Overview of position:
The instructor is responsible for teaching assigned classes in accordance with Berlitz instruction principles (Method®); for maintaining student class records and fulfilling administrative duties within their instructor position as required or requested by the MI/DoS; and for participating in professional development activities. In liaison with the MI/DoS, the instructor is further responsible for counseling students, providing effective feedback and advice; recommending appropriate products services to meet customers' needs; and consulting with the MI/DoS with regards to the design and/or delivery of programs in accordance with their enhanced product knowledge. All job functions are to be completed within the framework provided by the negotiated agreements.

Key areas of responsibility:
• Deliver lessons in accordance with Berlitz teaching principles (Method®); and focused on the interests and needs of the students, working with private students and groups of differing sizes at the Franchise Language Center (FLC) and at off-site locations
• Integrate learning technology into teaching programs, as required by the curriculum
• Keep student records and pedagogical cards up-to-date as required or requested
• Fulfill ongoing responsibilities to customers as required by the Berlitz Learning Cycle
• assessing existing and prospective customers' level of proficiency
• providing evaluation for progress reports and certificates
• delivering counseling sessions to students in liaison with the MI/DoS and based on above mentioned forms
• recommending improvements to the students' programs, in liaison with the MI/DoS
• distributing and collecting feedback forms
• Maintain an impeccable customer focus in the delivery of all duties
• Can be asked to help promote FLC activities to customers
• Actively participate in own professional self-development plan, directed and supported by the MI/DoS, including lesson observations, peer observations, workshops, etc.
• Careful use of instructional and center resource materials

Qualifications / Related Experience
• Educated native proficiency / near-native fluency in the language s/he will teach
• Cultural sensitivity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Successful completion of the Berlitz instructor training (IQP)
• One of the following minimum degrees or the equivalent:
• English: Associate Degree
• German: Abitur
• Relevant work experience, preferred
• Teaching experience and/or qualifications desired, but not essential
• Ability to communicate in local language desired