English Language Assistant Scheme Applications
Description
The English Language Assistant (ELA) Scheme operates between Ireland and 5 other European countries:-
- Austria
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Spain
The role of the ELA is to help the pupils to see the foreign language as a living language of millions of people rather than as a ‘school’ language. The basic duties of the assistant are:-
- To assist the regular staff of the school either in Austria, Germany, France, Italy or Spain
- To conduct conversation classes in English
- To supplement such classes by exercises in reading, dictation and oral composition
- To give pupils an insight into the way of life in Ireland
Conditions of the Post of English Language Assistant
The assistant is normally employed for 12 hours per week for one academic year. Outside the stated 12 hours of work the assistant is left free, subject of course to the usual discipline of the school.
There is ample opportunity for personal studies. It may sometimes be possible for the timetable to be adjusted so as to allow long weekends or days free for travel or attendance at university or other courses.
How to Apply
For further details and information on how to apply, please click on the relevent link below. Candidates that apply for more than one country should list their preference in order of priority.