Learnlight – Virtual English teacher with knowledge of German or Italian wanted

Learnlight is an EdTech company that was founded back in 2007 with the dream of bridging the gap between the worlds of corporate education and transformative technology.

Their vision is to create an exceptional EdTech company for international enterprises, a company that could harness leading-edge technology to optimize instructor-led training (ILT) rather than replace it.

Since their early years, they’ve worked with clients from all corners of the globe, obsessively refined and optimized their platform and built a team of 300+ incredibly talented and passionate people who are at the heart of everything they’ve achieved.

They are now seeking qualified online English language teachers with knowledge of German or Italian.

About the position:

What is a Learnlight online language teacher?

A Learnlight trainer is more than just an online teacher. They are also a motivator and personal mentor who guides students through their virtual learning experience. They are a highly valued member of an ever-growing team of people who are proud of what they do and are excited about innovative methods for distance learning.

Responsibilities of a Learnlight online language trainer include:

• Delivering dynamic, effective and engaging sessions to students from around the world
• Designing a personalised program for students to suit their specific needs
• Providing valuable, written feedback to students after each session
• Monitoring students’ progress via the Learnlight Platform and guiding students towards their learning goals
• Communicating in an efficient, effective and professional manner with internal teams

Benefits:

When working at Learnlight you’ll receive the following benefits:

• Enthusiasm valued – Become part of a qualified and professional team who embraces and truly values a positive atmosphere in the workplace.
• Better work-life balance – Benefit from the comforts of working from your own home, save on travel time and enjoy more after-work free time.
• Join an innovative and passionate Team – Flourish in an environment with like-minded individuals who are constantly looking for ways to make a difference in language learning and development.
• Teach people from all over the world – Connect with culturally diverse and highly motivated business professionals in a variety of sectors from over 100 countries.
• Receive ongoing training and support – Teach virtually, but never feel isolated. Receive continuous support and feedback from their global team at any time of day.
• Career development opportunities – Expand your horizons with exciting opportunities specially catered towards your individual talents and interests as a language training professional.

Learnlight’s platform for teachers:

• Events– Personalized homepages with quick access to upcoming events, pending actions and important alerts.
• Customized resources – Simple tools that allow you to import and export your own customized resources.
• Calendar – Straightforward calendar management that coordinates time zones for worry-free scheduling on the go.
• 24/7 Access – 24/7 Access to a global support network that are dedicated to your success.
• Extensive materials – Access to an extensive library of engaging and relevant materials to help trainers deliver top quality sessions.
• Trainer autonomy – Flexibility to design personalized needs-driven lessons that focus on the students’ individual needs.
• Student progress tracking – Monitor students’ progress via the Learnlight Platform guiding students towards their specific learning goals.
• Diverse programs – They offer a range of programs from One-to-One sessions, Virtual Groups, Specialized Skills courses to Level Assessments.

Requirements:

To work at Learnligh, you should meet the following requirements:

• English teaching certification (i.e. TEFL, TESOL, etc.)
• A minimum of two years of language teaching experience.
• Proven English language proficiency (C2 level).
• B1 (intermediate) or higher level in German or Italian.
• Ability to commit to a fixed schedule for a minimum of one year.
• A minimum of 10 hours per week of fixed availability during their prime times: 06:00 -9:00 / 12:00 – 15:00 / 17:00 – 20:00 / 22:00 – 01:00 (UTC/GMT).

Meriting skills:

• Advanced level in a second language
• Business background

Technical requirements:

• At least 10Mbps speed internet connection
• Laptop/Desktop computer
• Headset
• Webcam

Recruitment process:

• Application – Successful applicants will be invited for a preliminary interview via Skype.
• Training – Successful interviewees will be invited to an initial Learnlight training process.
• Orientation – Candidates who successfully complete the training process will receive information regarding the documentation needed to get started with the team.

The entire process usually takes no more than ten hours and is broken up into digestible chunks over a two-week period.

How to apply:

Join an exceptional team of foreign language teaching professionals and become a part of an innovative online language training program helping thousands of students from across the globe.

If you meet their qualifications requirements and wish to apply, please submit your application via their Application form.

Note: Applicants for virtual trainer posts should only apply via www.learnlight.com/careers/, and respond to e-mails sent from jobs@learnlight.com or one of their recruitment team members, all of whom operate with learnlight.com email accounts.

If you’re not sure whether or not your job offer is valid, contact them directly through their website or the email address above, and they will confirm its authenticity.