International Institute in Madrid.

The International Institute in Spain has been one of Madrid's best kept secrets up till now. I hadn't heard of them till 2004 even though they've been around for over a hundred years. Where some schools exploit their almost non-existent infra-structure in every and any way possible, these guys have got "the" incredible "university-level" infra-structure without any of the corresponding fame. (They do share their space with American institutions like Boston University, Syracuse and SUNY.)

    

However, despite all the beautiful architecture (the building's on the National Historical Register and is incredible inside and out), the English language department seems to operate just like in any other normal academy. Teachers here get over 668.88€ for a 10 week 30 hour course (3 hours per week) and unless my math is failing me, that's about 22 euros an hour, which makes this one of the better paying "on-the-premises" jobs in Madrid.

Feb. 3, 2010 - Announcement: Madrid Regional Event: Friday, February 26th, 17:00 - 21.45 at the International Institute. Miguel Ángel, 8, 28010 Madrid (Metro Rubén Darío).

We will have three or four presentations each hour, covering primary, secondary, adults, and specific skills (special emphasis on listening and speaking), mostly (but not all) from presenters who will be speaking at the National Convention - including two of the keynote speakers. The evening will conclude with an opportunity to socialise and meet other TESOL-SPAIN members - and there will also be a small exhibition of books and teaching materials for you to browse. The event is for TESOL-SPAIN members only, so, even if you cannot get to the National Convention, renew your membership, and pay 5 euros to enrol for the event.

Further details on request, and at the TESOL-SPAIN website: keep checking the TESOL-SPAIN website www.tesol-spain.org.

General Information: Institute: International Institute in Spain Webpage: http://www.iie.es Updated: Dec. 2009. When did the International Institute open? 1892.        Contact person and title: Mary Barker, Director of Public Relations E-mail: mbarker@iie.es For Young Learners Classes: Maria Hegarty, Director of Young Learners Program E-mail:: mhegarty@iie.es Contact phone: (00 34) 91 319 81 84 Address: Miguel Angel, 8, office 112. 28010, Madrid, Spain Google Maps (Google Maps photos) (The nearest Metro stop is Rubén Darío. It's also a three minute walk from Metro Gregorio Marañon down Miguel Angel street. )            Facilities and classrooms: The International Institute in Spain has around 30 classrooms, a computer lab, an auditorium, cafeteria, conference rooms and garden. Have good materials support, photocopier? They have a small faculty room with a computer + printer and an enormous library with books and DVDs, which is open to the public at a fee. Current IIE students and staff, however, can use it for free. VIPs on staff? None.

Employment Information: Qualification requirements for employment? B.A./B.S. & CELTA/TEFL certified from accredited program; minimum of one year teaching experience preferred. Experience requirements for employment? One year teaching experience preferred Hire at a distance? No, must be living and working in Spain. Hire Americans and do their papers? Only Americans and Canadians can work at this Institute, but they must already have their papers because the Institute will not process them for you. There is no getting around this requirement. Preference for British or Americans? Yes: North Americans.               Best part about working at International Institute in Spain? Colleagues are well-prepared, professional, and very willing to share teaching ideas and materials. The "whole package" of being a teacher there is very attractive, even though it's only a part-time position. The historic building itself is a hidden gem in Madrid and worth visiting! Teachers have access to the Institute Library for teaching resources or their own personal enjoyment, with an extensive English collection of fiction and non-fiction materials often difficult to find in Madrid. English language periodicals available daily/weekly in their Library Reading Room, and there is a cafeteria on-site that caters to American study abroad students and faculty in the building. There is a full schedule of on-going cultural events in the auditorium such as concerts, book signings, and seminars, often related to North American culture. Offer teacher training or development along with job? There are several professional development workshops a year, including a mini-TESOL. Instructors also get partial funding to attend the annual TESOL-Spain conference.               Starters' average salary? Qualified teachers make about 22 euros an hour, or around 668.88€ per 30-hour course carried out over 10 weeks. Teachers with Master's Degrees in related fields (Education, Language Teaching, Linguistics) begin at higher rate.

Job / Employment title: English instructor

Updated March 15: As of today we are are looking for:
1) One teacher for a Saturday class, teens, from April 10th through June 26th. Classes run for ten weeks, from 10:15 to 13:15.
2) We are also looking for teachers for our Young Learners July Intensive Program, 4 weeks, from 9:30 to 2. Right in the heart of Madrid. Fun summer program for children and teens, ages 7 to 16. Great facilities and resources, organized field trips, collaborative staff. MUST be legal and speakers of North American English, with at least one year of experience working in EFL with Young Learners. Send CV to Director of Young Learners: mhegarty@iie.es

Person: Mary Barker, Director of Public Relations

Email: mbarker@iie.es

Telephone: 91 319 81 84

Website: http://www.iie.es

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