.
•⁠  ⁠Strong grasp of interactive teaching methodologies that promote active speaking and listening skills.
•⁠  ⁠Ability to create engaging content that is varied and suited for intermediate learners.
•⁠  ⁠Cultural sensitivity: Understanding and respect for different cultures and backgrounds, and the ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
•⁠  ⁠Patience and empathy: The ability to be patient with students who are struggling, and to understand and respond to their individual needs and challenges.
•⁠  ⁠Creativity: The ability to develop and implement engaging and effective lessons that keep students motivated and interested.
•⁠  ⁠Strong subject knowledge: A deep understanding of the English language, including grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, as well as the ability to teach these concepts effectively.
•⁠  ⁠Classroom management: The ability to help teachers maintain a positive and productive learning environment, and to manage classroom behaviour and discipline issues.
•⁠  ⁠Adaptability: The ability to assist teachers to adjust teaching styles and methods to meet the needs of different students and to respond to changing circumstances.
•⁠  ⁠Assessment and evaluation: The ability to assess student progress and performance based on CEFR scale, and to provide meaningful feedback that helps students grow and improve.
•⁠  ⁠Continuous learning and development: A commitment to ongoing professional development and a willingness to stay current with new teaching methods and best practices.

*Key Responsibilities*

•⁠  ⁠To equip students with the necessary listening and speaking competencies required for day-to-day communication.
•⁠  ⁠To build on existing knowledge while introducing more complex structures and vocabularies.
•⁠  ⁠Engage students with real-world scenarios to practice and improve their conversational skills.

What’s on offer?

A fantastic opportunity to work in a very prospective industry.
Work in a supportive team environment
Industry-standard rates
Surry Hills Campus located in the proximity to Central train station.

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