23.1126, Jobs: Applied Ling: English Language Specialist, English Language Institute of Singapore

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Subject: 23.1126, Jobs: Applied Ling: English Language Specialist, English Language Institute of Singapore

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Date: Tue, 06 Mar 2012 11:19:24
From: Gregory He [moe_fru at moe.gov.sg]
Subject: English; Applied Linguistics: English Language Specialist, English Language Institute of Singapore, Singapore

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 University or Organization: English Language Institute of Singapore 
Job Location: Singapore 
Web Address: http://www.elis.edu.sg/
Job Rank: English Language Specialist  

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

Reporting to the Programme Director (PD), the English Language 
Specialist is responsible for the design, implementation, facilitation, and 
evaluation of ELIS's language programmes in accordance with ELIS's 
mission and vision. English is the medium of instruction in all Singapore 
schools as well as a subject of study for all primary and secondary school 
students.

The English Language Specialist should be able to effectively engage 
teacher-learners who teach at the primary, secondary and pre-university 
levels in Singapore schools. These teacher-learners will typically have the 
equivalent of IELTS 6 to 8 in English. They require enhanced skill in the 
use English in the teaching of their subjects and in professional 
communication settings within the school.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:
-  Plan, design, and facilitate professional development courses in effective 
communication skills, and supporting materials and resources, to meet the 
needs of English medium teachers
-  Assist the Programme Director in marketing such programmes to target 
audiences
-  Maintain quality of courses and support by monitoring programmes on a 
regular basis, and conduct an annual evaluation of programmes using an 
agreed evaluation framework
-  Conduct research into language use in the context of classroom 
interaction within content area teaching

Entry Requirements:
-  A relevant Master's degree, with specialisation in English Language (as a 
first language) or Linguistics
-  A minimum of 8 years of teaching experience, with knowledge of adult 
learning methodologies preferred; Experience of holding posts of 
responsibility, such as Head of Department, would be an advantage
-  Recent experience of school-based research or participation in action 
research projects as part of a professional learning community preferred
-  Extensive experience in developing in-service English Language 
communication skills courses or programmes
-  Expertise in the development of curriculum for the use of English in the 
teaching of specific subjects (e.g. English for Physics) will be highly 
desirable
-  Proven facilitation skills in the context of teacher development workshops
-  Proven skills in planning, managing and writing up research projects

Application Details:
If you wish to be considered for interviews between April to September 
2012, please email your curriculum vitae, completed application form and 
transcript of your degrees to the application email address below by 31 Aug 
2012. Please also include 'ELIS 2012: Application' as the subject of your 
email. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Successful candidates will be offered an attractive remuneration package 
of up to SGD120,000 per annum, which is commensurate with educational 
qualifications and work experience*.

*All terms and conditions are subject to review and change from time to 
time without prior notification. We reserve the right to decide on the terms 
and conditions to be offered. No reasons will be provided for the selection 
and non-selection of candidates. 

Employer Summary:
About ELIS (http://www.elis.edu.sg/)
The English Language Institute of Singapore (ELIS) is a young and 
dynamic institute that provides English Language teachers in the 
Singapore Education Service and the region with professional 
development opportunities. It aims to be a leader in providing such 
professional development opportunities through the use of engaging 
pedagogy that is informed by research.

Application Deadline: 31-Aug-2012 (Open until filled)

Email Address for Applications: moe_fru at moe.gov.sg 
Contact Information:
	Mr Gregory He 
	Email: moe_fru at moe.gov.sg 
	Fax: +65 6776 3217

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