Academic Manager
Position Summary Expectations - Duties, Responsibilities
The Academic Manager (AM) is highly proficient in English and has previously worked as a teacher and teacher supervisor in a language school, university, or other credible educational institutions. Moreover, he/she should possess a minimum Master’s Degree in Education or related field from a reputable university.
Relationships
The Academic Manager reports directly to the School Director (SD). His job is to lead the Academic Department.
- Organize induction programs for new teachers.
- Lead regular teacher professional development workshops.
- Observe and assess academic staff performance, providing constructive feedback and developmental plans.
- Hold regular teacher meetings and circulate meeting minutes to participants.
- Oversee and evaluate the Academic Coordinator.
- Work closely with the School Director and other managers to ensure inter-departmental cooperation and effective communication.
- Assist in piloting and implementing new courses.
- Propose and implement effective academic systems and policies.
- Coordinate syllabus design.
- Develop and design curriculum and instructional materials to support student learning.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of curriculum and recommend or implement improvements.
- Select and order textbooks and teaching materials, ensuring alignment with student and teacher needs, within the approved budget.
- Manage resource development and ensure materials are available throughout the year.
- Lead and organize academic activities such as competitions, workshops, extracurricular programs, and school events.
- Write proposals for new courses or programs and prepare associated budgets.
- Manage accreditation applications and ensure compliance with educational standards.
- Oversee teacher recruitment and ensure candidates meet the school’s academic requirements.
- Manage day-to-day academic operations, including admissions, student services, advising, and recruitment.
- Meet and address concerns from parents regarding students’ academic progress.
- Other tasks as assigned by the School Director
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of ESL/EFL teaching experience, with demonstrated classroom effectiveness
- Proven management or supervisory experience, preferably within an ESL/EFL or academic setting
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to support and guide teachers
- Ability to design, implement, and monitor academic programs and curricula
- Flexible, proactive, and able to adapt to changing academic needs and schedules
- Highly motivated, dependable, and committed to professional integrity and teamwork
- Demonstrated ability to learn continuously and embrace new challenges in education.
