DEBATE TRAINER (ENGLISH) - Online

Dates: 1st March 2024

Category: Part-Time

Location: Online (based in Vietnam)


Established in 2015, The Global Citizen Education Group is an education social enterprise that aims to bridge the gap in skills development and global citizenship education. We believe in using education as a platform for impact. Our goal is to develop global citizens who will make positive contributions to the community around them and the world that they live in, and we do so by empowering individuals to seize the opportunities of the 21st century and develop holistically as lifelong learners by equipping them with the necessary skills: Thinking Critically, Writing Creatively, Speaking Confidently, and Working Collaboratively.

With headquarters in Singapore, The Global Citizen has branch offices in Vietnam and the Philippines, conducting operations across East and Southeast Asian countries in collaboration with students, schools, businesses, non-profit organisations, and government-affiliated agencies.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Global Citizen Education Group is looking for someone with strong expertise in teaching competitive and / or recreational debate programs for elementary to high school students. The trainer should have a competitive debate background and should be well versed in the WSDC (World Schools Debating Championships), BP (British Parliamentary), and AP (Asia Parliamentary) debating formats. The trainer should have a degree in English with at least 1-year relevant teaching experience with students aged 9 to 18 years old. The trainer will be conducting lessons with materials provided by The Global Citizen Education Group. This position is based in Vietnam, and trainers are expected to possess necessary equipment and software to conduct online classes.

The terms of engagement and remuneration will be on a per programme basis. Trainers would work as a freelancer.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct engaging online training sessions for students based on the curriculum developed by TGCEG.
  • Provide feedback on student’s performance and behaviour periodically.
  • Communicate training needs and online resources.
  • Execute classroom management for online training sessions.
  • Tailor teaching methods and content to accommodate the diverse learning needs and interests of students.

Requirements

  • At least 1 years of relevant teaching/ mentorship experience in Primary/Secondary/High schools.
  • Experience in competitive debate and/or rhetoric speech in English. 
  • At least pursuing an undergraduate degree from an accredited school in the IAU WHED
  • Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), and instructional software
  • Strong critical thinking skills.
  • Good command of the English language, both written and verbal.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Professional and able to work independently.

Recognised English Qualifications

The language certificate requirement can be waived if the candidate’s previous studies were conducted in English (Transcripts will need to be provided).

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic 7.5/9.0
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) 95/120
Cambridge English Qualifications C1 Advanced
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) 76/90
Pearson English International Certificate (PEIC) Level 4-Advanced
Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) Listening & Reading Test
Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) Speaking & Writing Test
945/990
360/400
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General 8.0/9.0
Vietnamese Standardized Test of English Proficiency (VSTEP) Level 5
Vietnamese University Degree in English Major Xếp hạng: Giỏi
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score 675/800
ACT English Language Arts (ELA) 25/36
Aptis ESOL Advanced C1 ~ 166/200

Personal Characteristics

  • Passionate about teaching
  • Comfortable teaching young students
  • Keen business acumen.
  • Independent, task-driven learner who is comfortable working under pressure and multitasking.
  • Comfortable with independent problem-solving and minimal supervision.
  • Adaptable to changing environments and situations involving different cultures, languages, and working styles.
  • Well-organized with close attention to detail.
  • Thrives in a multi-faceted, fast-paced, and challenging environment.

Additional Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate based on qualifications and experience
  • Reference letters on the condition of good performance.

Additional Job Details

  • Position Type: Trainer (Remote)
  • Rate: 200.000VND - 400.000VND/hour (depending on experience and expertise)

Application Processes

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