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Academic Support Assistant with Admin Role

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Program Overview

Main purpose of the role:
To provide academic and administrative support within the school, contributing to the effective operation of teaching and learning processes, while developing professional and intercultural skills during the gap year experience.

Key responsibilities:
- Support teachers in classroom activities, providing assistance to students individually or in small groups.
- Help prepare teaching materials and resources for lessons.
- Assist in monitoring students’ academic progress and classroom engagement.
- Provide administrative support to academic departments (e.g., organizing files, preparing documents, updating databases).
- Support logistical tasks for academic events, meetings, and school projects.
- Help ensure the learning environment is organized, safe, and welcoming.
- Collaborate with staff and students in daily school routines.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding and child protection policies.

Skills and attributes:
- Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn.
- Strong sense of responsibility and cultural awareness.

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Program Highlights

We are committed to developing well-rounded, ethical, and globally minded students through academic excellence, service, and intercultural understanding.
Our program offers young adults the opportunity to gain meaningful international experience in education, leadership, and service while contributing to a dynamic and diverse school community.
Participants join The English School team as Academic Support Assistants, providing both classroom and administrative support to teachers and academic leaders.
Joining The English School means being part of a welcoming international community that values service, respect, and personal growth.
Students gain hands-on experience in education, improve their leadership and communication skills, and make a positive impact in a multicultural environment.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Certificate of Completion
Internship Placement
Travel Insurance
Medical / Accident Insurance

Program Details

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Locations

  • Bogota, Colombia

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • European
  • Asian
  • Australian
  • American
  • South African
  • Central African

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • University 5th Year or More

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Written Application
  • Letters of Reference
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Resume
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

21-30

Duration

  • 3-6 Months
  • 1 Year

Salary & Compensation

USD $500/month (maintenance allowance) / Lunch included at school / Flights and medical insurance covered by the school

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Which are my roles and responsabilities in the program?

- Assist teachers in lessons, activities, and classroom management.
- Support students individually or in small groups to enhance learning.
- Help prepare educational materials and classroom resources.
- Participate in school events, sports, and extracurricular activities.
- Provide administrative assistance in academic offices.
- Promote English language immersion and intercultural exchange.

Will I recieve a salary and a place to stay?

Yes, the intern will recieve a salary of USD $500/month (maintenance allowance), and the school will provide an apartment to live during the internship (6 months - 1 year).

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