Business & General English Instructors

The Yemen College of Middle Eastern Studies is hiring General & Business English Teachers to commence on 16 February 2014.



Summary of Responsibilities

• Teach English courses following established YCMES guidelines and using acceptable communicative language teaching strategies and methodologies.
• Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to optimal learning.
• Monitor, assess, and evaluate student work and progress.
• Participate in teacher training workshops and other developmental activities designed to enhance the quality of teaching, and participate in the delivery of such training.
• Prepare reports and lessons plans, supplemental materials and activities, and quizzes as required.
• Maintain an up-to-date record of lesson plans, student attendance and grade records in accordance with YCMES procedures.
• Contribute to curriculum and test development activities.
• Assist in miscellaneous administrative duties related to the effective operation of a language institute.
• As a native speaker, serve as a resource on the English language and culture to trainees and staff members who are not familiar with native-English culture.

Qualifications and desirable skills

• Degree with CELTA (or equivilant) preferred for General English but required for Business English
• Previous EFL/ESP teaching experience desired for General English but required for Business English
• Flexibility to work in a diverse and multicultural work environment
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and computer usage
• Only native English speakers will be considered for this position

Compensation

• Competitive package that includes monthly tax-free salary (commensurate with qualifications and experience). This starts at $250 per month for a newly qualified general English instructor, and can rise to $1,500 per month for a highly qualified and experienced business English instructor.
• Furnished housing accommodation with main utilities i.e. electricity, water & gas paid for by YCMES. En-suite bedrooms are provided and there is a communal kitchen, which is shared with the other native English speakers. The accommodation is provided in the heart of the old city.
• Round-trip plane ticket to Yemen reimbursed upon successful contract completion
• All Visas are issued in Sana'a and paid for by YCMES (Entry, Residency and Exit Visas).
• Free Arabic language courses.
• Cultural activities and free field trips to historical sites in Yemen.
• Use of other YCMES services i.e. 24/7 Wireless Internet Service, 24 hour security in the housing facilities, in-house gym and laundry.