Date posted:2005-01-24 | Writer: ILA Vietnam | Email: [email protected]
Excellent Teaching and Training Opportunities in Ho Chi Minh City and Vung Tau City !
ILA Vietnam - the leading provider of EFL programmes in Vietnam
402 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
4th Floor, 155 Nguyen Thai Hoc St, Ward 7, Vung Tau City
ILA Vietnam is seeking ESL professionals for the following immediate openings in HCMC and Vung Tau City:
1.Children's English Teachers (ILA Juniors, Seniors & Elite)
To teach on the ILA Jump Start, Juniors, Seniors and Elite programmes (courses below in bold).
*Newly Certified TEFL Graduates ( CELTA or equivalent ) with BA welcome; experience preferred but not essential.
2.General Adult English Teachers (ILA Public)
To teach General English & Examination Preparation ( IELTS & TOEFL ) for ILA Public programmes.
*Minimum of a BA and 1 full year's Post CELTA experience in reputable organisations; preference given to applicants who have exam preparation experience.
For further details on all the above programmes and application procedures refer to the following pages. Please note that teachers in Vung Tau are expected to teach both children's and adult classes.
1. ILA Juniors/ Seniors/ Elite (Young Learners Programme)
The ILA Children's programme is the premiere English foreign language programme in Ho Chi Minh City with over 3000 children and teenagers currently studying on it at present and forecasted to grow considerably over the next few years. The students are divided into four separate programmes dependant upon their age.
English for 4 and 5 year olds (ILA Jump Start) is a three level programme designed for children between the ages of four and half and six and a half. The course is designed to give students a solid foundation in listening and speaking English. As well students are introduced to 죯mputing in Englishî ´hrough interactive CD programmes and a creative ì²ts in Englishî °rogramme. Each programme consists of 148 hours of English instruction in two parts, each 74 hours in duration.
ILA Juniors is a six level programme for children between the ages of 6 and 11, taking them from absolute beginner level to pre-intermediate level. In the first two courses the children primarily focus on developing their listening and speaking skills. As they progress through the levels they are introduced to the reading and writing skills more.
ILA Seniors and Elite are programmes for 11-16 and 16-18 year olds respectively. Seniors consists of 5 levels from Beginner to Upper Intermediate. Elite consists of 7 levels from Beginner to Advanced.
Class Location
Classes generally take place at our new training centre located close to the heart of downtown HCMC, while some are conducted outside of the Centre in Vietnamese, primary, secondary, and high schools throughout the city. Classes in Vung Tau are conducted at our new training centre.
Class Schedules
Classes are conducted 6 days per week. ILA Juniors classes meet twice a week and are conducted on Saturday and Sunday, starting at 7:45 AM. ILA Seniors and Elite classes are conducted 2 or 3 times a week in the evening from Tuesday to Saturday. Classes are usually 1.5 - 2 hours in duration.
2. Adult English Teachers (ILA Public)
ILA offers a wide range of English language courses to the general public. Classes are conducted at our new training centre located close to the heart of downtown HCMC. Courses are tailored to meet the needs of Vietnamese learners. Classes in Vung Tau are conducted at our new training centre.
Courses
General English / Examination Preparation (IELTS and TOEFL)
Students
Students are a mix of professional adults and university students. The majority of students are Vietnamese. A small number of students are non-native English speaking foreigners.
Class Schedules
Classes are conducted 5 days per week, Monday to Friday at various times throughout the day and evening. Classes are usually 2 hours in duration.
Class Location
Classes take place at our new training centre located close to the heart of downtown HCMC.
Instructor Requirements and Remuneration (positions 1 and 2)
We are seeking teaching professionals who:
* have a minimum of a bachelor's degree and TEFL qualifications ( CELTA or equivalent )
* have at least 1 full years' teaching experience in reputable organisations, (inc. overseas) for positions in the Public department
* have experience in some or all of the following: Teaching General English / Exam preparation (Cambridge / TOEFL / IELTS) / Pronunciation / Materials and resource development / Teaching with video and Multimedia
* are very well presented
* are versatile, flexible and prepared to live in a rapidly developing country
* have a strong knowledge of grammar
* take a communicative approach in the classroom
* are able to recognise learner needs and adapt teaching approaches accordingly
* are motivated and able to motivate others and make learning enjoyable
* make use of the large variety of resources available
* are culturally sensitive
* have the ability to develop a rapport with their students
Remuneration
Dependent upon qualifications and experience
Salary - Scale 1: $950 US per calendar month (net)
For up to 1044 contact hours over a 12-month period (Average 87 hours/month - 20/week)
Overtime (teaching):$12 US per hour for all contact hours taught over 1044 within the 12-month period. Paid upon successful completion of the 12-month contract
Salary - Scale 2: $1050 US per calendar month (net)
For up to 1044 contact hours over a 12-month period (87 hours/month - 20/week)
Overtime (teaching):$13 US per hour for all contact hours taught over 1044 within the 12-month period. Paid upon successful completion of the 12-month contract
Salary - Scale 3: $1100 US per calendar month (net)
For up to 984 contact hours over a 12-month period (82 hours/month - 19/week)
Overtime (teaching):$14 US per hour for all contact hours taught over 984 within the 12-month period. Paid upon successful completion of the 12-month contract
Salary - Scale 4: $1200 US per calendar month (net)
For up to 984 contact hours over a 12-month period (82 hours/month - 19/week)
Overtime (teaching):$15 US per hour for all contact hours taught over 984 within the 12-month period. Paid upon successful completion of the 12-month contract
Salary - Scale 5: $1300 US per calendar month (net)
For up to 984 contact hours over a 12-month period (82 hours/month - 19/week)
Overtime (teaching):$16 US per hour for all contact hours taught over 984 within the 12-month period. Paid upon successful completion of the 12-month contract
Holiday: 4 weeks, (20 or 24 working days, depending on the programme hired to work for) plus 9 days of Vietnamese national holidays. All holidays are unpaid
Medical insurance: Allowance of $300 USD per year
Completion bonus: $1, 000 US paid upon the successful completion of the contract
Visas: All visa administration fees paid by ILA.
