Job Details

Overview:

International University HCMC (IU) is a member of the Vietnam Universities (VNU) group, with a mission of becoming one of the leading research universities in Asia. The Intensive English Program, organized by the Office of International Academic Collaboration, is offered in collaboration with The University of the West of England (UWE) to our freshmen students who have enrolled in our degree programs at IU HCMC.

Benefits:

• Highly competitive hourly rates
• Flexible schedule
• Ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to progress to longer term contract with visa, work permit and residence card support
• Complementary bus service from city center to our Thu Duc campus

Course Structure:

The Intensive English course runs for 7-8 weeks on a schedule of Monday-Friday morning and afternoon sessions at both our City Center and Thu Duc Campuses. There are typically 5 semesters throughout the academic year, and offers of teaching hours will be based on enrollments for each semester.

Job Description

Position Summary:

This role supports our freshmen students in their English language development so that they can successfully study their degree program which is delivered in English at International University HCMC. The role includes all aspects of teaching including preparation, class delivery, feedback and marking. In addition, the English Teacher will also monitor student progress using different methods, such as both formal and informal assessment.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Teach the UWE-IU Intensive English course to a high standard as scheduled through the following:
  
  • Planning and delivering student-focused, engaging and effective lessons focused on both IELTS-preparation and EAP activities
  • Assigning and marking of homework assignments
  • Developing the study-skills of the students using a variety of methods
  • Using and adapting the curriculum materials to fit the needs of the learners
  • Providing feedback to students on a regular basis
  • Implementing appropriate educational technologies in class to support student learning
  • Completing informal and formal student assessments
• Take part in professional development opportunities
• Attend meetings as requested
• Complete course admin timely and according to set guidelines
• Contribute to the development of the curriculum by providing feedback to management regarding teaching materials and testing
• Collaborate with staff and managers to support students’ academic needs and office operations

Key Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (native teacher)
• Master’s degree (non-native teacher)
• A recognized international qualification in teaching English as a foreign/second language (ie. CELTA or equivalent)
• At least 2 years cumulative IELTS/EAP/ESL teaching experience in a similar role
• Flexible, creative and energetic approach to teaching
• Maintain a positive and student-centered attitude
• Work effectively, and relate sensitively, with students
• Hardworking and the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team

Preferred:

Experience in IELTS examining, placement testing, curriculum development, online education development, and delivery of professional development is desirable

Minimum Requirements:

To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Native Teacher:
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • A recognized international qualification in teaching English as a foreign/second/further language (ie. CELTA or equivalent)
  • At least 2 years cumulative IELTS/EAP/ESL teaching experience in a similar role

• Non-Native Teacher:
  
  • Master’s degree in one of the following areas: TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Translation and Interpreting, Education (with an emphasis on TESOL/ESL) or similar
  • A recognized international qualification in teaching English as a foreign/second/further language (ie. CELTA or equivalent) (if applicable)
  • At least 2 years cumulative IELTS/EAP/ESL teaching experience in a similar role

How to Apply

Please send the following to oiac@hcmiu.edu.vn

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• A copy of your current passport/ID
• Proof of qualifications
• Other supporting documentation
• Evidence of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)