Language Assistants English Language Assistants Presentation www britishcouncil

Language Assistants English Language Assistants Presentation www. britishcouncil. org

How to use this presentation This presentation has been produced to promote the Language Assistants Programme. It aims to explain what the programme is, what opportunities are available and how candidates can apply. A full version of the presentation is available here but it is designed so that a smaller selection of slides can be selected to suit a particular audience or event. Ahead of each section you will see a slide which sets out how to use it. Delete this slide before presenting or circulating

How to use this presentation Underneath each slide are speaker notes for you to use. You can add your own examples of the programme to best suit your audience. However, you cannot alter the text on the slides themselves unless indicated in the speaker notes. The presentation is structured as follows: • Overview of the programme. • Eligibility Information • The Countries we work with • How to apply • These slides can be used to bring to life a platform or platforms Delete this slide before presenting or circulating

Section 1: Programme Overview This first section introduces the British Council and sets the scene for the programme overall. Delete this slide before presenting or circulating

Making a positive contribution to all the countries where we work www. britishcouncil. org

The Role With an up-to-date knowledge of UK culture, English Language Assistants are ideally placed to help students develop conversational skills and understand UK culture. They can also revitalise the skills of language teachers too.

What would I gain? Confidence, Independence, Social skills, Cultural awareness, Communication skills, Planning skills, Organisational skills, Patience, Adaptability, Public speaking experience, Ability to live abroad, Improved language skills, Self-sufficiency, Self-reliance, Budgeting skills, Ability to live alone, Maturity, Resilience, Initiative, Teamwork skills, Open-mindedness, Time management skills, Assertion, Self-Knowledge, Resourcefulness, Presentation skills, Perseverance, Ability to cope in a wide range of situations, Tolerance, Problem-solving, Self-motivation, Diplomacy, Leadership, Creativity, Professional work experience, Listening skills, Negotiation skills, Research skills, Ability to improvise

Where Can I Go? 14 COUNTRIES Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Switzerland www. britishcouncil. org

Section 2: Eligibility This section covers specific programme eligibility. • At all stages the audience should be advised that there is general programme eligibility, and specific additional requirements per country. They should check country pages carefully. • Candidates with specific queries are welcome to contact the British Council to check their eligibility. Delete this slide before presenting or circulating

Am I eligible? Eligibility criteria vary depending on where you want to teach, but in general the criteria below are valid for most applicants: • Native Level English • Meet the language requirement for the country you wish to apply to • Have a UK / Irish or EU Passport • Have completed at least three years of your secondary education in the United Kingdom • Have completed at least 2 years of University level study • Must be willing and eligible to apply for an International Child Protection Certificate.

Foreign Language Requirements No Language Requirement Basic User A 1 A 2 Independent User B 1 Austria X Belgium X Canada X China X France X Germany X Italy X Latin America X Spain X Switzerland (F) X Switzerland (G) x B 2 Proficient User C 1 C 2

Age Requirements Country Age Lower Minimum (Inclusive) Upper Maximum (Inclusive) Austria - Belgium Country Age Lower Minimum (Inclusive) Upper Maximum (Inclusive) 35 Argentina - - - 35 Chile - - Canada - 35 Ecuador - - China - 55 Germany - - Colombia 20 - Italy - - France - 35 Mexico 20 30 Spain - 60 Switzerland (F) 20 35 Switzerland (G) 20 35

Section 2: Countries This section talks about each country specifically. Guidance notes: • If your audience is a particular country focus only present relevant slides. E. g If you know your audience are not linguists, perhaps focus on China and Spain. • Try to move through the country slides quite quickly, highlighting the key points not already covered in the eligibility section. • Use the summary slides after each language section if needed. Delete this slide before presenting or circulating

FRANCE B 1 level French c. 700 posts available 1 October – 30 April 12 hours per week with the option in some placements to add up to six hours per week • € 800 per month net (more in Outre-mer) • Aged 35 or under • •

BELGIUM B 1 level French c. 10 posts available 1 October – 31 May around 12 hours per week • € 870 per month net • Aged 35 or under • •

SWITZERLAND • B 1 level French • c. 11 posts available • Aug/Sept – June/July • 12 hours per week • CHF 3, 200 per month (approx. CHF 2, 600 after deductions). Aged 20 -35

CANADA (Quebec) B 1 Level French c. 30 posts available 01 Sep– 31 May 18 hours per week CAD $1, 700 per month net • Further assessment / interview • Aged 35 or under • UK/Irish passport • • •

Francophone In Summary Language Belgium Canada France Switzerland B 1 B 1 Number of Posts Age Notes 10 Maximum 35 Majority of posts are located in the French-speaking region of Wallonia. 30 Maximum 35 Candidates should consider that postings are mostly rural and weather can be challenging. 700 11 Posts mostly in smaller towns Maximum and villages. Candidates should 35 be aware of Laïcité. Maximum 35 Ideal for candidates with teaching experience or for those who wish to enter a career in teaching.