Supplements:
$1.00 US / contact teaching hour for off site classes.
$1.50 US / contact teaching hour for TOEFL classes.
$3.00 US / contact teaching hour for IELTS classes.
$2.00 US/ contact teaching hour for Vung Tau classes
ILA is committed to in-house teacher development and training and offers exciting chances for career development.
Applications
Please make it clear in your application which position you are applying for.
Applicants should forward the following to Steve Baker, email: [email protected]
1. Full CV / Copy of passport with photograph.
2. Cover letter explaining how his/ her qualifications and experience relate to the above criteria and reasons for applying for the position.
3. Soonest start date.
4. Contact number and other details
As you can appreciate we receive a large number of applications from positions at ILA Vietnam, therefore we only reply to applicants who possess the stipulated qualifications.
ILA Vietnam
402 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Phone numbers: (848) 9290100
Fax number: (848) 9290070
Living in Ho Chi Minh City and Vung Tau
After nearly 30 years under communist rule, Vietnam has its sights firmly fixed on becoming the next Asian Tiger. The pace of growth is phenomenal, but not without its drawbacks. Traffic, pollution and petty theft are the major gripes of resident expatriates. Although minor on an international scale, they do exist and must be taken into account by anyone wishing to spend time here.
Located in the South of Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam's second city and the country's economic and commercial hub. Despite its population of 5 million people, HCMC, (also known as Saigon), is not large and maintains a small town atmosphere. Extended periods under French rule have left a city of narrow streets and tree-lined boulevards. Dilapidated colonial villas have been taken over by foreign companies and governmental departments and restored to their former glory.
The Saigonese are extremely warm and friendly people. Westerners are welcomed and integration into the community is commonplace. Teachers are particularly highly regarded and well respected by the Vietnamese.
Vung Tau is approximately 120 km southeast of HCMC, at the mouth of the Mekong River. The town has an average temperature of 28?C and a rainy season which, like HCMC, runs from May through to November. There is some 20 km of coastline of soft-sand beaches in the immediate area, although the beaches close to the city aren't as nice as those further north, away from the city limits.
In past years Vung Tau was known as a laid back sea-side resort, famous for its fresh seafood and proximity to HCMC. These days, however, Vung Tau is better known as the focal point of the burgeoning oil and gas industry and is home to a host of ex-pat oil workers and their families. Amidst the recent development Vung Tau still retains a small town atmosphere with quiet streets and seaside walk ways. Like HCMC many of the older colonial villas have been refurbished by the foreign companies and governmental departments that have taken them over. It was, and continues to be, an ideal weekend retreat for city dwellers.
The information below was written in regards to HCMC but much of it applies to Vung Tau as well.
Useful information
Accommodation
Accommodation here is mostly shared housing. You can expect to share with 1 - 3 people in a typical Vietnamese style house - 4-metres wide, 3-storeys. The bedrooms are likely to be air-conditioned, while the common living area will have a ceiling fan.
Travel and Transport
(Around the city) Although the city is large and sprawling, the main business district where the bulk of foreigners live and work is quite small and most journeys take less than 15 minutes. The bus system has been upgraded in recent years and older run down buses have been replaced with new locally built models. However, as the bus system can be confusing and the city is small - with most journeys taking less than 15 minutes - expats generally prefer taking taxis, which are very cheap. The first two kilometres cost about 12, 000VND. Motorbike taxis are even cheaper and often used by foreigners. (5, 000VND for a short trip).
Driving in the city can be hazardous, as the laws of the road are not always observed. Traffic is heavy, especially at peak periods and most people travel by motorbike (100cc).
(Outside of the city) Roads in the city and between major centres are generally good, but travel to smaller locations can often be time consuming and a little difficult. Cheap and relatively comfortable bus services are available between the main cities. There are flights and rail service to most cities and resorts.
Living Costs
Costs are quoted in USD. 앳ualî ¤enotes a cost that you can expect to pay. (1 USD = 15, 800 VND)
Are of cost Min. Max. Usual
Restaurants
Main course in Vietnamese restaurant $0.5 $4 $3
Main course in good foreign owned restaurant $3.5 $10 $5
Coffee $0.3 $1.5 $0.6
Beer (33cl. Bottle) $0.6 $2.5 $1.6
Household costs - per person (p/p)
Maid (cleaning, laundry, etc.) - per month $50
Rent - shared house - per month, p/p $150 $350 $225
Rent - room only - per month (inc. elec.), p/p $150 $300 $200
Getting around the city
Taxi - per km $0.8
Motorbike taxi - per ride $0.5
Motorbike rental - per month $70
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