Summer Center Director

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Move Language Ahead Full time

Center Director

We are seeking Centre Directors to ensure the delivery of our exciting international summer school programmes in our Summer Schools in United Kingdom and North America for 2024 Summer.

The MLA Centre Director is a full-time, seasonal position (mid-June until mid-August). As the Centre Director, you would be the main point of contact at an MLA Summer School and responsible for all operations and employees. You will reside on campus and monitor the safety and well-being of international high school students attending our cultural immersion programme.

POSITION OVERVIEW
- Responsible for the overall Management of the Summer School
- Reports to Operations Manager
- 6 working days per week
- 1 Day off per week
- The Centre Director is required to reside on campus for the duration of the programme. They will also oversee nightly on-call responsibilities.

**Required Skills**:

- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Positive outlook
- Enthusiasm
- Dedicated leader
- Excellent organization skills
- Ability to work long hours in a high-pressure environment

Company

For almost 50 years, MLA World has been bridging cultures together through education and world travel. We are a company dedicated to encouraging the growth of global citizens through English language learning abroad and safe, culturally immersive youth programming. With travel and education at the forefront of our mission, MLA's work culture is always exciting and full of change. We are an international team who loves sharing culture, stories of travel, and a passion for working with youth and enlarging their perspectives of the world.

Company Mission Statement

MLA Move Language Ahead is an industry leader committed to providing premier international study abroad programs that ensure the highest levels of safety, education, and cultural immersion.

LOCATIONS

CANADA
- Metropolitan University, Toronto, ONT

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

**Further required skills include**:

- Capacity to motivate a team and lead by example
- Ability to multi-task
- Excellent communication (verbal and written)
- Attention to detail
- Self-motivation
- Aptitude to effectively use Microsoft Excel
- Ability to be pleasant, polite, and cooperative with fellow employees, vendors, and guests

**Additional preferred qualifications**:

- Prior work experience leading a team
- Prior experience overseeing a strict operating budget
- First Aid certification
- Lifeguard certification
- The completion of a satisfactory background check, including a child abuse clearance, is required

KEY POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Smaller Centers do not have all management positions, such as a Centre Administrator. Those responsibilities would fall to the Center Director who will oversee taking on and delegating such tasks.

Pre-Programme
- Attend all required, paid training/induction meetings prior to the start of a session
- Review itineraries and become knowledgeable with all aspects of the programme
- Review the Centre Set-up Guide and all handbooks
- Become familiar with the mlaEasy Centre Management software
- Communicate with the centre staff regarding move-in, training, and any other pre-programme information

Management of the Centre
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional Centre Office
- Oversee the efficient completion of all duties of all staff
- Review all details pertaining to the day-to-day Centre operations and ensure all programme components are properly planned and delivered
- Work in conjunction with the Director of Studies to confirm the tuition programme is running in accordance with company standards
- Hold a minimum of two meetings with Group Leaders to be sure they are fully aware of their responsibilities and to ensure their needs and those of their students are being met
- Ensure the Centre Administrator hold regular meetings with Campus Partners which may include Conference Services, Dining Services, and Public Safety to ensure the programme is running smoothly and the contract is being upheld

Welfare & Safeguarding
- Constantly monitor students and staff safety and welfare, addressing any concerns promptly and effectively
- Establish and effectively communicate to staff and guests' site-specific emergency evacuation and preparedness plans
- Maintain 24-hour on-call emergency assistance for the Centre
- Address any guest or staff concerns and properly document and report concerns
- Be aware of any specific safeguarding needs of minors (those under the age of 18)
- Work with the head office for any Authorized Student Pick-Up requests, ensuring proper documentation is received and recorded
- Oversee the Medical Doctor ensuring all job requirements are being dutifully executed as well as the infirmary is properly maintained
- Become familiar with the British Council (UK) or Accreditation International (US) safeguarding policies and prepare the centre for an inspection by BC or AI officials

Company Quality Performance
- Ensure that what h


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