Teaching Position, Astana, Kazakhstan

  Kazakhstan

Astana

Description: In 2007, Language Link opened its doors to students in Astana. Known locally as Incom Lingva, the school, is conveniently placed in the centre of the city on the third floor of the Arman Business Centre. The school boasts 8 modern classrooms with white boards and audio equipment. Teachers have access to a resource library, photocopier, Internet and e-mail.

The school teaches an array of students ranging from young learners to adults with beginner through advanced levels of English. Classes may also be held in-company.

Qualifications: Teachers wishing to apply for these openings should be native English speaking and hold any of the following TEFL qualifications: RSA/ Cambridge or Trinity College London Certificate, or equivalent; or, RSA/ Cambridge Diploma or Trinity College Licentiate Diploma; or, PGCE with TEFLA/ TESOL University degree or equivalent.

Applicants with relevant university diplomas (English, journalism, linguistics, etc.) or relevant EFL experience may waiver TEFL or TESOL qualifications.

Qualifications are important but they are only one of the elements that make a successful teacher. Just as important are:

Personality:

Much an EFL teacher's success results from his or her ability to be flexible, open-minded and outgoing. Equally important is a keen interest in other peoples and cultures and an empathy for the needs of students.

Commitment:

You will never be an exceptional teacher until you understand and accept the concept that teaching is an investment in your future; thus, it requires your time and energy. A willingness to work hard and see the job as a significant step in a long-term career, either in or outside EFL is essential. So, too, is a willingness to give of oneself and one's skills to people who are depending upon them. No less important is a willingness to learn from one's students as well as to teach them.

Salary / Pay: Teachers receive a competitive net monthly salary in tenges (FYI: 120.78 tenges = 1 USD), school provided accommodation in double flats located within walking/ bus distance of the school, provision of health care, full visa and work permission support, reimbursed airfare to contractual maximums, paid holiday and on-going academic support.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European and Kiwi Participants.

Participants Travel to Kazakhstan Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone Interview