We currently have 1 part time job opportunity available in Rome. The full time position for Milan is currently not confirmed, but we are inviting expressions of interest in the meantime from good candidates in the expectation of a position becoming available soon.
If you are interested in working for TJ Taylor Milano in a different capacity, please send your CV to jobs@tjtaylor.net, and we will contact you when an appropriate vacancy arises. Please include the following phrase: "In accordance with the Italian Data Protection Law No.196/2003, I authorize the use of my personal data exclusively for the purpose of considering and processing my job application."
English Teacher / Communications Trainer - Milan (EOI) & Rome (PT)
Background:
TJ Taylor is a progressive and innovative language and communications training company working with companies to empower and motivate their staff. We aim to create a stimulating, supportive and professional working atmosphere which inspires our teaching staff to aim for the highest levels of professionalism and student progress. We believe in fostering excellence through support and staff training and expect in return a dedication to results and accountability.
The role of our English Teachers and Communication Trainers is to teach and design in-company courses, and to provide guidance and support to the students in order to reach the client's language training objectives. Due to the level of responsibility given to our teachers, from day-to-day management of lessons and schedules to skills gap analysis and curriculum planning, this position is suitable only for experienced full-time teaching professionals.
The job requires a real passion for and understanding of training, a
people-orientated and energetic personality, and a commitment to continuous
development and improvement as a professional. The key personal qualities we
look for are drive, curiosity, and ethics.
Requirements:
- native English speaker
- either at least 2 years corporate language training experience, or alternatively,
a minimum of 1 years training experience, preferably in a corporate environment,
with at least 3 years professional experience in a business environment
- recognized TEFL certificate (CELTA or equivalent, with a substantial
classroom practice component). In special circumstances similar alternative
qualifications such as the CPLP or PTLLS may be acceptable.
- high emotional intelligence and well developed interpersonal skills
- good educational background and IT skills
- a passion for teaching and language
- priority will be given to candidates with experience in the application
of English to sales & marketing, law, finance or corporate communication
skills training.
- preference for English teachers already resident in Milan/Italy
- valid Italian working papers or EU passport
- prior knowledge of blended learning programs or e-learning is an advantage
Benefits:
- fixed monthly salary for contract duration or calendar/academic year.*
- induction and training programs and a focus on continuous professional development
and with possible mentoring programs. After their first period with us teachers are
given the possibility of working towards a DELTA or following another appropriate
development path.
- above-market average remuneration package
- paid holidays in August and December (4 weeks)
- course completion and client satisfaction bonuses
* Full time positions offer a stable, fixed monthly salary, including 4 weeks holiday over the summer and Christmas periods. Part time positions are paid on a per hour basis. We currently offer 2 full time contract options with different levels of time commitment and at different salary levels: one retainer-type contract (an average of 20 teaching hours per week) and a full-time contract (an average of 25 teaching hours per week).
The deadline for job applications is the 8th February 2010, and all applications will receive an answer. We have a 3 stage interview process: a short telephone screening interview, followed by a preliminary interview, after which candidates are short-listed (2 candidates per position) and invited to a second interview.
PLEASE do not apply unless you have definite plans to move to Milan/Lombardy or are already resident in Italy as we do not provide accommodation and we ask that at least one of the interviews is held in person. Unfortunately we are not able to take applications from back-packers or students into consideration.
Please send your CV to jobs@tjtaylor.net, including the following phrase: "In accordance with the Italian Data Protection Law No.196/2003, I authorize the use of my personal data exclusively for the purpose of considering and processing my job application." Thank you.
Advice on Teaching English in Milano
We have put together some FAQs and advice on teaching English in Italy to help EFL/ESL teachers avoid some of the more common problems of working in a foreign country.
Although we can't vouch for how reliable and accurate the information
is, you can find some independent advice on English teaching jobs in
Italy / Milan at the following website:
TEFL jobs in Western Europe
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