SPAIN • No language required • c. 1000 posts available • Aged 60 or under • 1 October – 31 May • 12 -16 hours per week • € 700 - € 1000 per month net • Be aware of regional languages!

ARGENTINA • c. 10 posts available • Mid- March – mid. Sep 2020 • 12 -18 hours per week • Approx. ARS 4, 600 per month • Double language students have priority

CHILE • c. 40 posts available • July/Aug – June/July • Max 18 hours per week • 398. 000 CP per month net • Further assessment / interview

COLOMBIA § c. 20 posts available § 1, 768, 500 COP per month net § July – May § Aged 20+ § Teaching experience § Subject requirements § Colombian passport holders not eligible

ECUADOR • 3 posts available • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Ecuador (Ambato) • October – May • Approx. 450 USD per month • 15 -18 hours per week • Accommodation provided • Visa costs reimbursed

MEXICO • c. 20 posts available • August – June • Approx. 8, 000 Mexican pesos per month • Up to 14 hours per week • Aged 30 and under • UK/EU passport

Hispanophone In Summary Language Number of Posts Age Limit Notes Argentina B 1 10 - Shorter placements available. Chile B 1 40 35 Mostly university postings. Colombia B 1 20 Minimu m 20 Candidates require teaching experience. Ecuador B 1 3 - Posts only available at Catholic University of Ecuador, Ambato. Mexico B 1 20 30 Mixture of city and rural postings. 60 Assistants are often required to assist with English learning in other subject classes. Spain - 1000+

AUSTRIA • c. 110 posts available • 1 October– 31 May • 1 or 2 semester options • 13 hours per week • € 1133 per month net • Aged 35 or under

GERMANY • c. 240 posts available • 1 Sep – 31 May • Some shorter posts available (semester 1) • 12 hours per week • € 800 per month net • No age limit • Undergraduates studying German will be given priority

SWITZERLAND • c. 16 posts available • Aug/Sept – June/July • 12 hours per week • Approx. CHF 2600 per month net • Aged 20 -35

Germanophone Overview Numbe Language r of Posts Austria Germany Switzerland B 1 B 1 10 40 20 Age Limit Notes 35 Shorter posts available in semester 1 & 2. - 6 month posts available for semester 1 only Undergraduates studying German will be given priority Minimum 20 Ideal for candidates with teaching experience or for those who wish to enter a career in teaching.

ITALY • • c. 60 posts available 1 October – 31 May 12 hours per week € 850 net per month No age limit UK or Irish passport C. 10 posts in the German-speaking region of Trentino. Alto Adige

CHINA • • • 150 -200 posts available 14 Aug – 30 June 4000 – 1300 RMB per month 18 - 25 hours per week Accommodation provided Return flight reimbursed 3000 RMB towards visa costs Must have graduated by August UK passport / resident / degree from UK university

Section 3: How to apply This section explains how interested candidates can apply. This section also provides an insight into how applications are assessed. Delete this slide before presenting or circulating

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? Applications will be assessed against the following criteria: • • • Motivation Adaptability Target country cultural awareness Teaching experience Expression and presentation

PREFERENCES • Preferences are for regions , not specific cities/areas • Think carefully about your preferences: research each area and provide good reasons • Allocation to preferences is not guaranteed

POINTS TO REMEMBER • Remember this is a job application • Countries requiring video interview should be selected as your first choice • Please tell us about any additional requirements (disability, medical factors, dependents, etc. ) at the point of application

COSTS You get paid – there is no programme fee. You’ll always need to cover: • Travel Insurance • Medical Insurance • Police check (£ 60) In most countries you’ll need to cover: Accommodation Travel costs Visa Vaccinations

HOW TO APPLY Online application form • Asks for a university/employer reference • Following the application submission, some candidates will be invited to complete an online video interview Deadline is 15 February 2019 for all countries Check internal university deadlines – likely to be earlier

WHEN WILL I HEAR BACK? March – April Invitation to assessment/ interview for shortlisted candidates (if applicable) End April Confirmation that application has been accepted by British Council End May / Start June Confirmation that application has been accepted by overseas partners Regional allocation details from British Council June – September School allocation details from overseas partners

Questions? <Your Name> <Your Email> Language Assistants Languageassistants. UK@britishcouncil. org www. British. Council. org @Languageasst #Language. Assistant

APPENDIX 1 - Case Study Slides • These slides can be used to bring to life to the presentation. • To use slides, copy and paste slide to relevant country section

Robbie Stanley-Smith