Study Skills Teacher

The Study Skills Teacher at ISSOS will lead our course which is designed to prepare students who are about to start their final, challenging, years of high school with the vital skills they will need for future university-level study.

WHO CAN APPLY? To apply for our roles you must either be a UK or a US citizen, or have the legal right to work in the country you are applying for a role in. Please note that we cannot sponsor visas for working in the UK.

YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching a class of international students, 3 hours per day, Monday to Friday, for the duration of the 3-week programme. Creating and executing interesting and engaging lesson plans. Providing students with lessons tailored to improve their study skills and habits. Taking part in evening activities (compulsory rota basis). Making sure students are safe and happy at all times. Being a positive role model. Completing Academic Reports for your students before the close of session. Contributing a short article for our summer magazine, The ISSOS Times.

WHAT SKILLS/EXPERIENCE DO YOU NEED? Previous experience teaching study skills is essential. Experience in teaching international students preferred. Confident public speaker and experienced in delivering seminars. Well-established research skills and confidence to mentor students. Currently undertaking or recently finished postgraduate research work. Knowledge of the International Baccalaureate Course. You must be fluent in English.

THE TYPE OF PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Clear and effective communicator. Enthusiastic and self-motivated. Passionate about instilling a love for your subject in your students. Team player who is willing to be involved in the wider summer school programme.

TRAVEL: Travelling within the US : Up to $450 reimbursed for travel to/from Yale. Travelling from outside of the US : Up to $500 reimbursed for travel to/from Yale . If we are taking you on the J1 visa , we will also reimburse up to $150 for travel to your embassy appointment . The cost of the J1 Visa + SEVIS Fee is paid for by ISSOS . Flights & Embassy Appointment costs are the responsibility of the staff member.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU SHOULD KNOW? All of our staff must pass a full criminal background check* All staff are required to be on duty (on a rota basis) for evening programmes, activities, day trips, and arrival/departure days.